ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Partner Community Capital (PCAP) is proud to announce that Yaselin Gonzalez, Business Lender for the Asheville, North Carolina office, has been selected to join the Fall 2025 North Carolina Leadership Forum through Duke University.

The North Carolina Leadership Forum brings together a diverse group of leaders from across the state to engage in constructive dialogue around key policy issues and explore collaborative solutions that strengthen North Carolina’s communities and economy.

“Yaselin’s selection is a reflection of her dedication to building stronger, more inclusive local economies,” said Erika McGilley, Chief Lending Officer at Partner Community Capital. “Her leadership and passion for helping small businesses thrive make her an outstanding representative of PCAP and the communities we serve.”

As part of the Forum, Gonzalez will join leaders from business, government, education, and the nonprofit sector to address pressing statewide challenges and identify actionable opportunities for growth and innovation.

“I’m honored to be part of the North Carolina Leadership Forum and to represent PCAP’s mission of helping small businesses and communities thrive,” said Gonzalez. “I look forward to learning from and contributing to this network of leaders who share a commitment to North Carolina’s future.”

Partner Community Capital provides flexible financing and advisory services to help small businesses grow, create jobs, and build wealth in underserved communities across North Carolina and Appalachia.