Nonprofit Finance Fund Promotes, Hires, Financial Services Leaders
Jennifer Kawar Named Vice President and Chief Investment Officer
Shawn Luther Named Vice President and Chief Credit Officer
Brenda Loya Named Senior Business Development Investment Officer
New York – Dec. 16, 2014– Nonprofit Finance Fund (NFF) has promoted and hired members into key positions on its financial services team, which makes tailored investments in nonprofit organizations across the country.
"Nonprofits are charged with addressing society's most critical challenges, all while operating under unique financial constraints," said Norah McVeigh, Managing Director of Financial Services at NFF. "We've built a team that has not only has deep experience in the field, but a drive to develop and deploy financial products that ultimately allow nonprofits to better serve their communities and meet their missions."
Jennifer Kawar is Vice President and Chief Investment Officer. She leads business development for the financial services practice, and develops strategies and partnerships designed to increase the flow of capital to the social sector. Ms. Kawar joined NFF in 2009 and has deep expertise in loan origination, credit administration and institutional portfolio management. She is based in San Francisco.
Shawn Luther is Vice President and Chief Credit Officer, responsible for overseeing credit and risk management for NFF's financing portfolios, and for supporting the development of new financial products and strategies. Mr. Luther joins NFF from Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), and brings extensive expertise in asset management, law, and the application of tax credits in community development. Mr. Luther is based in Boston.
Brenda Loya is Senior Business Development Officer, responsible for driving business growth and building partnerships in the Eastern region. Previously, Ms. Loya structured community development lending and equity solutions at Citi Community Capital. Her investment experience includes real estate, impact investing and structured loan funds. Ms. Loya is based in New York.
NFF's financial services help nonprofits manage growth, build and renovate facilities, bridge reimbursements, balance government contract payments, and foster financial stability and sustainability.
For more information and full team member bios, see NFF's people.