Press Releases
Through our continuum of solutions, Momentus Capital is making an impact with communities across the country. We invite you to read our press releases from across the Momentus Capital family of organizations.
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Jaime Aldama Named as New President of Momentus Securities
Momentus Securities — a registered broker-dealer and FINRA member — is proud to announce that Jaime Aldama has been named the new President of Momentus Securities, effective April 1, 2024. Mr. Aldama was one of Momentus Securities’ first employees, joining in July 2022 as its Head of Capital Markets.
Momentus Capital Recognized as One of the Best Nonprofits to Work For
In its 2024 rankings, The NonProfit Times selected the Momentus Capital branded family of organizations as the #3 large nonprofit, #17 overall.
Melissa Stallings of Momentus Capital Wins “Diversity in Business” Award From the Washington Business Journal
Ms. Stallings was honored for leading programs that help diverse entrepreneurs overcome barriers caused by systemic racism to grow their businesses, close the racial wealth gap, and create more affordable housing, jobs, and other opportunities for the communities they serve.
Capital Impact Partners Named to ImpactAssets 50 For Seventh Straight Year, Retains Emeritus Impact Manager Distinction
For the seventh straight year, Capital Impact Partners has been selected for the ImpactAssets 50 – a free, annual database for investors of private capital fund managers delivering social and environmental impact as well as financial returns.
Momentus Securities Receives SBA Pool Assembler Status
Under the Secondary Market Program, approved SBA Pool Assemblers are authorized to assemble eligible 7(a) loans and market Guaranteed Loan Pool Certificates (SBA Pools). In addition, SBA Pool Assemblers are granted authority to issue and market interest-only investments on these pools known as COOFs.
Ellis Carr of Momentus Capital Named to the Washington Business Journal’s “Power 100” List for 2023
“We assembled our annual Power 100 list of the most influential business leaders with the pending revival of Greater Washington top of mind,” wrote Washington Business Journal Editor-in-Chief Douglas Fruehling. “Who has the courage to stand up and discuss our problems without holding back? Who has the leadership skills — and, sometimes, the dollars — to make a difference? Who can we count on?”
Innovative Cooperatives Receive $170,000 in Grants From Capital Impact Partners and National Cooperative Bank
Four innovative cooperatives in four cities have received a combined $170,000 in catalytic grant funding the 2023 Co-op Innovation Awards, which aim to increase cooperative development in communities living with low incomes and/or communities of color.
Top Black-Led Financial Organizations to Provide Up To $100 Million in Mission-Focused Lending to Underserved Small Business Owners
City First Bank, Capital Impact Partners, and CDC Small Business Finance team up to support low-to-moderate income areas in California; Washington, D.C.; Maryland; and Virginia with flexible owner-occupied commercial real estate options via their Small Business Administration 504 First Mortgage program.
New York Life’s Impact Investment Strategy Commits $50 Million to Momentus Capital to Support Flexible Small Business Loans for Underserved and Undercapitalized Communities
These small business loans have flexible terms that are specifically intended to support entrepreneurs from underserved and undercapitalized communities — borrowers who often are not otherwise able to access this kind of capital.