Ruth Barber

The Federation’s conference is the largest gathering of credit unions with a mission of financial inclusion in the country, with plenaries and sessions that focus on innovative products and services for empowering low-income consumers. The conference brings together thought leaders, policymakers, researchers and practitioners in the fields of financial empowerment and community development. In 2018, the […]

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The OFN Conference is the single largest gathering in the CDFI industry. Join 1,500 of CDFI practitioners, investors, funders, and more for a high-quality, practitioner-driven curriculum, strategic dialogues, and incredible networking opportunities. Keynote Sessions: The OFN Conference features top distinguished speakers on our general session stage. Confirmed speakers include CDFI Fund Director Annie Donovan, Chairman and […]

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This historic event will bring together a wide range of experts and newcomers to talk about America’s newest community development incentive. The agenda includes topics on current issues and recommended practices for the opportunity zones incentive, including: opportunity zones basics, including the latest guidance from Treasury and the IRS; insight from opportunity fund sponsors, including what […]

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Intersections 2018 will explore how to work collectively in order to make inclusive communities the new norm. With sound policy and effective action, communities can be shaped to be equitable and filled with opportunity for all. Strong communities have diverse housing options for a variety of incomes, offering choice and opportunity for all residents. To […]

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Hear from BWB Solutions’ partners, Mike Burns and Kevin McQueen, as they discuss how organizations can effectively increase their fundraising activity by leveraging the relationship between Board Chair and Executive Director. In addition, representatives from Capital for Change, the largest full-service CDFI in Connecticut, will join the conversation to share their experience effectively raising capital […]

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Mission Investors Exchange’s 15th Mission Investing Institute at The California Endowment’s Center for Healthy Communities in Oakland, California, will feature 2 ½ days of member-led sessions bringing together approximately 50 staff members from foundations or other asset owners across the country. This intensive training experience is designed to help philanthropic professionals (whether they are part […]

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Hosted biennially in the Washington, D.C., area by Prosperity Now, the Prosperity Summit offers three days of sessions, networking events, keynote addresses and advocacy visits to Capitol Hill. Here’s what you can expect at the 2018 Prosperity Summit: Five mainstage sessions with high-profile speakers and intriguing dialogues about the most pressing issues facing our community. […]

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OFN’s Small Business Finance Forum is a day and a half event for CDFIs and other mission-driven small business lenders and their partners. Now in its seventh year, this annual Forum provides targeted sessions, peer learning, and the opportunity to build your small business finance network. For more information, visit the Opportunity Finance Network’s website.

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Hundreds of thought leaders from all over the country will gather in Los Angeles this June 5 – 7 for the only national conference devoted to supportive housing, and will hear from experts sharing their insights, hands-on experiences, and guidance. With the full approval of its voters, LA has become an epicenter of supportive housing […]

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The US | SIF Annual Conference offers a unique opportunity to network with leaders of sustainable, responsible and impact investing, to hear from leading investors, CEO’s and policymakers, and to learn about new approaches, trends and policy developments in the field. The conference attracts representatives of investment management and advisory firms, research firms, financial planners […]

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