Crossing the Credit Barrier Conference - Oct. 22-23, 2025
- Spencer McClenty
- Sep 5
- 2 min read
When: Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025
Location: Federal Reserve Bank of St. LouisOne Federal Reserve Bank PlazaBroadway and Locust StreetSt. Louis, MO 63102 (map it)
Event Type: In person or Virtual
Registration Deadline:Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025
We’re thrilled to announce two extraordinary keynote speakers for our Oct. 22-23 Crossing the Credit Barrier Conference:
Maxine Clark, Chief Inspirator of the Delmar DivINe, will share her journey from entrepreneur to retail innovator to visionary in search of more-inclusive solutions that expand opportunities for underserved communities. She will discuss investments in the St. Louis region and demonstrate how this work is imperative for increasing financial well-being and economic mobility.
Brandee McHale, Head of Community Investing and Development at Citi and President of the Citi Foundation, will discuss forward-thinking approaches to connect low- and moderate-income communities to jobs and housing for a secure and stable financial future. Her deep knowledge of and experience in philanthropy and innovative capital solutions will demonstrate how this work can transform economic outcomes in our country’s most challenged neighborhoods and communities.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to gain insights from two influential figures in social entrepreneurship and community development!
Register now to secure your spot to join us in person and be inspired by these transformative leaders!
Who Should Attend?
Community and Economic Development Organizations • Financial Institutions• Researchers • Local Governments • Funders • Students • and More
Agenda Topics
Small Business • Housing • Workforce • Fintech • Place-BasedPartnerships • Financial Services • Innovative PracticesExplore the Full Agenda
Why Attend in Person?
10+ hours of content, including keynotes, panels and breakout sessions
30+ visionary voices taking the stage
Eight curated conversations on topics from fintech to housing to small-dollar lending
More than six hours of networking opportunities to spark ideas and build relationships
Space is limited for those joining us in person—don't miss your chance to be in the room where it happens. If you have questions or are looking to contribute to the conference, please contact the St. Louis Fed's Community Development team at communitydevelopment@stls.frb.org.
Comments