BBIF is a non-profit, community development financial institution dedicated to providing fair, flexible, and affordable loan capital, along with financial guidance, to Black, minority, and high-potentional small businesses. We strive to create economic growth and lasting impact.
Empowering Businesses for a More Equitable Future
OUR IMPACT
A Legacy 37+ Years in the Making
Since our founding, we've focused on creating programs that support and elevate Black and minority-owned businesses.
1,150
Total Business Loans
We've supported over 1,150 underserved businesses across the Southeast, providing the capital they need to thrive.
14,724
Jobs Created
Our funding has helped create more than 14,742 jobs, strengthening communities and boosting underserved businesses.
37+
Years of Impact
Since 1987, we've dedicated ourselves to empowering underserved businesses, fostering economic growth, and uplifting communities.
What Sets Us Apart
At BBIF, we go beyond lending. We're here to support you with the resources and guidance your business needs to thrive.
A Non-Profit Lender
As a non-profit, your repayments help us support other business owners in their journey to success.
Fair, Affordable, Flexible Loans
We customize loans to be fair and affordable, with flexible terms that fit your business needs.
Support
for All
You're more than a number – we assess your business's full potential, not just your credit score.
Meet the Team at BBIF
Executives
Raymond Gilley
CEO
Duane Lewis
COO
Oraine Reid
VP of Finance
Jasmine Gebon
VP of Strategic Initiatives & HR
Senior Leadership
Caleena Shirly
Regional Director, North Florida
Denel Kinsey
Director of Credit Administration
Donna Dingle
Vice President of Administration
Lamont Jackson
Director of Tech Assistance
Myrlande Simeon
Regional Director, South Florida
Rhema Nnadi
Director of Marketing
Tarneisha Peters
Regional Director, West Florida
Trey Alston
Director of Lending
Our Team
Carlinsky Durosier
Commercial Credit Underwriter
Carron Nelson
Loan Processor
Dasia Johnson
Marketing Officer
Karlon Johnson
Technical Assistance Officer
Lasaundra Ingersoll-Smith
Technical Assistance Officer
Loraine Sinclair
Executive Assistant
Marcia Newell-Anderson
Collections & Compliance Officer
Marie-Elie Alexis
Processing Manager
Nicalie Bailey
Bookkeeper
Tanaya Terry
Data & Reporting Analyst
Thacaigo Georges
Staff Accountant
Finance
With A Focus
Receiving and repaying your BBIF loan fuels a cycle of support for other underserved entrepreneurs, boosting economic prosperity and community growth for all.
TESTIMONIALS
See What Our Clients Have to Say
I don't know where my company would be at this time if it were not for BBIF.
Fabian Cook
CEO, Grassland Enterprises
Orlando, FL
