CDFIs at a Crossroad: Taking Stock & Taking Action
Aaron Seybert
Oswaldo Acosta
Diane Yentel
“CDFIs at a Crossroad: Taking Stock & Taking Action” on January 7th, 2026 convened practitioners, advocates, and partners to examine a once-in-a-generation moment of strategic upheaval facing the CDFI industry. The discussion explored how decisions made now will shape the next decade for CDFIs. Featured speakers Aaron Seybert, Diane Yentel, and Oswaldo Acosta brought perspectives from philanthropy, nonprofit advocacy, and frontline CDFI leadership to assess historical lessons, current threats, and emerging opportunities. The event launched The Future of CDFIs series, creating a new platform of virtual events to fuel strategic thinking and collective action across the industry.
