Leadership & Team

Steven Meyer

Chief Executive Officer

Steven has long served the Indianapolis area in several non-profit and government positions. As the Chief Executive Officer of Renew Indianapolis, Steven has continued to build on the success of the strong and diverse housing market and foster economic development. He has focused on leveraging the strengths and connections to attract new partners, new neighbors, and new economic opportunities. By utilizing these same skills, he has been able to successfully replicate this success on a larger scale for the Build Fund.

Evan Tester

Director of Lending

Prior to joining Renew Indianapolis, Evan served as the Community Development Block Grant Manager (CDBG) for the City of Indianapolis’ Department of Metropolitan Development. In the five years that Evan invested with the city with CDBG, he managed multi-million dollar projects dealing with acquisition, rehabilitation, remediation of blight, historic preservation and job creation. Now, he uses his grant, financial and project management talents to help finance future projects in the Indianapolis area through the Build Fund.

Alex Ervin

Staff Accountant

Before joining the Renew Indianapolis team, Alex was a public sector consultant and municipal advisor, where he worked with state and local agencies and municipal entities on debt issuances, redevelopment projects, and financial forecasting. Now, Alex’s main role is underwriting Renew loans, reviewing applicants’ financial statements and information to determine eligibility and rates. He is fluent in Spanish, which will help improve outreach to Indy’s Latinx communities through translated marketing material.

David Herron

Build Fund Manager

David Herron has over 15 years of banking industry experience. 10 plus years in business lending specifically. Born and raised in Indianapolis, a product of the far eastside of the city and Lawrence North High School. David has a passion for serving and growing businesses with his experience. David really loves financial literacy and creating strategies for financial security. He is excited about being of service in the communities that we serve and more!

Learn more about how our team can help your growing or expanding business.

View Success Stories

Start the Process

Build Fund News

Kismetic Beer Company is a Dream Come True for Owner, Nicole

Nicole Oesch has plenty of experience in the craft beer industry and

2 November, 2021
Renew Indianapolis’ Small Business Loan Program Selected for National Financial Network Membership

The Build Fund hopes to support many more businesses in Central Indiana and gain access to national resources and a network of support with this new membership

12 October, 2021

Leadership & Team

Steven Meyer

Evan Tester

Alex Ervin

David Herron

Learn more about how our team can help your growing or expanding business.

About Build Fund

Build Fund News

Kismetic Beer Company is a Dream Come True for Owner, Nicole

Renew Indianapolis’ Small Business Loan Program Selected for National Financial Network Membership

Contact Us