Experience

City First Bank

• United States
• Banking
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President & Chief Executive Officer

  • Nov 2011 - Present

  Washington, DC City First Bank is the largest Black-led Minority Depository Institution in the nation, with over $1.2 billion in total assets, and its parent company Broadway Financial is a publicly traded company on NASDAQ under BYFC, collectively referred to as CityFirstBroadway. As a Delaware public benefit corporation and a Community Development Financial institution, CityFirstBroadway's mission is to help close the racial wealth gap through the provision of capital, and is committed to building and… Show more City First Bank is the largest Black-led Minority Depository Institution in the nation, with over $1.2 billion in total assets, and its parent company Broadway Financial is a publicly traded company on NASDAQ under BYFC, collectively referred to as CityFirstBroadway. As a Delaware public benefit corporation and a Community Development Financial institution, CityFirstBroadway's mission is to help close the racial wealth gap through the provision of capital, and is committed to building and supporting financially underserved urban areas by originating loans that support investments in multifamily affordable housing, small businesses, and nonprofit community facilities located within low-to-moderate income communities that have chronically lacked access to capital. With combined resources, shared purpose, and commitment to innovation, CityFirstBroadway is creating a better financial experience to help build stronger communities with a footprint in both Los Angeles and Washington, DC. www.Cityfirstbroadway.com Please also visit our website at www.CityFirstBank.com Please visit our non-profit affiliate City First Enterprises at www.cfenterprises.org and our foundation at www.cityfirstfoundation.com Show less



IntraFi

• United States
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Member Board of Directors

  • Aug 2022 - Present

  As a trusted partner chosen by more than 3,000 financial services companies, IntraFi defines success not by the volume of transactions we enable, but by the quality of relationships we form. Our network, established over 20 years ago, connects institutions of all sizes to help participants build stronger relationships with their customers, fund more loans, seamlessly manage their liquidity needs, and earn fee income. The network brings scale, giving each participant access to tens of billions… Show more As a trusted partner chosen by more than 3,000 financial services companies, IntraFi defines success not by the volume of transactions we enable, but by the quality of relationships we form. Our network, established over 20 years ago, connects institutions of all sizes to help participants build stronger relationships with their customers, fund more loans, seamlessly manage their liquidity needs, and earn fee income. The network brings scale, giving each participant access to tens of billions of dollars in funding, the highest per-depositor and per-bank capacity, and the peace of mind of being able to make large-dollar placements. Www.IntraFi.com Show less



City First Enterprises

• United States
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chairman

  • Jan 2016 - Present

  Washington, DC City First Enterprises is a nonprofit bank holding company and an incubator of social finance solutions located in Washington, DC, that promotes social justice by increasing economic access and expanding opportunity for low-wealth communities. City First Enterprises is a proud to be supported by a White House Social Innovation Fund and to join a class of the most innovative and effective nonprofits in the nation. City First Enterprises is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI)… Show more City First Enterprises is a nonprofit bank holding company and an incubator of social finance solutions located in Washington, DC, that promotes social justice by increasing economic access and expanding opportunity for low-wealth communities. City First Enterprises is a proud to be supported by a White House Social Innovation Fund and to join a class of the most innovative and effective nonprofits in the nation. City First Enterprises is a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) certified by the US Department of the Treasury. Show less



California Bankers Association

• United States
• Banking
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Member Board of Directors

  • Apr 2022 - Present

  In 2018, two recognized, trusted associations, the California Bankers Association (CBA) and Western Independent Bankers (WIB) merged to form a strong new foundation, the Western Bankers (WB). With more than 200 years of combined experience serving banks, the WB is one of the largest banking trade associations and regional educational organizations in the United States. With a mission to educate and connect bankers to help them achieve the highest standards of personal and… Show more In 2018, two recognized, trusted associations, the California Bankers Association (CBA) and Western Independent Bankers (WIB) merged to form a strong new foundation, the Western Bankers (WB). With more than 200 years of combined experience serving banks, the WB is one of the largest banking trade associations and regional educational organizations in the United States. With a mission to educate and connect bankers to help them achieve the highest standards of personal and organizational excellence, the WB offers dynamic conferences, training seminars, nearly 150 webinars and enhanced education for member banks. CBA, the California state and federal advocacy division, is the advocate of the California banking industry for needed legislative, regulatory and legal changes. WB also provides its members with preferred pricing for products and services that can both improve operations and save money through its Strategic Partner program. Show less



Community Development Bankers Association

• United States
• Banking
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, Former Chairman

  • 2013 - Present

  Washington, DC Community Development Bankers Association (CDBA) is the national trade association of the community development bank sector. We are the voice and champion of banks and thrifts with a mission of serving low and moderate income communities. CDBA is located in Washington, D.C. and strives to provide our member banks with exceptional representation in the nation's Capitol. I currently serve as Chair of the Governance Committee.



Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta

• United States
• Banking
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Director, Vice Chairman Of The Board

  • Jul 2016 - Dec 2021

  Atlanta, GA FHLBank Atlanta is a SEC Reporting, regional wholesale cooperative bank of over $150 billion in total assets. FHLBank Atlanta offers competitively-priced financing, community development grants, and other banking services to help member financial institutions make affordable home mortgages and provide economic development credit to neighborhoods and communities. The Bank’s members—its shareholders and customers—are commercial banks, credit unions, savings institutions, community… Show more FHLBank Atlanta is a SEC Reporting, regional wholesale cooperative bank of over $150 billion in total assets. FHLBank Atlanta offers competitively-priced financing, community development grants, and other banking services to help member financial institutions make affordable home mortgages and provide economic development credit to neighborhoods and communities. The Bank’s members—its shareholders and customers—are commercial banks, credit unions, savings institutions, community development financial institutions, and insurance companies located in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. FHLBank Atlanta is one of 11 district banks in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, which is comprised of over $1 trillion in assets. While serving as a Director, I have served as a member the Housing and Community Investment Committee (Vice Chair), Executive Committee, Audit Committee, the Enterprise Risk and Operations Committee (Chairman), and the Bank’s Housing Finance Reform Task Force. Initially appointed by the Board and subsequently re-elected by membership, I am honored to serve as FHLBank Atlanta's District of Columbia member representative. Show less



Washington DC Economic Partnership

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Member Board of Directors

  • 2015 - 2019

  Washington, DC The Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP) is a non-profit, public-private organization whose core purpose is to actively position, promote, and support economic development and business opportunities in Washington, DC. Through historical knowledge of the city’s business and economic climate, accurate analytics, data, and research, and community partners and access, WDCEP is the central organization in Washington, DC that connects public and private sectors, neighborhoods, and real… Show more The Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP) is a non-profit, public-private organization whose core purpose is to actively position, promote, and support economic development and business opportunities in Washington, DC. Through historical knowledge of the city’s business and economic climate, accurate analytics, data, and research, and community partners and access, WDCEP is the central organization in Washington, DC that connects public and private sectors, neighborhoods, and real estate communities to local, national, and international audiences Show less



U.S. Department of the Treasury

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Advisory Board (Presidential Appointee)

  • Jan 2015 - Oct 2017

  Washington, DC Community Development Advisory Board The membership of the Advisory Board consists of nine private citizens appointed by the President, and the Secretary of the Departments of Agriculture, Commerce, Housing and Urban Development, Interior and Treasury and the Administrator of the Small Business Administration. The chosen individuals have expertise in community development and specialized experience in the unique lending and community development issues confronted by underserved… Show more Community Development Advisory Board The membership of the Advisory Board consists of nine private citizens appointed by the President, and the Secretary of the Departments of Agriculture, Commerce, Housing and Urban Development, Interior and Treasury and the Administrator of the Small Business Administration. The chosen individuals have expertise in community development and specialized experience in the unique lending and community development issues confronted by underserved communities. The Community Development Advisory Board was established to advise the Director of the Community Development Financial Institution Fund on policies regarding the activities of the CDFI Fund. The CDFI Fund's mission is to increase economic opportunity and promote community development investments for underserved populations and in distressed communities in the United States. Show less



Fulcrum Capital Group

• Managing Partner

  • 1992 - Oct 2011

  Los Angeles, California Private equity investment manager investing $1 to $5 million in equity and mezzanine securities for growth, recapitalizations and buyouts. Fulcrum focuses on niche manufacturing and service companies at the lower end of the middle market, and manages a traditional, institutionally-backed private equity limited partnership (Fulcrum Capital Partners, L.P.), and a federally licensed and regulated Small Business Investment Company (Fulcrum Venture Capital Corporation) with an emphasis on under… Show more Private equity investment manager investing $1 to $5 million in equity and mezzanine securities for growth, recapitalizations and buyouts. Fulcrum focuses on niche manufacturing and service companies at the lower end of the middle market, and manages a traditional, institutionally-backed private equity limited partnership (Fulcrum Capital Partners, L.P.), and a federally licensed and regulated Small Business Investment Company (Fulcrum Venture Capital Corporation) with an emphasis on under served communities. Show less



First Federal Bank of California

• Banking
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Member Board of Directors

  • 2006 - 2009

  Santa Monica, CA $10.5 billion (assets) thrift. Parent company, First Federal Financial Corp. (NYSE: FED) Director 2006/Chairman 2009 - forward; Bank Committees: Compensation, Compliance, and Audit - I served as a Designated Financial Expert under the SEC requirements.



Family Savings Bank, FSB

• Member Board of Directors

  • 1996 - 2002

  Los Angeles, CA $200 million (assets) thrift serving central Los Angeles. Member of Compensation, M&A and Audit Committees.



Pircher, Nichols & Meeks LLP

• United States
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Attorney

  • 1989 - 1992

  Los Angeles, CA Pircher, Nichols & Meeks helps clients solve complex real estate problems. As counsel to private equity firms throughout the United States, our 60 attorneys have the combined experience and intellectual capital to successfully complete purchases, sales, financing, joint ventures, and private equity fund formations. We understand the issues presented by land use, environmental and tax issues and can take a project from development through leasing, and if necessary, through litigation and… Show more Pircher, Nichols & Meeks helps clients solve complex real estate problems. As counsel to private equity firms throughout the United States, our 60 attorneys have the combined experience and intellectual capital to successfully complete purchases, sales, financing, joint ventures, and private equity fund formations. We understand the issues presented by land use, environmental and tax issues and can take a project from development through leasing, and if necessary, through litigation and workout. With offices in Chicago and Los Angeles, Pircher, Nichols & Meeks is prepared to promptly, effectively and efficiently negotiate large transactions involving numerous properties and multiple parties. Show less