CommunityWorks CEO, Latorrie Geer, has been recognized by Greenville Business Magazine as one of 50 Most Influential. This honor is a testament to Latorrie’s exceptional leadership and dedication within our organization and throughout the South Carolina business landscape.

Greenville Business Magazine | January 2024

CommunityWorks is a Community Development Financial Institution focused on building brighter futures for underserved families and communities across South Carolina.

With Latorrie Geer at its helm, CommunityWorks has grown into a $30 million institution. Geer is committed to building works of partner agencies, organizations, and individuals to work toward sustainable community growth. Before assuming the role of CEO, she served as CommunityWorks’ director of operations and later as chief operating officer.

She previously worked as executive vice president and director of operations at SENIOR Solutions. Geer graduated from the University of South Carolina and is a proud Gamecock. She holds board seats with Generation4, Greater Good Greenville, AIM, the SC Fair Lending Alliance Steering Committee, Self-Help Credit Union, South Carolina Capital Alliance, and the Business Development Corporation.

Her advice for startups is to trust the process, but remain adaptable – be willing to pivot, evolve, and embrace change as you progress.