Courtnee Hawkins is deeply committed to enhancing the financial resilience of marginalized entrepreneurs. With a background as an entrepreneur herself, she intimately understands the hurdles small business owners encounter and strives tirelessly to identify and implement solutions. Whether inside the office or out, Courtnee channels her passion and expertise to bolster the financial capacity of underserved entrepreneurs, driving meaningful impact within communities. She currently serves as Director of Business Programs at Freedom Equity, a CDFI dedicated to empowering Black-owned businesses.