Ascendus

We’re on the ground at #OFN41 in Washington, D.C., connecting with peers, funders, and partners across the CDFI community. Representing Ascendus, Paul Quintero (CEO), Ana Hammock (Chief Operating Officer), Victoria Richardson (Chief Development Officer), and Joshua Brackett (Chief Financial Officer) are taking part in key discussions on innovation, impact, and collaboration — exploring how together we can continue expanding access to capital for small business owners nationwide. It’s inspiring to see so many leaders and organizations united by a shared commitment to building stronger, more accessible financial systems and communities. ✨ Grateful to Opportunity Finance Network for bringing together organizations that continue to drive meaningful impact nationwide. #Ascendus #OFN41 #CDFIs #OpportunityNext #CommunityFinance #AccessToCapital #Impact #FinancialAscension

Last week, we hosted our Get Ready for Credit: A New Path to Financial Mobility webinar, featuring the Urban Institute and supported by MetLife Foundation. Here are some key takeaways that capture the essence of the conversation—on trust, access, and the future of credit readiness. 🎥 Watch the full webinar on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dHaKbVKR Thank you Tia Hodges, José Antonio Rosado, Olivia Janicelli, Brett Theodos, Amanda Hermans, MPP for being part of this amazing project. #Ascendus #AccessToCapital #FinancialCoaching #FinancialAscension #GetReadyReportBrief #SmallBusinessCredit Paul Quintero ___ La semana pasada realizamos el webinar Get Ready for Credit: Un nuevo camino hacia la movilidad financiera, junto al Urban Institute y con el apoyo de la MetLife Foundation. Compartimos algunas ideas clave que resumen la conversación sobre confianza, acceso y el futuro de la preparación crediticia. 🎥 Mira el webinar completo en YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dHaKbVKR #Ascendus #AccesoAlCapital #CoachingFinanciero #AscensoFinanciero #InformeGetReady #CreditoParaPequeñosNegocios

Next week, Ascendus will join more than 2,100 CDFI leaders, funders, and partners at the 2025 OFN Conference, organized by Opportunity Finance Network (OFN) in Washington, D.C. Representing Ascendus, Paul Quintero (CEO), Ana Hammock (Chief Operating Officer) and Victoria Richardson (Chief Development Officer) will take part in this important gathering to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen the collective mission of expanding access to capital for small business owners. Our participation reflects Ascendus’s mission to create financial ascension through innovation, partnership, and a shared commitment to empowering entrepreneurs nationwide. 📍 Washington, D.C. | October 20–23 🏛️ Washington Hilton 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ePrH9hMm #Ascendus #OFN41 #CDFIs #OpportunityNext #CommunityFinance #AccessToCapital #Impact #FinancialAscension

Happening today! ✨ Join us for “Get Ready for Credit: A New Path to Financial Mobility" live webinar. 🗓️ Today, October 16 | 12–1 PM EST 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dY6fTwSB #Ascendus #AccessToCapital #FinancialCoaching #FinancialAscension #GetReadyReportBrief #SmallBusinessCredit ___ ¡Es hoy! ✨ Acompáñanos en el webinar en vivo “Prepárate para el Crédito: Un Nuevo Camino hacia la Movilidad Financiera”. 🗓️ Hoy, 16 de octubre | 12–1 PM EST 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dY6fTwSB #Ascendus #AccesoAlCapital #CoachingFinanciero #AscensoFinanciero #InformeGetReady #CréditoParaPequeñosNegocios

Join the City of Boston’s Office of Small Business for a Small Business Resource Fair on Wednesday, October 22nd at the Roslindale Community Center! Meet City of Boston departments, network with fellow small business owners, and access resources to start, grow, or expand your business. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/eHnN-Je6

