Sealing the deal

When Sashco set out to build a new headquarters, the company faced a familiar challenge: how to move forward on a major investment amid uncertainty. Rising inflation, supply chain disruptions and unpredictable project costs created a wide range of unknowns that could have delayed or derailed the plan.

With BOK Financial®, Sashco found a partner that looked beyond the numbers to help move the project forward. To manage risk and maintain flexibility, Sashco worked with BOK Financial to expand its line of credit, providing critical liquidity during the build. That access to capital allowed the company to absorb shifting costs and changing timelines without disrupting day-to-day operations.

“Having that flexibility was a big deal,” said Nick Burch, director of finance. “We were dealing with large expenses that could come due at any time, and we didn’t always know when.”

Rather than focusing only on financial statements, BOK Financial took a broader view of the business and the project. That included understanding what was driving performance and the long-term value of the investment. The two teams stayed in close communication as conditions evolved, adjusting as new challenges emerged, including labor shortages and supply chain delays.

“I think what BOK brings to the table is this ability to take a broad view of dynamics, be able to talk about it, and understand what we’re trying to accomplish,” said Les Burch, president of Sashco.

Preserving liquidity remained a central priority throughout the process. This helped ensure the company could continue to operate confidently while investing in its future.

That approach reflects a relationship built over time. Sashco initially worked with BOK Financial for deposit services. As the company grew, the relationship expanded to include financing for facilities and specialized equipment, along with guidance through changing rate environments.

Today, Sashco’s growth continues to be shaped by the same resilience that has defined its history. After the sudden loss of founder Donald Burch in 1954, his wife Alice stepped in to lead the business, stabilizing operations and rebuilding its financial footing. That mindset carries forward as the company continues to evolve under the next generation of leadership.

As Sashco looks ahead, having a financial partner that understands both the numbers and the broader business remains essential. The relationship provides confidence that the company has the flexibility, insight and support to move forward, even when the path is not fully defined.