Stephanie began her tenure at Region Five Development Commission/North Central Economic Development Association as the Business Loan Developer in 2018.

 

In 2024, she became the Grant Compliance Officer for R5DC. This role involves organizing awards and contracts and keeping records both digitally and physically. Additionally, it includes ensuring timely submission of financial and narrative reports to investment partners, assisting with annual audits, and collecting necessary documentation from sub-awardees or partners to meet compliance standards like Davis Bacon or the BABAA.

 

Her education includes an associate degree in accounting and a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration/Accounting.

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Stephanie can be reached directly at 218.296.5201 or via email at sbarney@regionfive.org