Session Spotlight

Hi Friend,

As we get closer to the 2025 Just Economy Conference, we’re excited to highlight some of the powerful sessions that will drive important conversations on economic justice. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with experts, advocates and industry leaders working to build a more just and equitable economy.

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How to Tackle “Continuing Need”: Lessons from special purpose credit programs in action

Speakers:

Brenna Kearns, Attorney, Relman Colfax PLLC
Catherine Petruz, Senior CRA Manager, NCRC
Alisha Thurston, Senior Vice President, Investor Relations, Citizens Bank
Michael Innis Thompson, Senior Vice President, Head of Community Development & Fair Lending Center of Excellence, TD Bank

Community Wealth Building: Creating a just economy through shared qwnership

Speaker:

Joe Guinan, President, The Democracy Collaborative

Beyond the Buzz: Keeping racial equity at the heart of finance

Speakers:

Laudz Jean-Jacques, Sr. Program Director, African American Alliance of CDFIs
Eliisa Frazier, Vice President, Impact Capital Initiatives, Low Income Investment Fund (LIIF)
Terese Caro, President/CEO, Legacy Redevelopment Corporation

Join us for these thought-provoking sessions and engage with leaders who are shaping the future of financial equity and community wealth.

We hope to see you in two weeks!

Caitie Rountree

Director of Membership & Events