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The Soaring Growth of Private Credit: A Game Changer in Investment Banking
The Soaring Growth of Private Credit: A Game Changer in Investment Banking
By Thomas (Tom) McDermott
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Capital is the Fuel for Engine Growth
Capital is the Fuel for Engine Growth
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The Realities of Raising Capital - These helpful tips can make a difference -
The Realities of Raising Capital - These helpful tips can make a difference -
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Nonprofits have the opportunity to stretch their matching grant dollars further by using a 2x match instead of a higher match ratio. The logic may…
Nonprofits have the opportunity to stretch their matching grant dollars further by using a 2x match instead of a higher match ratio. The logic may…
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Proud to have worked with Constellation to form the Clearsight business. Great opportunity for the team with Zeitview #innovation
Proud to have worked with Constellation to form the Clearsight business. Great opportunity for the team with Zeitview #innovation
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I’m honored to share that I’ve been named to the board of directors of Star Equity Holdings alongside Todd Fruhbeis and Louis Parks. I am impressed…
I’m honored to share that I’ve been named to the board of directors of Star Equity Holdings alongside Todd Fruhbeis and Louis Parks. I am impressed…
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Board of Directors, Vice-Chair & Chairman of Strategy Committee
Ascendus (formerly known as Accion East)
- 15 years 3 months
Economic Empowerment
Ascendus (formerly known as Accion East), a US-based micro-lender, believes in the bold vision of creating financial ascension for those systematically excluded from economic opportunity. Our mission is to empower low- to moderate-income (LMI) business owners with access to capital and financial education. With economic opportunity, these entrepreneurs – often individuals of color and women – can build assets, better provide for their families, create employment opportunities for their…
Ascendus (formerly known as Accion East), a US-based micro-lender, believes in the bold vision of creating financial ascension for those systematically excluded from economic opportunity. Our mission is to empower low- to moderate-income (LMI) business owners with access to capital and financial education. With economic opportunity, these entrepreneurs – often individuals of color and women – can build assets, better provide for their families, create employment opportunities for their neighbors, and strengthen their communities. We’ve placed over $200 million into the hands of 24,000 small business owners through our programs.
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Spanish
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The Executive Forum
Board of Directors (2009-2011)
- PresentC-level executive networking and leadership organization.
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