During the South Carolina House of Representatives session earlier this month, a House Resolution was presented in honor of Nate Barber for his outstanding leadership and service as former CEO of the South Carolina Community Loan Fund (SCCLF), and for his enduring dedication to community development across South Carolina.

Mr. Barber served with distinction as former chief executive officer of the SCCLF, providing visionary and mission-focused leadership that strengthened the organization's ability to expand access to responsible capital and inclusive economic opportunity for individuals, small businesses, and communities throughout the Palmetto State. With more than twenty years of experience in the banking industry, Mr. Barber has long championed strategic investment and responsible finance, and he was the first to make a Community Reinvestment Act investment in the SCCLF on behalf of South State Bank, helping to catalyze broader engagement in community development finance across South Carolina.

Mr. Barber has served on CAHEC's Board of Directors since 2018, and CAHEC Capital's Board of Directors since 2025, and has been an integral part of advancing our mission. Dana Boole, President & CEO, shared, "Nate is a passionate and forward-thinking voice for the people of South Carolina. His keen sense of community development, coupled with vast experience in banking the underserved, has made Nate a highly respected voice on CAHEC's Board."

Please join us in congratulating Mr. Barber on this well-deserved recognition!

Registration for the 2026 CAHEC Partners Conference is now open! Mark your calendars and join us on Tuesday, June 9, and Wednesday, June 10, at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Our staff has been working hard to plan another amazing event this year. Attendees can expect a variety of thought-provoking sessions, ample networking opportunities, and lots of fun! We encourage you to visit our event website for more information on the conference agenda and registration.

For attendees needing overnight accommodations, CAHEC has reserved a block of guest rooms for this year’s event. The Raleigh Marriot City Center has rooms starting at $221/night (plus taxes and fees). Reservations can be made online or by calling (919) 833-1120. This rate will expire on May 7, 2026. All attendees must register for the conference prior to securing their hotel room. 

If you have questions about the conference, or if you would like to be a sponsor, please contact Stefanie Lee at slee@cahec.com. We look forward to making the 2026 conference one to remember!

CAHEC has added the following properties to our portfolio:

Apple Ridge - Henderson, NC; 50-unit New Construction for families; Developer: The Housing Assistance Corporation and The Givens Estate