Diversity and Inclusion Resource Center
In This Section
"Diversity and Inclusion give way to two other words, 'deliberate and intentional.' Diversity isn't accidental and being inclusive should be purposeful. It's something you focus on. Now, first of all, it's the right thing to do - there's no question about that. But beyond the right thing to do, it's good for business. And it's good for homeownership." - Christopher M. George, 2018 MBA Chairman-Elect and Diversity Committee Chairman Founder, President and CEO, CMG Financial
Welcome to our Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Resource Center. This is your source for all things related to the promotion of diversity and inclusion in the real estate finance industry. Explore the resources below to learn how to initiate, enhance or promote your organization's D&I related efforts.
Our Programs
Select from the programs below to learn more about what MBA has to offer around this important industry initiative.
How Do I D&I?: Practical Answers for Your Company
Check out our top ten recurring D&I program themes. These are themes that emerge time and again in successful companies' D&I programs, and are seriously worth considering. Most of these tactics require little in the way of money, but can improve the diversity of your workforce and borrowers.
Upcoming Events - D&I at MBA and Related Events
mPowering You: MBA's Summit For Women in Real Estate Finance
October 26, 2019
mPower: Emotional Quotient, Leadership & You
November 7, 2019
D&I: Lending to the LGBT+ Community - What You Need to Know
November 20, 2019
About the Initiative
MBA fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion within the real estate finance industry. Together with our members, we exchange information on best practices, tackle issues and potential barriers, and create networking opportunities that advance overall diversity and inclusion within the industry.
D&I Recorded Webinars
Additional Resources
- Find a Minority-Owned Company (follow this link and use the "Minority Ownership" filter to search)
- D&I Self-Assessment
- Section 342 Resource Guide
- MBA's Fact Sheet on Federal Inter-Agency Standards for Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and Inclusion News
MBA and Fannie Mae’s Future Housing Leaders Program Partner to Promote Diversity and Inclusion in the Housing and Mortgage Finance Industries
July 24, 2019
MBA Promotes Lisa Haynes to Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer
July 10, 2019
MBA Expands Path to Diversity Scholarship Program Eligibility to Select Conferences
June 24, 2019
MBA Awards Over $90,000 in Path to Diversity Scholarships
June 10, 2019
MBA’s Lisa Haynes Presented with a Diversity & Inclusion Award by CIFS
June 5, 2019
MISMO® Seeks Public Comment on New Logical Data Model
May 13, 2019
MBA Celebrates Spike in Path to Diversity Scholarship Winners in 2018
November 27, 2018
MBA Announces Path to Diversity Scholarship Winners, Thanks Donors
June 13, 2018
MBA, NAMMBA Announce Partnership to Promote Diversity and Inclusion Efforts
March 14, 2018
MBA Presents JLL with Commercial/Multifamily Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Award
February 13, 2018
D&I with Marcia Davies (MBA) and Tony Thompson (NAMMBA)
D&I with Bank of America's D. Steve Boland
