The Intro Revolving Loan Fund Course offers an in-depth look at RLF program development, implementation, and management. This course demonstrates how an RLF program can complement your economic development strategy, encourage investment, and assist traditionally underserved businesses.

During this course, attendees learn the essential elements needed to operate a successful RLF program and discuss programs making a difference in communities nationwide.

This course qualifies for the CDFA Training Institute's Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) Program. Join us online and start down the road to personal and professional advancement today.

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Course Objectives Learn about how RLFs complement and enhance an economic development strategy Interact with leaders in the revolving loan fund industry Discuss best practice principles for sound RLF management Dissect a loan process from start to finish

Topics Covered How RLFs enhance your economic development strategy How to design and establish an RLF How to manage, market, and promote an RLF program The decision-making process Pre- and post-loan closing What to do when the deal goes bad

Who Should Attend? Loan fund managers Economic development professionals Community development professionals Elected officials Government and nonprofit finance officers Corporate trustees Legal counsel Underwriters Commercial bankers Accountants Financial advisors Policymakers

Course Advisor

Lori DeWine Council of Development Finance Agencies Managing Director Lori DeWine is Managing Director of the Knowledge & Networks Division at the Council of Development Finance Agencies (CDFA) where she oversees the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI), Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, and Revolving Loan Fund... programs. With over 20 years of experience in education, affordable housing, and finance, Lori brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Before joining CDFA, Lori served as Vice President at a nationwide mortgage company and as Chief Operating Officer of a local credit union. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Education and Adult Learning. In addition to her professional responsibilities, Lori enjoys teaching as an adjunct faculty member at Sinclair Community College. (More)

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The Intro Revolving Loan Fund Course will take place on Zoom. The course will meet from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern. Attendees must have access to a computer and the internet to attend the course.

This training course qualifies for the CDFA Training Institute's Development Finance Certified Professional (DFCP) Program. Start down the road to personal and professional advancement today.

Scholarships are available to attend this event. Learn more about the CDFA Scholarship Program, and submit your application today. Please note that the application deadline is two weeks prior to the course start date.

CDFA permits only one person to log in and participate in the course. If multiple people are accessing the course without paying to attend, we will terminate the connection and access. CDFA offers group discounts for organizations that wish to register multiple people.

Standard Rates CDFA Member: $625 Non-Member: $950

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