Empowering Sustainable Growth
A Transformational Training Series for Community Futures Leaders
Enhance your lending impact. Drive sustainable growth. Strengthen your organization's financial future.
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Empowering Sustainable Growth
Are you ready to take your Community Futures organization to the next level?
Empowering Sustainable Growth is a comprehensive six-module professional development training designed exclusively for CF developmental lending leaders like you.
Over 50 years of proven lending leadership experience has been distilled into this transformational course—giving you the strategies, insights, and tools to:
- Grow your loan portfolios more sustainably
- Minimize risk and loan losses
- Optimize your financial impact on the communities you serve
- Strengthen operational budgets through smart lending practices
- Become a more strategic, confident leader
"We’re not just lenders. We’re builders of sustainable communities."
If you're serious about elevating your impact and equipping your team for the future, this course is for you.
What You'll Learn Inside
- Module 1: Demystifying Business Valuations
Confidently coach clients on purchasing and succession strategies while reducing lender liability risks. - Module 2: Beyond the Deal
Discover the power of structured loan client aftercare programs that drive long-term business success — and loan repayment. - Module 3: Turning Challenges into Opportunities
Recognize early warning signs, provide proactive coaching, and recover troubled loans with empathy and strategy. - Module 4: Fueling Growth
Optimize lending activity, increase revenue generation, and strategically grow your CF's operational funding. - Module 5: Maximizing Impact
Implement advanced strategies for scaling your lending success while reducing risk. - Module 6: Pulling It All Together
Develop your organization's Unique Value Proposition and strategic plan to ensure lasting success.
What Participants Are Saying
Trista Larochelle
"I enjoyed the coaching part — it reminded me that coaching is the bread and butter of our services. We can't be afraid to have difficult conversations with clients if their projections aren't working. I also love the idea of celebrating our clients and offering ongoing training opportunities."
Heidi Ferguson
“Jon is a great facilitator- very knowledgeable! As a new CFDC employee, I felt that this training was a great help, and I look forward to attending more of Jon’s training session in the future. “
Linda Semczyszyn
“The training was valuable not only for a seasoned employee (36 years) but to new lenders. It was a reminder that how we do our job (lending) has an impact on our investment fund. The discussions have raised some questions that should be discussed at a regional level regarding on ways to generate revenues to help sustain our operations. “

Empowering Sustainable Growth
Here's What you Get for Just $97.00
✨ Full Access to the 6-Part Training Series (Lifetime access)
✨ Downloadable Worksheets and Templates to immediately apply the strategies
✨ Loan Portfolio Estimator Tool to project your organization’s sustainable growth
✨ Certificate of Completion to demonstrate your professional development commitment
Invest in Your Organization's Future — Purchase Today for Only $97
When you purchase Empowering Sustainable Growth, you're not just gaining access to training — you're investing in the leadership strength, financial health, and sustainable future of your organization.
- By applying these proven strategies, you can:
- Increase profitability and operational sustainability
- Strengthen your lending portfolio and impact
- Create long-term success stories in your community
Take the first step toward empowering your organization's growth today!
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