Credit readiness is more than a score - it is about access, agency, and the tools to move forward. Ascendus and the Urban Institute, with support from MetLife Foundation—whose grant funded both the Get Ready Program pilot and the report—invite you to a live conversation on what it takes to design scalable lending models built on trust and centered on the realities of today’s small business owners. ✨ Get Ready for Credit: A New Path to Financial Mobility 🗓️ October 16 | 12pm - 1pm EST 🎤 Featuring insights from researchers, capital allies, and entrepreneurs This webinar is a space to reflect, connect, and take action toward building a financial system grounded in opportunity and accountability. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dVYd9t2E #Ascendus #AccessToCapital #FinancialCoaching #FinancialAscension #GetReadyReportBrief #SmallBusinessCredit ___ La preparación crediticia es más que un puntaje: se trata de acceso, autonomía y las herramientas necesarias para avanzar. Ascendus y el Urban Institute, con el apoyo de MetLife Foundation—cuyo aporte financió tanto el piloto del Programa Get Ready como este informe—te invitan a una conversación en vivo sobre lo que implica diseñar modelos de financiamiento escalables, construidos sobre la confianza y centrados en las realidades de los pequeños negocios de hoy. ✨ Prepárate para el Crédito: Un Nuevo Camino hacia la Movilidad Financiera 🗓️ 16 de Octubre | 12pm - 1pm EST 🎤 Con ideas de investigadores, aliados de capital y emprendedores Este webinar es un espacio para reflexionar, conectar y actuar hacia la construcción de un sistema financiero basado en oportunidades y responsabilidad. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dVYd9t2E #Ascendus #AccesoAlCapital #CoachingFinanciero #AscensoFinanciero #InformeGetReady #CréditoParaPequeñosNegocios

An inspiring evening at Let’s Talk Cash Flow & Capital Access—hosted by Mastercard and KeyBank in Port Chester, NY. Our CEO, Paul Quintero, joined industry leaders in a meaningful conversation on how collaboration, financial tools, and trusted partnerships can empower small business owners to thrive. We are grateful to Mastercard and KeyBank for creating a space that sparked thoughtful dialogue and fresh perspectives, and to everyone who made the evening memorable—Tim Smith , Juan Adorno, Ginger Siegel, Robert Benitez, Tracy Menges, Steven V., and Maria Bassallo. #Ascendus #AccessToCapital #FinancialCoaching #FinancialAscension #SmallBusiness

We’re excited to join Elevate Small Business 2025 — a free, one-day conference on October 24 at Miami Dade College (Wolfson Campus), designed to help entrepreneurs connect, grow, and lead. Our Regional VP of Lending, Fabiana Estrada, will participate in the Speed Coaching for Business Capital session, alongside partners and lending experts, to share practical tools for accessing funding and strengthening small businesses. Grateful for the leadership of Office of Miami-Dade Commissioner Eileen Higgins - District 5 and all the partners making this event possible. 📅 October 24, 2025 📍 Miami Dade College – Wolfson Campus 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/e54_tvZU #Ascendus #FinancialCoaching #AccessToCapital #FinancialAscension #ElevateD5 #SmallBusiness

Last week’s Let’s Talk Cash Flow & Capital Access event, hosted by KeyBank and Mastercard, brought together leaders and entrepreneurs for a powerful conversation on strengthening small business finances. Our CEO, Paul Quintero, joined the panel to share insights on access to capital and financial stability—making complex topics accessible and actionable. We were also proud to see our Board Member, Ramona Cedeño, CPA, PFS, CFP®, CGMA, MBA, in attendance, whose thoughtful reflections captured the spirit of collaboration and empowerment that defines this work. Events like these reaffirm our commitment to helping small business owners gain the knowledge, tools, and confidence they need to thrive. #Ascendus #AccessToCapital #FinancialCoaching #FinancialAscension #SmallBusiness

On October 24, 2025, join us at Miami Dade College (Wolfson Campus) for Elevate Small Business: Connect. Grow. Lead. — a free, one-day conference bringing together entrepreneurs, experts, and community leaders to help small businesses thrive. Ascendus will join the Speed Coaching for Business Capital session with our Regional VP of Lending, Fabiana Estrada, alongside partners and lending experts sharing practical strategies to access funding and strengthen small businesses. Grateful for Office of Miami-Dade Commissioner Eileen Higgins - District 5’ leadership and continued commitment to Miami’s small business community. 📅 Mark your calendars and register today: https://lnkd.in/e54_tvZU #Ascendus #FinancialCoaching #AccessToCapital #FinancialAscension #ElevateD5 #SmallBusiness