Our
Story
The beginning
FUND CI was launched in 2017 by Ruth Barber through a love for research and a strong desire to give back to the industry that helped FUND Consulting grow. Since that time, FUND Consulting has served as a thought partner and supporter of FUND CI. Learn more about FUND Consulting on their website www.fundconsulting.com.
Our mission
The mission of FUND CI is to build thriving communities through research, training, and facilitation of opportunities for knowledge sharing.
Our products
FUND CI conducts independent studies, partner projects, and commissioned research designed to encourage dialogue, share best practices, and promote innovation. Our work focuses on Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), their supporters and collaborators.
Have a compelling research question but limited resources? Partner with FUND CI through a flexible, one-time sponsorship that helps defray project expenses and bring useful findings to your organization and the field. Reach out to ruthbarber@fundci.org.
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OUR PEOPLE
Meet the team
Ruth Barber
Partner, FUND Consulting
Lolita Sereleas
Partner, FUND Consulting
Megan Teare
Managing Director Community Lending and Investment, Wells Fargo Corporate and Investment Banking
Board Members
Dawn Akers
Director of Data Analytics, Colorado Enterprise Fund
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