With experience in the US and internationally, I strive to support communities through economic development and climate resiliency. As a CDFI lender, I see a business loan as a way to strengthen the business and improve the livelihoods of its stakeholders and their community. I am a graduate of the Impact MBA program at Colorado State University with a focus on food waste diversion. I also have experience in international development working as a Community Economic Development Peace Corps volunteer in Senegal and then with Catholic Relief Services. I am an effective communicator in English, French, and Wolof and an innovative problem solver who values the impact of collaboration and partnership building.