Learn from Northwest Access Fund at the Final CDFI Roundtable of 2026

Posted by Alyse Knudsen on November 4, 2026

The final GoWest CDFI Roundtable of 2026 will take place on Dec. 8 from 10–11:30 a.m. PT / 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. MT, bringing together CDFI professionals from across the GoWest region for connection, collaboration, and insight.

During the roundtable, credit unions will have the opportunity to share the impactful ways they are serving their communities while engaging in meaningful discussions with peers and industry experts.

At the upcoming CDFI Roundtable hear from Lisa Jones, Director of Outreach and Partnerships at Northwest Access Fund, about their technical-assistance-first approach to serving communities. Jones will share how Northwest Access Fund has more closely integrated financial coaching into its lending programs and what they’ve learned from that shift. She’ll also highlight their work with individuals with disabilities across Oregon, Idaho, and Washington, including assistive technology, small business, and opportunity lending.

“GoWest CDFI Roundtables create an important space for credit unions to learn from one another, deepen their impact, and access timely resources,” said Nayab Abbasi, Strategic Initiatives Manager at the GoWest Foundation. “These conversations help strengthen our members’ ability to serve their communities and navigate an evolving CDFI landscape.”

Reserve your spot today and join the conversation.

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