Ariana Miller

Black Renaissance Fund Director

As the Director of the Black Renaissance Fund at the Alliance, Ariana Miller brings over a decade of expertise in community development finance. Her extensive knowledge of CDFI Fund programs, lending initiatives, and program and project management make her an invaluable asset to the organization.

Ariana’s professional experience includes working with communities of color, including the African American, Latino, and Native American communities. She has played a crucial role in the deployment of hundreds of millions of dollars in financing for community development projects across the country. Her responsibilities have ranged from closing project management to intake and evaluation of projects, as well as overseeing program partnerships and relationships.

With a Juris Doctor (JD) from Washington University in St. Louis, Ariana’s legal education further enhances her ability to effectively manage projects and partnerships in the community development finance industry.