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An Extension Case Study in Institutional Innovation: Microfinance Intermediary Formation

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An institutional innovation process led by Extension created a statewide microfinance intermediary. The intermediary provides business technical assistance and microloans to entrepreneurs having difficulty securing conventional credit but having workable business plans. The process included (1) gathering indicators of a problem; (2) formation of a steering committee of relevant interests to study the concerns; (3) a search for alternative solutions and assessment of probable consequences; and (4) emergence of an institutional strategy for addressing gaps. A business plan was implemented over 5 years. The collaboration created new opportunities on multiple levels for Extension problem-solving impacts and outcomes.

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  • Edelman, Mark A., 2015. "An Extension Case Study in Institutional Innovation: Microfinance Intermediary Formation," ISU General Staff Papers 201504010700001777, Iowa State University, Department of Economics.
    • Handle: RePEc:isu:genstf:201504010700001777
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