Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Shannan Herbert is the former Executive Vice President of Inclusive Credit for Stratyfy, a women-led fintech company on a mission to drive greater financial inclusion by introducing technology that eliminates bias in critical financial decisions. Backed by innovative investors, Stratyfy secured 10 million in funding to make this mission a reality.…
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Linda serves as Special Assistant to the CEO at Wacif. In this role, she ensures all aspects of internal and external communications, supports the day-to-day administrative, collaborates closely with the broader executive team, serves as a liaison with CEO and Board Chairs on board meetings, planning, and logistics. With over 6 years of experience as…
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Managing Director, Anacostia Arts Center Anacostia and Ward 8 resident, Jeffrey Herrell, has been working with the HIVE since 2013. With a vested interest in the community, Jeffrey seeks to foster entrepreneurial endeavors that will bring prosperity to the residents and neighborhood of Anacostia. As Wacif’s Managing Director at the Anacostia Arts Center, Jeffrey oversees…
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Chief Operating Officer Kara is a leader recognized for achieving results with creativity, collaboration, and excellence in both nonprofit and for-profit industries. As a leader of operations, Kara is responsible for ensuring robust, efficient infrastructure and processes to allow WACIF to serve entrepreneurs in the D.C. area with excellence. This includes technology support, project management,…
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Real Estate Project Manager, Anacostia Arts Center Michael began his career in 2007 as a financial analyst with Douglas Development Corp, where he managed a portfolio of over 150 commercial properties including local landmarks such as the Woodies Building, the Uline Arena, and the Wonder Bread Factory. Seeking more interaction on the ground floor, Michael…
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Chief Programs Officer (CPO) Kimberly D. Gayle provides leadership and management oversight of Wacif’s small business and entrepreneurship advisory services and technical assistance initiatives. Before Wacif, she was the Regional Director for the Minority Business Assistance Center led by the State of Ohio’s Minority Business Development Division and hosted by the Columbus Urban League. The…
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