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1Q25 | IN THIS ISSUE: Hear from Mac McNeil, CEO of NCRC's Community Development Fund. Plus, a new retail partnership and the secrets to succession planning in the CDFI sector.

Hello, 2025

As we head into the new year, the U.S. presidential inauguration is less than one week away. While every new administration brings a certain amount of change and uncertainty, we continue to focus on those dynamics and outcomes over which we as a firm ─ and individuals ─ have influence.

It is imperative to maintain focus on that which we can control. For many, that is finding the perfect new hire to compliment their existing leadership team or perhaps seeking to fullfill their next personal career goal.

For inspiration, look no further than Mac McNeil, whose rise to the top was anything but a straight line. Talking with him for the second installment of our CEO series was a breath of fresh air and we are excited to share not only his story but also his leadership philosophy.

As many esteemed leaders in the CDFI sector prepare to retire, the torch of community-focused financial innovation is poised to be held by a new generation. Don't miss this recording of our panel discussion at OFN where we discussed the critical steps needed to ensure a seamless transition.

As for us, we are kicking off our firm's new year aspirations by actively engaging in more corporate searches. An exciting new partnership with retail industry veteran Kimberly Lee Minor has us looking forward to empowering both leaders and organizations within that sector ─ and beyond.

As you head into the new year, we encourage you to ask yourself: What is it that you want to accomplish this year versus last year? What are you going to do to make that happen? What are the laurels on which you will stand? And more importantly, how can our firm be helpful to you as you reset your career or organizational objectives? We can't wait to be of service.

Warmly,

Tracy McMillan, CEO & Managing Partner

From StuCo to CEO: Embracing Experience, Adaptability & Aunt EDNA

By Kim Daly, Director of Marketing

Sometimes the rise to the top is anything but straight up.

Unlike many CEOs who discover their leadership aspirations later in life, Mac McNeil knew his destination early on, just not his path. Growing up primarily in Germany as a self-proclaimed Army brat, he saw leadership all around.

“I probably knew at sixteen that I wanted to be a CEO,” shares Mac, whose first stint at leadership was as student council (StuCo) body president. His journey to the top, however, has been anything but a straight line. Rather, it's a testament to the power of lived experience, flexibility, and a clear leadership style.

Currently serving at the helm of the National Community Reinvestment Coalition Community Development Fund (NCRC CDF), Mac's path to the C-suite has included an array of diverse experiences, some seemingly unrelated. “It was a journey of taking multiple jobs that had nothing to do with my passion,” says Mac, and yet each played a critical role in his professional development.

AFFILIATED MEMBER & ESTEEMED PRESENTER

As many esteemed leaders in the CDFI sector prepare to retire, the torch of community-focused financial innovation is poised to be held by a new generation. Watch this recap of an illuminating fireside chat where industry pioneers and emerging leaders come together to discuss the critical steps needed to ensure a seamless transition. ▶️ Watch now.

Partnering with Retail Veteran Kimberly Lee Minor to Empower the Leadership Landscape

We are thrilled to partner this year with Kimberly Lee Minor, a retail industry veteran, to expand and strengthen the sector’s leadership ranks. Together, we will empower both people and brands within the retail space by doing what we do best:

Identifying a retail organization’s ideal C-suite leader
Accessing a diverse and qualified candidate pool
Maximizing onboarding and transition effectiveness
Building a leadership team that fuels growth and reflects the world around them

“Authentic representation at every level is essential for organizational success,” says Minor who specializes in inclusive brand experiences. “Through executive roles at iconic retailers like Footlocker Global, L Brands and recently, my presidency at Bandier, I've witnessed how diverse leadership transforms business outcomes.”

Learn more

ACTIVE SEARCHES

Director of Affordable Housing & Homelessness Initiative

Marin Community Foundation | Novato, California

Managing Director, Residential Investment

DL3 Realty | Chicago, Illinois

Vice President, Tulsa Housing Partnership

HPN | Tulsa, Oklahoma

President and CEO

Avesta Housing | Portland, Maine

Chief Development Officer

Signal Ohio | Ohio

Controller

Affordable Homes and Communities (AHC) | Arlington, Virginia

Controller

Columbus Urban League | Columbus, Ohio

Chief Financial Officer/Director of Administration

Regional Housing Legal Services | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Chief Financial Officer

Capital For Change | Wallingford, Connecticut

Head of Philanthropy & Impact

REACH Community Development | Portland, Oregon

Chief Operating Officer

REACH Community Development | Portland, Oregon

Chief Human Resources Officer

REACH Community Development | Portland, Oregon

Executive Director

Ohio State Bar Foundation | Ohio

Vice President of Music Education

MacPhail Center for Music | Minneapolis, Minnesota

Chief Financial Officer

HDC MidAtlantic | Lancaster, Pennsylvania

COMING SOON:

Executive Director GroundBreak Coalition | Minneapolis, MN
Chief Business Development Officer Smoot | Columbus, OH
President and CEO North Central Minority Supplier Development Council (NCMSDC) | Milwaukee, WI
EVP of Real Estate Development Wesley Housing Development | Alexandria, VA

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