Grameen America, Inc.

This week at #OFN40: We're proud to have Grameen America senior leaders Lucas Ramirez and Miriam Benitez join the Opportunity Finance Network conference as panelists, sharing best practices with the CDFI community to accelerate impact. A special thank you to our partners at Citi Foundation, Momentus Securities, Fitch Ratings, ImpactAssets Capital, LiftFund, CSH, the Source for Housing Solutions, and Greenberg Traurig, LLP for participating in such engaging discussions.

“Grameen America helped me open my studio and grow my business. I’ve used the microloans to invest in this larger space and completely remodel it.” This National Women’s Small Business Month, we’re spotlighting Tatiane, who owns a lash studio in Newark, NJ. For years, Tatiane took classes about aesthetics and beauty to master her skill and worked in someone else’s studio. With support from a first-time loan of $1,000 from Grameen America, Tatiane opened her very own lash studio four years ago.

Join our team: We're #hiring a Technology Associate to support computer operations, equipment repair/installation, helpdesk support, user support (hardware/software), data management, and process innovation. This role will actively collaborate with the #technology team to assess systems, equipment, and processes to ensure that they are fit for purpose. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e6MUrUVU

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This #HispanicHeritageMonth, join us in amplifying the entrepreneurial journeys of incredible women business owners like Melida. Melida is a restaurant owner serving Ecuadorian food in Newark, NJ. With loan capital from Grameen America, Melida was able to invest in and open a second location in the spring of 2024. Since joining, Grameen America has invested over $50,000 in Melida’s restaurants. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e9ZqkZx5

We're #hiring a Senior Product Manager: Core Digital Product to lead a portfolio of initiatives that are currently in various stages of the product development lifecycle. Among these are projects to optimize the core banking MIS, deepen the functionality of its integrations with other key digital systems, and enhance the suite of loan disbursement and repayment options. Experience implementing digital payments is a plus. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e6MUrUVU

We are proud to announce the opening of a second branch in Houston, TX, made possible by generous support from East West Bank. This milestone was officially inaugurated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, bringing together women entrepreneurs running businesses in the community, Grameen America program staff, East West Bank, local officials, and community stakeholders. “At East West Bank, we are dedicated to fostering economic growth and supporting communities in need. We are proud to continue our partnership with Grameen America and support their mission to empower women entrepreneurs across Houston and beyond.”- Mike Burr, Senior Managing Director and Head of the Central & Southeast Region at East West Bank

Now in her 10th year as CEO of Grameen America, Inc., Andrea Jung has seen firsthand the transformative power of providing economic opportunities for women. The #microfinance nonprofit provides affordable microloans, peer support and more to help low-income women #entrepreneurs build and expand their businesses. This month, East West Bank is sponsoring the opening of the second Grameen America branch location in Houston. To mark the ribbon-cutting, our Chairman and CEO #DominicNg spoke with Andrea about her insights on #femaleCEO leadership, her commitment to empowering women, and partnering with East West to help women #reachfurther. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g4Tmr43u

#Hiring: We're looking for a Senior Development Manager to manage, engage, and support the expansion of Grameen America’s portfolio of corporate donors. Must have experience in development, grant writing, or strategic partnerships, and exceptional writing and project management skills, high attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills for working with funders. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e6MUrUVU

Congratulations to our President and CEO Andrea Jung and the inspiring group of honorees featured on this year's Forbes 50 Over 50 list. Read more about the #ForbesOver50: https://lnkd.in/g_iUABfw