Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation (CPCDC)
Financial ServicesOklahoma, United States11-50 Employees
The Citizen Potawatomi Community Development Corporation (CPCDC) is a nonprofit financial services organization established in 2003 to support Native American entrepreneurs and small businesses. Based in Shawnee, Oklahoma, CPCDC provides access to capital and business development services aimed at expanding capacity, improving efficiency, and fostering economic growth in its community. Its offerings include one-on-one counseling and training, as well as programs in collaboration with Gordon Cooper Technology Center and the Potawatomi Business Network to help clients develop core business competencies across critical areas such as accounting, law, and marketing. The CPCDC serves aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners seeking start-up or expansion support, with a focus on job creation and local economic development in its region. In addition to its lending activities, the organization emphasizes individualized guidance as a central component of helping Native American business owners operate successfully. A recent leadership change in 2020 and ongoing recognition within the native community development sector are noted in its public updates.