Institutional Excellence • Modern Automation
AI-Enabled
Business Growth
& Financial Advisory
Edgewood Capital Group helps entrepreneurs and growing businesses improve operations, strengthen financial positioning, implement AI systems, and scale with confidence.
5B+
Transaction Exposure
Real estate & lending volume
20+
Years Experience
Finance, lending, capital markets
AI
Modern Systems
Automation, content, reporting
360°
Business Support
Marketing, credit, projections
What We Do
A modern advisory platform for founders, operators, and investors.
Automate repetitive business workflows
Improve marketing, content & customer engagement
Prepare projections, pro-formas & business plans
Strengthen credit, accounting & financial readiness
Use AI tools responsibly across daily operations
Combine institutional expertise with execution
Provide HR, talent & culture management for small businesses
Deliver strategic legal counsel for formation & compliance
Offer accounting, bookkeeping, tax prep & multilingual business coaching
Core Services
Business & Financial Support
Integrated services designed to help business owners improve visibility, financial organization, operational efficiency, and growth readiness.
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- FNMA / Freddie / FHA
- DSCR & Fix-and-Flip
- Foreign National Loans
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- SBA Readiness & Investor Decks
- SBA 7(a) & 504 Loans
- Equipment, Franchise & Working Capital
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- Tax Preparation
- Bank Reconciliation
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- Entity Formation & Structure
- Licensing & Compliance
- Contracts & Lease Review
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- Construction & Renovation
- Medical Office & Church
- $500K – $50MM+ Loans
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- Social Media & E-Commerce
- Campaign Execution
- Website Design
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- Plan Preparation
- Growth Strategy
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- Cash Flow Projections
- Pro-Forma Statements
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- Report Analysis
- Financial Counseling
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- Handbooks, Policies & Compliance
- Talent Acquisition & Performance
- Culture & Leadership Coaching
Capital Lending Division
Lending Without Limits. Built Around You.
A private mortgage banking division delivering creative, fast-moving capital solutions for strategic real estate and business. Whether you’re closing on a commercial property, developing new construction, or navigating complex financing needs — we help you get it done.
- Fast closings and minimal documentation
- Loan sizes from $500K to $50MM+
- Traditional and non-traditional structures
- Nationwide lending for all asset classes
- Creative solutions for high DTI, foreign nationals, and more
- SBA & business financing expertise for growth-stage companies
- Hard Money Loans
- Construction & Renovation Loans
- FNMA / Freddie Mac / FHA Conventional Loans
- Fix & Flip Financing
- DSCR Loans for Investors
- Medical Office & Church Loans
- Foreign National & High DTI Solutions
- Yacht, Aircraft & Art Lending (Luxury Assets)
- Private Placement Capital & Business Loans
- SBA 7(a) Loans – Working capital, expansion, & acquisitions
- SBA 504 Loans – Commercial real estate & equipment financing
- Business Acquisition Loans
- Equipment Financing
- Franchise Financing
- Working Capital Lines of Credit
Backed by 20+ years in lending and deep relationships with private investors, capital partners, and institutional funds — we act quickly and fund deals that others can’t. Let’s structure a deal that moves you forward.
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Accounting Services You Can Trust. Led by a Federally Authorized Tax Professional.
Strategic accounting, projection preparation, and multilingual business coaching for small businesses — delivered by Dr. Hudson “Ace” Etienne, Enrolled Agent (EA) and Strategic and Accounting Partner for Edgewood Capital Group.
- QuickBooks and Excel training services
- Bookkeeping, accounting, and income tax preparation
- High-level review of company books, general ledgers & bank reconciliation
- Assessment and development of internal control policies
- Development of revenue forecasting and business financial modeling
- Preparation of cash flow projections and pro-forma statements
- High-level review of financial viability and growth planning
- Business Plan Preparation Services
- One-on-one mentorship & strategic planning in your preferred language
- Guidance on operational efficiency, team management, and scaling
- Tailored action plans for short-term and long-term business goals
Whether you need help organizing your books, preparing projections for a loan, or hands-on business coaching in your preferred language — our accounting partner brings the credentials and experience small businesses need to stay financially sound.
