Experience. Strategy. Execution
The Bright Minds Behind Luminova Capital
Meet the leaders who are shaping the future of business financing.
With decades of experience in finance, lending, law, and investment, our insight is unmatched when it comes to navigating complex deals, overcoming obstacles, and driving success.
SCOTT BIEHL
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Scott Biehl has built a national reputation for leadership and identifying strategic opportunities for growth. Leveraging a 38-year career in the automotive industry from dealer principal to buying and selling dealerships for groups he helped form, including taking his Jaguar Land Rover store to #1 in the U.S., Scott now brings his expertise in retail, real estate development,
and crafting partnerships to transformative business deals across industries. Scott is a best-selling author (Driven to Succeed), speaker, and executive coach committed to reshaping how businesses can capitalize on opportunity.
David Simpson
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
With over 30 years in the financial industry, David Simpson has mastered the art of navigating complex lending landscapes to drive business success. As a CEO and partner in multiple high-growth startups, David has been instrumental in generating over $2 billion in sales. His deep expertise in structuring deals and accelerating growth makes him a cornerstone of Luminova Capital’s vision.
THOMAS SCHAAD
Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel
As a seasoned legal professional, Thomas Schaad has represented investment banks and business leaders in transactions totaling over $12 billion in capital markets and $6 billion in M&A deals. With a J.D. from Columbia Law School, admission to the New York and Colorado state bars, and Series 7 registration, Thomas is a steady hand to structure deals correctly while safeguarding Luminova’s strategic vision.
MATTHEW BIEHL, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Matthew Biehl is the financial architect behind Luminova’s tax and investment strategies. A CPA licensed in California and Nevada, he holds a Master of Professional Accountancy from UC Davis and Series 7, 24, and 66 registrations. He has shepherded businesses in optimizing compliance and tax efficiencies for significant upside, all with the goal of securing capital in ways that maximize its impact.