Your Team
Our team covers all aspects of business, from startup to succession. Our combined business experience ranges from graphic design, technology, marketing, business accounting and bookkeeping, retail, operational planning, business systems, finance and community networking.
Our team of advisers are local and have experience with business ownership, bringing you the expertise and resources you need to succeed.
Eric DeLaryDirectorSince his paper route and lawn mowing business at the age of 12, Eric has always loved the idea of being a business owner. After graduating the Community College of Vermont with an Associate of Arts Degree, he went on to pursue a Bachelors in
Kristy AthensAdviserKristy supports her local economy with a business called Genuine Wallowa County. She has an M.S. in Food Systems and Society from Marylhurst University and is the author of Get Your Pitchfork On:
Cindee HendersonAdviserCindee worked for 25 years as a comptroller in the automotive industry before starting her own business in 2014, which she currently owns and operates. Her experiences include marketing, accounting, creating systems as well as various leadership roles.
Jana SimpsonAdviserThere is no doubt about it, starting or expanding a business can be a daunting task. An owner/operator of two successful Baker County businesses since 2003, Jana knows firsthand how important it is to have all the pieces in place.
Richard L. MonacelliAdviserRichard has two BA degrees and an MBA from Western Washington University. As a certified SBDC Adviser he has experience with the SBA and the banking community, business planning, Native American relations and community and economic development.
David AndersonAdviserWith a 20-year track record of successful accomplishment, David began his career in 1998 managing technology projects that were permitted under the endangered species act. His projects successfully enhanced anadromous fish passage through federal dams located along the lower Snake and Columbia River Basins.
Dan SizerAdviserDan keeps coming back to his roots in Baker County. After receiving his BA and honors from Lewis & Clark College, multiple years abroad, and exploring careers ranging from the USFS, to culinary and hospitality work, to teaching, to design and multi-media, Dan returned to
Jeff NelsonAdviserHow do your colleagues describe you? Nothing happens in the business community without Jeff knowing about it. He is the guy to go to when you have an idea for a new business or need help with your existing business. Why do you do what
Lori SchaafsmaAdviserWe all have certain fears associated with owning and operating a business. Having focus and understanding your business finances are critical. Lori helps her clients navigate the process of creating a business plan, with emphasis on maintaining the focus of why you started the business
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