The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco (FRBSF), in collaboration with the City of Vancouver, Washington, will host a Community Development Forum highlighting efforts to expand capital access, commercial ownership, and entrepreneurial pathways in Vancouver. The event will showcase the City’s new small business development strategies and tools.
Presenters:
- Victor Saldanha, Small Business & Entrepreneurship Program Manager, City of Vancouver, WA
- Chris Harder, Deputy Economic Development Manager, Economic Prosperity & Housing, City of Vancouver, WA
- Joe Sky-Tucker, Chief Executive Officer, Business Impact NW
- Megan Snyder, SVP Chief Impact Officer, Unitus Community Credit Union
- Sasha Vassev, Associate Real Estate Project Manager, City of Vancouver, WA
- Dave Barcos, Executive Director, NorthBank Innovations
- Amy Zoltie, Real Estate Project Manager, City of Vancouver, WA
- Jenny Glass, Senior Manager, Community Engagement and Analysis, FRBSF
- Monée Boswell, Community Affairs Specialist, FDIC
When:
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM PDT
Where:
Attendees are welcome to arrive at 9:00 AM for networking and a light continental breakfast at Vancouver City Hall, Aspen Room, First Floor, 415 W. 6th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660. A Microsoft Teams option is available for those who cannot attend in person. Attendees will receive login instructions the day before the event.
Who Should Attend:
Financial institutions, particularly Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) officers, Community Development Financial Institutions, nonprofit and community-based organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders interested in advancing small business growth in Vancouver.
Registration Information:
To register online, click Register and complete the requested information. You will receive a confirmation email once completed.
Contact Information:
If you have any questions about the event, please contact Monée Boswell at mboswell@fdic.gov.
