Cristal Finley
Strategic Leader | Finance Professional | Empowering Communities
- Role
- Co-founder and Creative Director at Hers For The Taking
- Location
- Portland, OR, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Cristal Finley
I\'m a leader in the banking and finance industry with a focus on business development, loan analysis and relationship management. I\'m passionate about building financial solutions that expand opportunity for small businesses and underserved communities through relationship-driven partnerships and mission-aligned lending.I\'ve held leadership positions within industry organizations and community boards, bringing strategic vision and a collaborative approach to initiatives that promote confidence, professional development and cultural preservation, supported by active leadership and mentorship involvement.Outside the financial world, I stay involved in community development, cultural events and efforts that promote leadership, equity and resilience. I continue to invest in my growth with programs like the Native American Youth and Family Center LEAD Cohort (2024) and Partners in Diversity - Women of Color RISING (2025/2026).Feel free to connect or send me a message! I\'m always open to networking, collaboration and sharing ideas.
Experience
Co-founder and Creative Director
Apr 2020 — Present
When I learn something new, I love to document what I\'ve discovered and create template and resources that might benefit others. After I began telling my story, I wanted to empower other women to tell their stories, too. I take deep joy in the beauty of storytelling: the courage to find one\'s voice, the power of language, the visual artistry of a beautiful notebook or well-organized planner. From this spirit of creative discovery and intellectual generosity comes an online community and an original line of products including journals, planners, notebooks and mugs.• Host of the She Made It Happen Podcast• Writing, reviewing, editing and updating content for company website, blog, marketing materials and podcast• Oversee product design by identifying product opportunities and creating design concepts• Brand Development• Social Media
Education
Concordia Portland Alumni & Friends
Business Administration, Marketing
Concordia Portland Alumni & Friends
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, General
The Dalles High School
Diploma
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