Legal Services
Counsel You Can Trust. Licensed in NY & NJ.
Strategic legal support for business formation, compliance, and contract matters — delivered by an experienced attorney licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey.
- Corporate structure design & advisory
- LLC, partnership & incorporation filings
- Operating agreements & bylaws
- Shareholder & member agreements
- State & federal license monitoring
- Professional certification tracking
- Regulatory compliance audits
- Renewal deadline management
- Commercial contract drafting & review
- Real estate lease negotiations
- Vendor & service agreements
- Employment & independent contractor agreements
Whether you are starting a new venture, negotiating a lease, or ensuring your licenses and contracts are in order — our legal team provides the structured guidance your business needs to operate with confidence.
HR, Talent & Culture
People Infrastructure Small Businesses Can Actually Afford.
Through a strategic partnership with HR leader and Certified Co-Active Practitioner Ola Abiola, Edgewood Capital Group delivers professional-grade human resources strategy and people management expertise — protecting small businesses from legal, compliance, and employee relations exposure while building the foundation to scale.
- Custom employee handbook drafting
- Workplace policy & procedure design
- Federal & NJ employment law compliance
- Policy rollouts & manager training
- Organizational design & role architecture
- Workforce planning & headcount strategy
- HR systems, processes & tooling setup
- Compensation structure & benefits guidance
- Recruiting strategy & interview frameworks
- Onboarding programs & 30/60/90 plans
- Performance review & goal-setting systems
- Retention, recognition & succession planning
- Culture assessments & values articulation
- DEI strategy & inclusive hiring practices
- Engagement surveys & action planning
- Team rituals & internal communications
- 1:1 owner & executive coaching (CAP framework)
- Manager & first-time leader development
- Decision-making & accountability coaching
- Vision, values & leadership identity work
- Employee relations & conflict resolution
- Investigations & corrective action guidance
- Terminations & separation management
- Ongoing HR compliance & risk reviews
Whether you are writing your first handbook, hiring your first team, or working through a tough employee situation — our HR partner gives small business owners the people expertise they need without the full-time overhead.
Procurement Solutions
Government & Private Entity Supply Services
Comprehensive procurement solutions for government agencies and private organizations. We source, deliver, and support the operational resources your team needs to function at peak efficiency.
- Office supplies (paper, pens, toner, folders)
- Furniture (desks, chairs, filing cabinets)
- Computers, monitors, peripherals, and IT hardware
- Printers and copiers
- Software licenses
- Networking equipment
- Cybersecurity products
- Cables and accessories
Serving government agencies, private corporations, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations with competitive pricing and reliable fulfillment.
Request a Procurement ConsultationAI Solutions
High-demand AI services for modern businesses.
Services businesses are actively using to reduce costs, improve productivity, and grow revenue.
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Popular Offers
Service packages businesses understand and buy.
Available as one-time setup projects, monthly retainers, or workshops.
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Best for businesses unsure where to start.
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Best for service businesses and local brands.
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Best for sales-driven businesses.
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Best for companies seeking loans, grants, or investors.
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Best for owners who need structure.
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Best for companies and small business programs.
Credit & Identity Protection
Credit Monitoring & Identity Theft Protection
Discover ways to improve your credit by getting access to all three credit reports and credit scores.
- Access all three credit bureaus
- Real-time credit score tracking
- Identity theft alerts & protection
- Personalized credit improvement tips
Better Loan Rates
Higher credit scores unlock lower interest rates on mortgages, auto loans, and business financing.
Faster Approvals
Clean, monitored credit profiles speed up funding and reduce underwriting friction.
Peace of Mind
Identity theft alerts catch threats early — before they damage your financial reputation.
How We Help
A simple process designed for practical execution.
