How to build relationships with private lenders?

[Matthew Oakes]

I currently work as an Acquisitions Manager for a wholesaler in New Orleans, Im looking to start buying some of the best deals we come across and use my free time to put together  2-5 projects a year. Just graduated from college a year ago so I'm building my savings to be able to take on some of these projects, just not there yet for some of the more extensive rehabs. How does someone in my position with the experience of finding the best deals, knowing multiple contractors for repairs, and the capacity to put it all together, find private lenders to fund deals?

Any knowledge is appreciated, and if your a private lender, lets connect.