SoBRODirector of Entrepreneurial Development Program
Dec. 2007 - Dec. 2013Bronx, NYEffectively manage the Entrepreneurial Development Program (EDP), which includes business training and development. Provide assistance to client base of entrepreneurs, one-on-one counseling and technical assistance to selected EDP clients, which includes developing business action plans, assist in writing of business plans, conduct needs assessment and referrals to entrepreneurs for the provision of vocational, educational and social services. Identify appropriate source of funding, work with clients to develop financing plan and necessary financial documents. Build new partnerships with other agencies and maintain existing network of programs supporters including local community organizations, banks, and clients. Represent organization and market services in policy forums, conferences, and business networking.