Lendistry · 16 hours ago
VP of Programs
Tustin, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
7+ years expLendistry is a mission-driven fintech company focused on changing the game for small business owners and their communities. The VP of Programs is responsible for the strategic direction and operational excellence of all direct service programs, overseeing program design, delivery, and evaluation to ensure impactful service to diverse small business owners.
FinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechLending
Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction for all accelerator and capacity building programs and direct service offerings aligned with organizational strategic plan
Lead program innovation and development of new service models based on community needs and market opportunities
Oversee program design, curriculum development, and content delivery across all cohorts, training programs, and service offerings
Ensure programs effectively integrate The Center's climate resilience strategy and asset-building framework
Champion equity-centered program design that lowers barriers and serves underrepresented entrepreneurs and community development practitioners
Collaborate with VP of Operations on strategic planning, priority-setting, and resource allocation for programs
Directly supervise (3) current and program staff and any other future staff
Build and mentor a high-performing team with clear roles, professional development pathways, and succession planning
Conduct regular 1:1s, performance evaluations, and goal-setting aligned with organizational objectives
Foster collaborative team culture centered on learning, accountability, and mission impact
Onboard and develop program staff as needed to support organizational growth
Ensure equitable workload distribution and staff capacity planning
Oversee day-to-day operations of all accelerator and capacity building programs and business advising services
Ensure consistent program quality, participant satisfaction, and outcome achievement across all offerings
Refine and implement standard operating procedures for program lifecycle management (design, recruitment, delivery, evaluation)
Monitor program budgets, expense tracking, and cost-effectiveness for all small business and capacity building programs
Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, reporting deadlines, and funder obligations for program-specific contracts
Lead grant reporting for all program-specific grants and contracts, ensuring timely, accurate, and compelling narratives
Coordinate with program staff to collect data, outcomes, case studies, and impact metrics for funder reports
Ensure compliance with all grant requirements including deliverables, documentation, and reporting schedules
Contribute programmatic expertise to grant proposals and funding applications
Collaborate with COO on resource development strategy, identifying funding opportunities aligned with program priorities
Participate in proposal development including program design, budget creation, and outcome frameworks
Coordinate the team to produce compelling program reports, case studies, and impact narratives for funders and stakeholders
Design and implement comprehensive program evaluation frameworks measuring outputs and outcomes
Analyze program data to identify trends, successes, and areas for improvement
Lead quarterly program reviews assessing effectiveness, participant satisfaction, and goal achievement
Translate lessons learned insights into program improvements and best practices
Maintain program dashboards and KPI tracking systems (Salesforce and other platforms)
Qualification
Required
7+ years of progressive experience in community economic development, small business technical assistance, capacity building, or related field
3+ years in program management or leadership role with direct supervisory experience
Demonstrated success designing, launching, and scaling high-impact programs serving diverse communities
Experience with grant reporting and compliance for foundation and/or government funders
Strong financial acumen including budget management, cost-benefit analysis, and program sustainability
Proven ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously with attention to quality and outcomes
Excellent team leadership, coaching, and staff development skills
Experience with program evaluation, data analysis, and outcomes measurement
Strong project management skills with ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
Strong written communication skills with ability to craft compelling grant reports and impact narratives
Proficiency with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and program management tools
Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to translate program outcomes for diverse audiences
Deep understanding of barriers facing BIPOC-owned, women-owned, and micro-businesses
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and centering lived experience in program design
Preferred
Experience with accelerator and capacity building programs, cohort-based learning models, or entrepreneurship training
Resource development experience and track record contributing to successful funding proposals
Knowledge of small business financing, capital access, and CDFI ecosystem
Familiarity with climate resilience, clean energy, or green infrastructure sectors
Experience administering government or foundation grants
Experience designing and delivering train-the-trainer or organizational capacity building programs
Bilingual (Spanish) strongly preferred
Experience with disaster recovery programs or crisis response initiatives
Understanding of succession planning, asset building, and wealth creation strategies for entrepreneurs
Company
Lendistry
Lendistry is a lender and fintech company that provides business loans and grant access to small businesses.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$304.75MKey Investors
KeyBankEast West BankTD Bank
2025-12-11Debt Financing· $100M
2025-10-01Debt Financing· $75M
2025-09-17Debt Financing· $25M
Leadership Team
Everett Sands
CEO
Kaarthik N Ramaswamy
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2025-11-07
2025-11-05
2025-10-16
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