Envision Greater Fond du Lac’s Sadie Howell earns certification as an Economic Development Finance Professional

Recently, Sadie Howell, President/CEO of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, received certification as an Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) from the Grow America. EDFP Certification is a professional credential given to individuals who successfully complete Grow America’s intensive economic development finance training series. The training provides individuals working in the field of economic development with instruction in business credit analysis, real estate financing, loan packaging, deal structuring and negotiating and the creation and implementation of development programs.

“Earning the Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) certification from Grow America is a significant milestone in advancing Envision Greater Fond du Lac’s mission to drive economic growth and support businesses in our region. This certification provides Envision the financial expertise necessary to structure and implement impactful development programs, from business credit analysis to real estate financing,” Sadie Howell, President/CEO of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, said..

“Having credentialed professionals within Envision ensures that we can strategically leverage financial tools and resources to foster business expansion, job creation, and community investment. This expertise strengthens our ability to serve as a catalyst for sustainable economic development, helping businesses and communities thrive,” Krista Ebbens, Chair of the Board of Directors of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, said.

Grow America has provided training to over 70,000 professionals working in the fields of economic and housing development. Participants come from diverse backgrounds including city and state governments, public agencies, community-based organizations, professional organizations and banks.