Cindi Rourk leads CLIMB Fund as its Chief Executive Officer. Her main goal is to lead the mission-driven nonprofit in ensuring its dedication to growing the local economy by providing flexible, affordable, and customizable loans to entrepreneurs and small businesses owners.

A longtime member of the Charleston community and part of the banking world for over 20 years, Cindi began her career at CLIMB Fund in 2008 as a loan officer, eventually becoming the Director of Lending and Business Development, and ultimately rising to her current position as CEO. She is a graduate of Appalachian State University, Leadership Charleston, and South Carolina Bankers’ School.

Cindi is proud to serve as a board member of several organizations, including the Community First Land Trust, South Carolina Community Capital Alliance, and the Charleston Women’s Business Center.