Stacy Zielinski, MBA
About Stacy Zielinski, MBA
Stacy Zielinski, MBA, serves as the Community Development Director at CNote, where she has worked since 2019. With a background in economic development and community finance, she actively fosters partnerships and advocates for sustainable development practices in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area.
Work at CNote
Stacy Zielinski has served as the Community Development Director at CNote since 2019. In this role, she has focused on enhancing economic development initiatives through partnerships with local community organizations. Zielinski has been instrumental in launching community investment programs aimed at underserved areas in the Tampa/St. Petersburg region. She actively participates in events related to community development and impact evaluation, contributing to CNote's mission of fostering economic growth and sustainability.
Education and Expertise
Stacy Zielinski holds an MBA in Business Administration and Management from Alverno College, which she completed between 2010 and 2012. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Secondary Education from Marquette University from 1996 to 2001. Her educational background supports her expertise in community development and finance initiatives, equipping her with the skills necessary to drive economic development efforts.
Background
Before her current position at CNote, Stacy Zielinski worked at the Milwaukee Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) as a Loan Officer from 2013 to 2015. She also served as a Loan Origination Partner at C7a from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she co-owned Transfer Pizzeria & Cafe from 2008 to 2014. Since 2015, she has worked as a CDFI Consultant at The Eckblad Group, further enhancing her experience in community finance.
Achievements
Stacy Zielinski has played a key role in launching community investment programs that focus on underserved areas in the Tampa/St. Petersburg region. Her efforts include fostering partnerships with local organizations to enhance economic development initiatives. Zielinski actively participates in regional economic forums to advocate for sustainable community development practices, demonstrating her commitment to her field.