DELAWARE SBDC - Key Persons
Audrey has dedicated more than 14 years of service helping hundreds of individuals fulfill their passion to be able to start their "dream" business. Her services have been successfully performed through Delaware State University's Delaware Center for Enterprise Development (DCED), the City of Wilmington's Economic Development Office,and community centers.Audrey has received many awards among them is her recent SBA 2016 Small Business Champion Award.
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- Business Advisor - Marketing & Communications
Assessing and working to improve the online and social presence of both clients and the Delaware SBDC itself, Caroline focuses on social media, website design/function, sales tactics, and content development, with advice founded on industry experience and data-driven strategy. Educating businesses on the cutting-edge digital platforms, tactics, and technologies in the market is exciting, but she is also happy to help with the basics for those just branching into the marketing and communications world.
Her passion for equity, relationship building, accessibility, and creativity drive her to continuously seek knowledge that can be shared with others in the Delaware business ecosystem.
Caroline holds a B.S.in Biology and Psychology from Loyola University Maryland and is a musician and singer/songwriter, performing live for venues and events around the area since 2016.
Dana has been with the Delaware PTAC since 2009. Prior to joining the organization, Dana worked for more than 10 years as a computer programmer and systems analyst. She specializes in the SAM (System Award Management) Government Registration and holds a bachelor's degree in computer information systems.
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- SBDC Georgetown Satellite Center Director
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- SBDC Associate State Director
Denita is responsible for the operations of the Northern and Central Delaware offices and the Lead Center. Denita has been with DSBDC since 2016. Denita brings over 20 years of experience as a business and economic development executive to the SBDC. She previously worked as a business development consultant lending her expertise in strategic planning and management to corporations, government agencies, small businesses and nonprofits. Most recently, Denita served the Office of the Mayor of the City of Wilmington as the Director of Small Business Development. She received her B.S. in Economics from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania and her MBA from Villanova University. She is also a credentialed Economic Development Finance Professional (Lending & Regulatory Specialist) from the National Development Council.
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- Administrative Assistant
- Administrative Assistant II
Gabrielle is the Administrative Assistant II for the SBDC Georgetown office. Gabrielle has over 25 years experience. Previously, she served as an Executive Assistant for a top five accounting and consulting firm and worked with several members of the team by providing administrative support. Her role included: preparing proposals and engagement letters; preparing and producing consultant reports; maintaining the client database; managing multiple projects simultaneously; and supporting business development teams by managing logistics for trade shows and marketing events. At SBDC, Gabrielle works closely with the Center Director and other Business Advisors by handling various responsibilities including: organizational planning; client communications; assisting with events; and client data management systems. With her strong organizational skills, Client Relationship Management expertise, and a positive can-do attitude, her focus is on providing exceptional service to the client.
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- Digital Solutions Manager
A University of Delaware graduate of the Lerner College of Business and Economics, Jacob received his BS (2016) as dual major in Finance and Management Information Systems As well as his MBA (2020). Returning to Delaware after serving as a Digital Forensic Investigator in the Manhattan, NYC office of Stroz Friedberg an AON Company, a global risk management firm specializing in cybersecurity, investigation, eDiscovery, intellectual property and due diligence. Jacob is skilled in a range of software and hardware platforms and the measures in which to secure them. With expertise in cybersecurity, database management, digital marketing and finance, Jacob is passionate about technology, gathering market information, and applying data to drive sales and decrease costs. Launching and incorporating his own business while a sophomore at UD, Jacob expanded his food truck business by integrating custom inventory tracking software and implementing a new point of sale system. Proudly labeled "The Tech Guy," Jacob is always looking to discuss the latest and greatest technology-computers, phones, or gadgets.
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- New Castle County Business Advisor
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- Sussex County Business Advisor
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- Director of the Delaware PTAC at the University
- PTAC Program Director
Walt is the Director of the Delaware PTAC at the University of Delaware. Walt joined PTAC in 2018. Prior to joining PTAC, Walt was owner and principal consultant/trainer of a VOSB, Contract Management Consultant (CMC). Walt spent 40 years in Federal government acquisition and contracting as a contract specialist/contracting officer in DoD and other Federal agencies. Walt retired as a Navy Supply Corps Commander after 32 years of service as a contracting and logistics officer. Walt has also worked in academia as a certified comprehensive science teacher in NJ public schools, an assistant professor at Nyack University, and a Project Officer on a TITLE II Science-Technology-Mathematics grant at Rowan University. Walt is certified CPCM, DAWIA Level III Contracting, and VA Verification Assistance Counselor.