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Process Review
We review operations, tools, team workflow, and repetitive tasks.
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Opportunity Assessment
We identify where AI creates the most immediate efficiency.
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Implementation Plan
Practical tools, workflows, and automation steps for your goals.
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Training & Optimization
We train the team, refine workflows, and improve systems.
Leadership, Tax, Legal & HR Professionals
Backed by institutional financial experience.
Managing Partner
James S. Dorcely
Real estate finance professional & former investment banker
James S. Dorcely is the Founder and Managing Principal of Edgewood Capital Group, a Newark, NJ-based capital markets, business, and enterprise advisory firm. With over 20 years of experience and more than $5 billion in cumulative funded volume across institutional and private credit platforms, James has built a career structuring and closing complex business, commercial, multifamily, and residential real estate financings. His leadership career spans executive roles at JPMorgan Chase, Citibank, and TIAA Bank, where he managed large regional sales organizations, mentored high-performing teams, and built lasting relationships across the full spectrum of real estate finance.
Edgewood Capital Group provides small business owners and entrepreneurs with the hands-on advisory support they need to grow and succeed. Drawing on deep experience in credit analysis, financial underwriting, P&L management, and capital structuring, the firm offers a full suite of business support services — including marketing strategy, credit repair, financial projection preparation, accounting support, one-on-one business coaching, and AI implementation — each grounded in real-world capital markets experience and a deep commitment to the Newark business community. James holds a Bachelor of Arts in Finance from Rutgers University-Newark.
Institutional Experience
Strategic and Accounting Partner
Dr. Hudson “Ace” Etienne
Doctor • EA, NTPI Fellow, CTC, RFC, ATA, ATP • Federal Tax Practitioner
Dr. Ace is a federally authorized tax professional and Strategic and Accounting Partner for Edgewood Capital Group. He is an Enrolled Agent (EA) — enrolled to practice before the Internal Revenue Service and State Agencies — and brings deep expertise in tax strategy, resolution, and planning.
He holds a doctoral degree, and his professional credentials include the National Tax Practice Institute (NTPI) Fellowship, Certified Tax Coach (CTC), Registered Financial Consultant (RFC), Accredited Tax Advisor (ATA), and Accredited Tax Preparer (ATP). Dr. Ace provides our clients with trusted, high-level tax counsel and compliance support.
Credentials & Affiliations
Strategic and Legal Partner
Steve G. Hockaday, Esq.
Licensed Attorney in NY & NJ
Steve is an experienced attorney licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey, serving as Strategic and Legal Partner for Edgewood Capital Group. He provides strategic legal guidance on business entity formation, corporate structure, and governance.
His practice includes drafting and reviewing commercial contracts, real estate lease agreements, and operational agreements. Steve also monitors licensing, certifications, and compliance requirements to help clients maintain good standing and reduce liability.
Practice Areas
HR & Talent Strategy Partner
Ola Abiola
Certified Co-Active Practitioner (CAP) • Director of HR & Talent, Bain & Company
Ola Abiola is a seasoned HR leader and Edgewood Capital Group’s strategic partner for Human Resources and Talent & Culture Management. With over a decade of progressive HR leadership experience across global consulting, publishing, and hospitality sectors, Ola brings a rare combination of corporate rigor and coaching-centered partnership to the small businesses she serves.
Currently serving as Director of HR & Talent at Bain & Company, Ola has built and led people strategies at the highest levels — from managing HR operations across the Americas at Oxford University Press to developing human capital programs at one of the world’s most respected management consulting firms.
Through her partnership with Edgewood Capital Group, Ola works directly with small business owners and entrepreneurs to build the people infrastructure they need to grow — spanning HR strategy and compliance, talent acquisition, performance management, culture development, and one-on-one leadership coaching. As a Certified Co-Active Practitioner (CAP), her coaching philosophy is rooted in building self-awareness, accountability, and clarity.
Practice Areas
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