Emilie Linick
About Emilie Linick
Emilie Linick is the Director of Impact Lending at REDF, where she leads the development of lending strategies for social enterprises. She has extensive experience in strategic growth, loan originations, and portfolio management.
Current Role at REDF
Emilie Linick currently holds the position of Director of Impact Lending at REDF, where she has been employed since 2019. In her role, she leads the development of REDF's lending strategy with a specific focus on social enterprises. These enterprises are dedicated to employing individuals who are overcoming significant barriers to entering the workforce. Emilie's responsibilities also include overseeing business development, loan originations, and the management of portfolio risks.
Previous Experience at Equitas Academy Charter Schools
Before joining REDF, Emilie worked at Equitas Academy Charter Schools as the Managing Director of Strategic Growth from 2018 to 2019. In this position, she was based in the Greater Los Angeles Area and was responsible for the strategic development and growth of the charter schools network.
Roles at Capital Impact Partners
Emilie Linick has held multiple roles at Capital Impact Partners in Oakland, CA. Starting as a Loan Associate from 2010 to 2011, she progressed to Loan Officer, Portfolio & Asset Management from 2011 to 2014, and finally served as a Senior Loan Officer, Originations from 2014 to 2018. During her tenure, Emilie was involved in managing and originating loans, focusing on fostering capital impact in underserved communities.
Educational Background in Finance and Women's Studies
Emilie's educational journey includes earning an MBA with a concentration in Finance and Non-profit Management from Mills College, Lorry I. Lokey Graduate School of Business between 2008 and 2010. She also holds a BA in Women's Studies and Education from Dartmouth College, which she completed from 1996 to 2000.
Professional Initiatives at REDF
At REDF, Emilie Linick works to identify partnership opportunities to enhance the organization's Impact Lending practice. She has demonstrated a model aimed at increasing borrower creditworthiness by offering flexible loan terms coupled with technical assistance. Her role is pivotal in advancing REDF's mission by integrating financial strategies with social impact.