Every program that Susan has designed and implemented for us has been a success. Early on, she grasps an understanding of the intended audience and is able to develop relevant programs, create implementation strategies and staff training to ensure a program will work. And when there’s a bump in the road, she always has a creative approach to solve obstacles and get all parties working collaboratively.
Susan has been instrumental in leading California’s microfinance field into the 21st century. She recognized the need for the industry to adopt new technology to increase efficiencies and reach more borrowers. She’s worked with technology providers to understand their contribution to the field; she’s worked with organizations, their leaders and their staff to change their lending processes in order to scale; and she’s created a program that will develop best practices for the industry.