About Us

Chris Peebles is a South Carolina-based, career-long entrepreneur and the founder of both K2 Capital, a real estate finance firm, and Beyondthebank, a business acquisition and growth capital firm.

In 2003, Chris launched what would become a nationwide technology firm, serving middle-market clients in all 50 states. Over two decades, he scaled the business before successfully exiting through a private equity acquisition. He remained as CEO for three years post-sale, ensuring a smooth transition for employees and customers while continuing to drive growth.

In 2023, Chris founded K2 Capital and Beyondthebank, combining his deep experience as a real estate investor and business owner-operator. His mission is twofold: to help young entrepreneurs get their start and seasoned entrepreneurs execute their vision with the right capital solutions.

Most entrepreneurs are familiar with traditional bank financing, which can be rigid – focused primarily on historical performance and existing cash flow. They may also, unfortunately, be familiar with predatory financing options like Merchant Cash Advances (MCAs), which can cripple a business.

But what many entrepreneurs don’t know is that there are alternative funding solutions that provide the growth capital they need. The SBA 7(a) program is a powerful tool for business acquisitions, but navigating its complexities requires expertise. Beyond that, options like Trade Finance, Real Estate, Purchase Order (PO), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Working Capital loans allow business owners to leverage their assets and scale faster.