Partners in Finance
Paul Schneider and Alex Lawton co-founded SLK Capital LLC (SLK) in 2013 in response to the lack of conventional financing available in the aftermath of the 2008-2009 financial crisis. SLK addresses the needs of viable business seeking growth capital through asset-based loans, contract financing, consulting, and related strategic transaction services.
Having experienced the financial world early in their careers at Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch, respectively, Paul and Alex also have more than a decade of business experience as owners of Schneider Inc. and The C.A. Lawton Co. – each a family business with a long history of success.
The pair have been friends since childhood and today maintain a relationship through their families and businesses.
At the core, they take pride in providing resources for entrepreneurs to be successful.
Paul Schneider
Co-Founder
As co-founder and managing director of SLK Finance, Paul Schneider brings over 30 years of expertise in general management and finance across logistics, aerospace, defense, agriculture, food, manufacturing, and distribution sectors. He has led multi-billion-dollar capital financings and M&A transactions worldwide.
Paul began his career as an M&A analyst at Morgan Stanley and is co-founder of SLK Finance.
Paul also directs a portfolio of manufacturing companies, in addition to family board governance at Schneider National.
At Schneider National, Paul held senior executive positions overseeing trucking and logistics business operations, corporate departments, and spearheading the acquisition of Schneider Logistics (Tianjin) Co., one of China’s largest trucking companies.
He currently serves on the boards of Schneider National, JR Machine Co., F&F Enterprises, Lindquist Machine Co., Andrew Duda & Sons (DUDA), Northwestern University, The Catholic Diocese of Green Bay, and The Catholic Foundation.
Paul earned an Executive MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management (2012), an MS in Information Systems from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh (2002), and a BA in Economics from Northwestern University (1996).
Alex Lawton
Co-Founder
Co-founder and managing director of SLK Finance, Alex Lawton is also the CEO and a Board member of The Lawton Standard Co. – a specialty metals platform company. Its subsidiaries include seven sites across five states from which it offers various capabilities to industrial consumers of engineered metal castings and related services.
He is also the Managing Director of LFH, LLC – a diversified investment company.
Alex has served in various Board and Committee roles at for-profit enterprises and charitable organizations. Some current examples include The Village Companies, McDonald Companies, Foundry Ventures, LLC, the Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Green Bay, and various roles at the schools attended by his children.
He received his BA from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI, and MBA from Loyola University in Chicago, IL. He now lives in De Pere, WI, with his wife, Jessica, and their four children.
Joey Hansen
Consultant
Joey Hansen contributes a wealth of experience in purchasing, accounting, financial analysis, and general management. Her diverse background—ranging from leadership in both large and small companies to ownership of a manufacturing business—adds valuable perspective to the team.
Joey is grateful for the chance to share her knowledge and experience, helping clients grow and succeed in their business goals.
Joey’ s commitment to community service is reflected in her volunteer and board leadership with organizations such as NeighborWorks Green Bay, Freedom House, and the Green Bay Area YWCA.
Joey earned her MBA in Finance and holds degrees in Business Administration and Accounting.
Joey and her husband live in De Pere, where she loves cooking for family and friends, spending time on the water, diving into a good book, and enjoying the vibrant local events.
Jay K. Tomcheck
Consultant
Jay’s career spans 30 years in financial management. Most recently he was the Chief Financial Officer for WS Packaging Group headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin which is one of the largest printing and label converting operations in North America. His primary responsibilities included lead negotiator for all financial transactions and outside business relationships along with providing analysis, evaluation, and negotiations with companies considered potential merger or acquisition candidates. Jay was responsible for all financial functions within the corporation while overseeing the approval and processing of revenue, expenditures, and financial operating systems. In addition, he provides insight on modeling, structuring, and sourcing of funding for start-ups and turnarounds.
Currently, Jay is an active member of several diverse manufacturing companies along with sitting on several Boards of Directors.
Jay graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting and subsequently obtained an MBA in Finance from the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh. He is married, has two grown daughters, and resides in DePere, WI where he enjoys year-round outdoor sports and recreation.
