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BBIF is a non-profit, community development financial institution dedicated to providing fair, flexible, and affordable loan capital, along with financial guidance, to small businesses. We strive to create economic growth and lasting impact.

Empowering Businesses for a Stronger Future

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OUR IMPACT

A Legacy 39+ Years in the Making

Since our founding, we've focused on creating programs that support and elevate small businesses.

1,217

Total Business Loans

We've supported over 1,217 businesses across the Southeast, providing the capital they need to thrive.

23,355

Jobs Created

Our funding has helped create more than 23,355 jobs, strengthening communities and boosting small businesses.

39+

Years of Impact

Since 1987, we've dedicated ourselves to empowering 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.

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Meet the Team at BBIF

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Executives

Raymond Gilley

CEO

Duane Lewis

COO

Oraine Reid

CFO

Jasmine Gebon

CSO & HR

Senior Leadership

Rhema Nnadi

VP, Marketing & Strategic Communications

Tarneisha Peters

Regional Director, West Florida

Trey Alston

Director of Lending

Charles Kollo

Head of Innovation

Donna Dingle

VP, Administration & Compliance

Lamont Jackson

Director of Tech Assistance

Darrin Thomas

Director of Credit Administration

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Our Team

Carlinsky Durosier

Commercial Credit Underwriter

Carron Nelson

Loan Processor & Collections Specialist

Marie-Elie Alexis

Loan Closer

Nicalie Bailey

Staff Accountant

Tanaya Terry

Data & Reporting Analyst

Thacaigo Georges

Finance Manager

Lauryn Harris

Marketing Specialist

Stephanie McNeal

Business Support Officer

Marcia Newell-Anderson

Collections & Compliance Officer

Denel Kinsey

Sr. Underwriter

Dasia Johnson

Marketing Manager

Karlon Johnson

Community Development Officer

Lasaundra Ingersoll-Smith

Business Support Officer

Loraine Sinclair

Executive Assistant

Tanaya Jones

Business Support Officer

Evitta Louis

Bookkeeper

Finance
With A Focus

Receiving and repaying your BBIF loan fuels a cycle of support for other small business owners, boosting economic prosperity and community growth for all.

J O B C R E A T I O N G R E A T ER E C O N O M I C O P P O R T U N I T I E S G E N E R A T I O N A L & C O M M U N I T Y W E A L T H U P W A R D E C O N O M I C MO B I L I T Y I N C O M E I N C R E A S E S

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

The loan from BBIF transformed our business, enabling us to invest in real estate and expand our reach within the community.

Nicole Phillips Hollis

CEO | Bridge to Independence School

Orlando, FL

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We Offer Guidance Every Step of the Way

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