Leaders in Lending | Ep. 72: Expanding opportunity and financial freedom with MDIs and CDFIs

In recent years there has been more reporting and recognition of the racial wealth gap — the growing disparity in the family wealth in Black households as compared to white households.

Banks like Carver State have been proudly serving African-American communities since 1927. They’re now leveraging new fintech partners to maximize their reach and accessibility.

Our guest today, Robert James, is the Chief Executive Officer at Carver State Bank. He gives our listeners an inside look at the unique services they provide and how they’ve been addressing the racial wealth gap in Georgia for several decades.

Let’s delve into the essential building blocks of financial freedom for all.

 

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