Worked with over a dozen Southern California entrepreneurs to expand their businesses, by providing technical assistance and facilitating access to expansion capital. These expansions have created over 120 jobs for low-income persons.
Assisted with job training programs that have placed over 200 low-income area residents in permanent jobs with livable wages.
Worked with local agencies to promote environmental safety and responsibility.
Collaborated with approximately 10 local area non-profits to assist hundreds of entrepreneurs to grow programs, establish businesses and maintain financial solvency.
Increased North County Small Business Development Center’s (SBDC) portfolio by 20%.
Industry Areas:
Blue technology (OceanAero)
Cyber security (NW Tech)
Aerospace (Turbine Aviation)
Energy (Bethel and Powerline Control Systems)
Landscaping (NatureScape)
Appliance purchase, rental and repair (Kemper Appliance)