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Barbara Eckblad

The Eckblad Group, LLC

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I combine experienced leadership ability, analytical thinking and creative problem solving to impact results in community and economic development. 

As a small business owner, I built an innovative commercial and residential real estate firm from start-up to largest market share. I then transitioned this successful firm to employee ownership.

My core expertise is grounded in my experience as a practitioner and consultant in the CDFI industry. My front-line skills are in supporting CDFIs in scaling loan programs, building strong portfolio management practices and aligning staff, products and systems. I focus on the strategic management framework that drives impactful CDFIs in meeting their mission. Among my passions in the CDFI industry is the role of robust technical assistance in maximizing borrower success. I also believe building collaborations with local and state governments, banks, small business agencies and funding agencies and individuals is key to a CDFI's long-term growth and impact and support CDFIs in building those collaborations