Ines (she/her) oversees the business activity and pipeline generation of the national Loan Origination Team, working in conjunction with Program Directors and the underwriting team to structure and support viable financing opportunities. Her primary focus is building and deepening relationships with clients serving low-income communities and mission-aligned lending partners, designing and implementing outreach strategies and financing solutions that effectively address inequitable access to capital.
Prior to NFF, Ines was Director of Small Business Lending at Spring Bank – a community bank based in the Bronx – where she designed and implemented the bank’s Community Impact Program, offering a comprehensive suite of banking solutions for nonprofits. Prior to her time at Spring Bank, Ines spent time at various nonprofits in New York City, operating on the economic development and microfinance sectors, including South Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation (SoBRO), Women’s World Banking, and Pro Mujer. Ines holds a Master of Business Administration from London Business School.