About FBA Foundation Black American Chamber of Commerce

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The History and Resumes of our Directors:

Katherine Jean Loyd - Lead Director - Background, Resume and Experience:

Bachelor of Science - Michigan State University

"My joy and mission is to uplift people in their time of need and to help people thrive."

1981 - Job Placement Coordinator - Michigan STEP Program
1983 - Unemployment Coordinator - Unemployment Agency - State of Michigan
1985 - Protective Services Coordinator - Dept. of Social Services - State of Michigan
1998 - Case Manager - Family Independence Agency (FIA) - State of Michigan
2008 - Homeless - Los Angeles, California
2009 - Real Estate Broker / Owner - Beverly Hills, California
2013 - Real Estate Broker / Owner - Buckhead - Atlanta, Georgia
2017 - CPH Grassroots Animal Rescue Farm - Atlanta, Georgia
2019 - NMLS Mortgage Broker / Owner - LoanGIANT - Atlanta, Georgia
2026 - Lead Director - FBA Foundational Black American Chamber of Commerce

While at the State of Michigan I was certified in and provided the following services::

Unemployment Assistance (UA) with assigning job training vouchers.
Food Assistance Program (FAP)
Family Independence Program (FIP) Cash assistance for families.
State Disability Assistance (SDA) Cash assistance for adults with disabilities.
Child Development and Care Child care payment assistance.
State Emergency Relief (SER) Help with housing, utilities, and burial costs.
PATH (Partnership. Accountability. Training. Hope.) A mandatory 10-day program for FIP applicants focusing on employment.

"Investing our time and resources into people is always our best solution" - K. Loyd

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Rosner Carnegie : CFO / COO

GRANTSEXPERTS® MISSION STATEMENT

NMLS #1443851 : 2026 Certified Master Grant Writer

Certified Grant Writer Since 1994

NMLS #1443851 Mortgage Loan Consultant

GARES #351967 Georgia Real Estate License

Real Estate Title Examiner Since 2004

Katherine Loyd : CEO / President

GRANTSEXPERTS® MISSION STATEMENT

NMLS #1540929 : 2026 Certified Master Grant Writer

Certified Grant Writer Since 1985

NMLS #1540929 Mortgage Loan Broker

GARES #351306 Georgia Real Estate Broker

Real Estate Title Examiner Since 2002

Vision:

Transformed communities through informed giving

Mission:

To amplify and increase the impact of lean funders by building an inclusive community where they can learn, connect and collaborate

Goal 1 - Strategic Plan 2024-2027:

Goal 1: Amplify the Voice of Lean Funders

1 - Cultivate a healthy & vibrant and inclusive network of lean funders.

2 - Strengthen the Exponent Philanthropy brand.

3 - Elevate lean funder stories.

4 - Serve as the champion for lean funders and their outsized impact.

Goal 2 - Enhance the Impact of Lean Funders:

1 - Equip lean funders with knowledge, tools, and resources to define, evaluate, and advance their philanthropic impact.

2 - Facilitate experiences that lead to meaningful peer connections.

3 - Collect & disseminate data that advances our community's philanthropy and supports Exponent Philanthropy's efforts to champion Catalytic Leadership in Philanthropy (CLIP), racial equity, and disability inclusion.

Goal 3 - Accelerate Racial Equity & Disability Inclusion among Lean Funders:

1 - Clearly articulate & benchmark racial equity and disability inclusion practices among lean funders.

2 - Highlight lean funders who are advancing racial equity and disability inclusion.

3 - Design programs, resources, and connections that advance racial equity and disability inclusion best practices.

4 - Inspire our community to create meaningful change that addresses structural inequities and transforms barriers into opportunities.

Goal 4 - Expedite a Sustainable Organizational Future:

1 - Explore and implement a sustainable business model.

2 - Ensure internal business efficiencies.

3 - Cultivate a thriving, inclusive organizational culture.

4 - Staff and volunteer leaders uphold our commitment to racial equity and disability inclusion.

Our Values:

Relationships Come First - One Size Does Not Fit All - Learning is a Lifelong Journey

Quality is essential - We are Inspired by Our Members’ Impact