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Claudia Scott
Head of Underserved Entrepreneurship at Startup Junkie
- Capital
- Advocate
- Executive
- đź“ŤFayetteville, AR
Claudia Scott is a dynamic and accomplished professional with substantial experience in capital access management, member engagement, and advocacy. Claudia joined the Startup Junkie team in February 2023 as the NWA Kiva Hub capital access manager (CAM) to assist entrepreneurs with the Kiva microloan program process. She is responsible for connecting small businesses and entrepreneurs to the resources and capital they need to thrive.
Claudia’s professional achievements are a testament to her dedication, passion and expertise in HR, workforce development, and business administration. Scott most recently served as Director of Member Engagement at the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce. Prior to that, she served as a programs assistant for the Downtown Springdale Alliance, and as a migrant recruiter and advocate for the Northwest Arkansas Education Service Cooperative.Â
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 BOOK NOW FOR your podcast
Claudia Scott
Head of Underserved Entrepreneurship at Startup Junkie
- đź“ŤFayetteville, AR
- Capital
- Advocate
- Executive
Claudia Scott is a dynamic and accomplished professional with substantial experience in capital access management, member engagement, and advocacy. Claudia joined the Startup Junkie team in February 2023 as the NWA Kiva Hub capital access manager (CAM) to assist entrepreneurs with the Kiva microloan program process. She is responsible for connecting small businesses and entrepreneurs to the resources and capital they need to thrive.
Claudia’s professional achievements are a testament to her dedication, passion and expertise in HR, workforce development, and business administration. Scott most recently served as Director of Member Engagement at the Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce. Prior to that, she served as a programs assistant for the Downtown Springdale Alliance, and as a migrant recruiter and advocate for the Northwest Arkansas Education Service Cooperative.Â
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Timeline
Feb 2023 - Present
Startup Junkie
Head of Underserved Entrepreneurship
Capital Access Manager – Kiva
 
Feb 2022 - Nov 2022
Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce
Director, Member Engagement
Jun 2021 - Feb 2022
Drury University
Campus Coordinator
Oct 2021 - Jan 2022
Downtown Springdale
Administrative and Programs Assistant
Aug 2018 - Jan 2020
Arvest Bank
Loan Servicing Specialist
Ask me
| How has Kiva NWA's presence positively impacted historically underserved populations in our area, particularly in terms of access to financial resources and opportunities for economic empowerment? |
| What unique challenges and opportunities do Hispanic-speaking entrepreneurs encounter in the realm of entrepreneurship, and how can we foster a more inclusive and supportive ecosystem for their success? |
| In what ways can initiatives focused on lowering barriers of entry and democratizing access to capital transform the landscape of entrepreneurship, paving the way for increased innovation and diversity within business communities? |
