Microfinance: Conversations with the Experts
By Accion, Calmeadow, Charles Oberdorf - Published: 1999
The author documents discussions with microfinance experts on the following topics: vision setting, institution building, performance monitoring, staff and client development, the role of donors, governance and regulation, and supervision. The discussion reflects the range of consensus and debate that exists within the microfinance field today. With experts from a cross- section of practitioners and institutions from around the world, representing diverse geographical and philosophical perspectives. This think-piece summarizes the key thoughts and lessons in microfinance and prepares us for the challenges yet to come.