David Reiling

David Reiling is a prominent social entrepreneur and the current Board Chair of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV), a position he has held since March 2021. He is also the Chief Executive Officer of Sunrise Banks, a community development bank based in Minnesota, where he has been instrumental in promoting financial inclusion and community development for over 25 years.123

Professional Background

• Chairman & CEO at Sunrise Banks: Reiling has led Sunrise Banks since 2008, transforming it into a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and a certified B Corporation. Under his leadership, the bank focuses on serving underbanked communities and providing socially responsible financial services.234
• Board Memberships: In addition to his role at GABV, he serves on several boards, including Northstar Education Finance and the University of San Diego's Parent Board. He has also been involved with the Community Development Bankers Association and the Entrepreneurs' Organization.14

Contributions to Community Development

Reiling's work emphasizes sustainable economic, social, and environmental development through finance. He advocates for partnerships with fintech firms to enhance access to financial services and improve community engagement. His vision for Sunrise Banks aligns with the GABV's mission to leverage banking as a force for positive change globally.256

Education

Reiling holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Economics from the University of San Diego and has furthered his education at the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.1

Through his leadership roles, David Reiling continues to influence the landscape of community banking and financial inclusion both locally and internationally.