About Us

CMDC has been assisting businesses with their business financing needs since 1978. As an SBA Premier Certified Lender (PCLP), CMDC is authorized to provide SBA 504 loans and other SBA and business financing programs throughout Minnesota. Less than 10% of the certified development companies (CDCs) in the United States have this designation. 

• Premier Certified Lender Status means we have in-house loan approvals to meet your most pressing deadlines
• Fast, free pre-qualifications within 24 hours
• We coordinate your project from start to finish, working with business owners, lenders, and real estate brokers to ensure seamless execution

Our Mission

CMDC is committed to promoting economic development by cultivating a financing environment that allows MN small businesses to grow and prosper. To fulfill this mission, CMDC provides business loans and financing services to businesses and bank lenders including:

• SBA 504 Loans

See all the Benefits of SBA 504 Loans have to offer

Growing Business in Minnesota

From manufacturing facilities to retail stores, from veterinary clinics to restaurants, CMDC has helped hundreds of MN business owners get business financing which has resulted in the creation of thousands of jobs. Of more than 500 SBA lenders in Minnesota, CMDC consistently ranks in the top 20.

We are committed to our community leaders, lenders and business owners to grow business in Minnesota and make it a great place to live and work.