Community Think Tank for Real Equity & Shared Success

A free community think tank focused on real solutions around capital access, homeownership, investment, and economic opportunity.

Join them Saturday, April 18 from 8:30AM to 11:30AM at Houghton Park, 6301 Myrtle Ave, Long Beach, CA 90805. Free parking in front.

Access to capital is the foundation of economic mobility. Whether you're an aspiring homeowner, entrepreneur, investor, or community advocate, this forum is designed to provide real strategies and actionable pathways.

They will explore:

• Finding Strategic Partners – Connect with mentors, co-founders, and collaborators

• Pathways to Homeownership – From first-time buyers to seasoned investors

• Turning Assets into Income – ADUs, neighborhood kitchens, and scalable models

• Unlocking Creative Capital – Funding strategies beyond traditional banking

This is not just a panel. This is a solutions-focused conversation.

Speakers Section

Featured Industry Leaders:

Desirée Patno
CEO, NAWRB
Chairwoman, NDILC

Dr. Vanessa Montañez
Head of Community Lending
Senior Vice President, City National Bank

Hyepin Im
President & CEO
Faith and Community Empowerment (FACE)

Cara Stewart
Founder & CEO
WunderMarx, Inc.

Who Should Attend

• First-time homebuyers

• Real estate professionals

• Community leaders

• Small business owners

• Investors

• Nonprofit organizations

• Anyone seeking access to capital solutions

What You’ll Walk Away With

• Clear pathways to ownership

• Real funding strategies

• Community connections

• Practical tools you can use immediately

Seats are limited. Register today and join the conversation shaping the future of equitable capital access.

This is a free event.

Please register here to attend.

Thanks to NAWRB for offering this local startup event, the details, and the graphic!