Our Story

Built in Brooklyn.
Built for Business.

Top Shelf Markets Limited is a direct business lender headquartered in the heart of Brooklyn, NY — founded on the belief that serious business owners deserve serious capital partners.

Top Shelf Markets team

A Direct Lender
Built Differently

Top Shelf Markets Limited was founded with a singular mission: to deliver institutional-grade business funding directly to the entrepreneurs and operators who actually build things. No broker chains. No opaque processes. No unnecessary friction.

Operating from Brooklyn, NY, we understand the realities of running a business in one of America's most dynamic markets. We've seen the gap between what traditional banks offer and what growing businesses actually need — and we built Top Shelf to close that gap.

As a direct lender, every decision comes from us — not a network of investors, not a faceless underwriting committee. This means faster approvals, more flexible structures, and a genuine partnership with every client we fund.

$500K+
Max Funding Amount
Capital available for qualified businesses
48hr
Average Decision Time
From application to funding offer
10+
Industries Served
Across diverse business sectors
100%
Direct Lender
No brokers, no middlemen, ever

Our Core Values

Integrity First

We say what we mean and do what we say. No hidden fees, no bait-and-switch terms. Every offer is transparent from day one.

Speed as Service

Business opportunities don't wait. We've built our processes to move faster than the market, so you never lose a deal waiting for capital.

Bespoke Solutions

We reject the one-size-fits-all approach. Your business is unique — your funding structure should be too.

Discretion & Privacy

Your financial information is handled with the same care you'd expect from a trusted private advisor — confidential and protected.

Growth Partnership

We're not just your lender — we're invested in your success. We want to fund your next round too, and the one after that.

Community Roots

Brooklyn-based and proud. We understand the energy, hustle, and ambition of local business because we're part of it.

The People Behind Top Shelf

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Levi Elmaleh
Founder & Principal

With deep roots in Brooklyn's business community and years of experience in direct business lending and financial services, Levi founded Top Shelf Markets Limited to give serious business operators a better funding alternative. His approach combines market knowledge, speed, and genuine partnership — putting business owners first at every step.

Work With Us

Ready to Work With a Real Partner?

Tell us about your business and your goals. We'll structure a funding solution that fits.

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