Trying something new can lead to great things.

A new perspective. A break from your day-to-day routine. Even just a change of scenery can be exactly what you need to spark new ideas or uncover new opportunities.

That’s why we’re taking our 2025 National Development Finance Summit to an all new location: San Juan, Puerto Rico.

We think a conference should be an immersive experience in which you’re surrounded by inspiration and leave feeling energized to implement all the new things you learned. And let’s face it, networking under palm trees on a beachside patio in a city full of rich culture is a great way to get inspired. Our goal for this Summit is simple: to make you feel like you’ve gone to an international business retreat without ever leaving the U.S. or needing a passport.

But make no mistake, this isn’t a vacation – it’s three days of learning, networking, and dealmaking with the brightest minds in development finance from across the nation.

The Summit is designed for both public and private sector participants from across the country – if you work in any facet or level of development finance, this conference was built with you in mind. It brings together thought leaders and experts from the development finance industry, including the federal government, to discuss best practices, trends, financing solutions, and more. Attendees represent a diverse cross-section of the development finance industry and bring unique perspectives, creative financing approaches, and an eagerness to talk shop with their peers.

So join us in San Juan this October!

Reserve your seat at this once-a-year opportunity to engage with the industry’s best and brightest in a city you won’t want to leave – REGISTER TODAY!

Do you and your organization want to help CDFA make a profound impact on economic development financing and programs? Register to become a National Summit Sponsor HERE.

We are presently working to build an incredible agenda and line-up of speakers. Stay tuned for those details! Programming will get kicked off with an evening reception on Wednesday, October 8th and will run through 12 PM on Friday, October 10th.

In-Person Training Courses
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Eastern

Course #1: Intro Food Systems Finance
Course #2: Coming Soon!

Come stay with us for some meaningful work–and even a little play–at The Royal Sonesta San Juan! Just steps from the breathtaking beach views and soothing ocean sounds, enjoy your morning coffee and wind down from a day of networking with development finance professionals from across the country.

We know San Juan has a number of hotel options to choose from, but keep in mind CDFA is able to provide this valuable conference for a budget-friendly rate because of our room block. So please help us keep the rates down by staying with us at The Royal Sonesta.

You don't want to miss this, and rooms will fill up fast, so book HERE today!

The Royal Sonesta San Juan
5961 Isla Verde Avenue
Carolina, PR 00979
United States
(787) 791-6100

You are invited to register for the CDFA National Development Finance Summit today! Special discounts are available for multiple registrations from the same organization. View the table below to see the registration rates, or visit the registration page for more information.

Event	MEGA Early Bird Rates (Ends May 2)	Standard Rates (After May 2)
National Development Finance Summit	CDFA Member: $750 Additional Member: $750 Non-Member: $1,100	CDFA Member: $1,000 Additional Member: $750 Non-Member: $1,350

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