CDFI Advantage Position the Business Consortium Fund as a Treasury-certified CDFI focused on lending to minority- and woman-owned small to mid-market firms integrated in supply chains. Emphasize growth financing opportunities aligned with supplier development programs for corporate and government customers.

Microloan Expansion Target outreach around their dedicated microloan program launched in 2022, highlighting flexible financing options for startups and minority-owned businesses seeking working capital, inventory, or equipment to scale within supply chains.

Strategic Partners Leverage their collaboration history with Advantage Capital and NMSDC to propose co-investment, fund-raising, or joint-venture opportunities that broaden capital access for diverse suppliers aligned with large enterprise or government procurement programs.

Tech Enablement Offer technology-enabled lending workflows and digital onboarding to streamline loan applications for SMEs, drawing on their current stack (WordPress, Calendly, Shopify) to propose enhancements that reduce cycle times and improve borrower experience.

Industry Networking Position as a strategic partner for outreach to minority-owned supplier networks and corporate buyers, supporting workforce development and wealth-building goals that align with their mission and potential funding commitments from Wells Fargo and other corporates.