CONNECT - Key Persons


Alex Waters

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Introducing Our Dynamo Team
  • Director of Economic Development for the Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation
With great passion and aptitude, Alex runs the accelerator program and Business Resource Center. He specializes in connecting startup founders with the resources needed to ensure their business ideas, confidence and investments lead to results.

Danea Ramos

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Introducing Our Dynamo Team
  • Program Manager for the Jacobs Center or Neighborhood Innovation
Danea is experienced in helping startups and small businesses. She has a passion for working with diverse businesses with experience around the world and providing resources to entrepreneurs.

Reginald Jones

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Introducing Our Dynamo Team
  • President and CEO of the Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation
A visionary leader and strong voice for innovative, grassroots change, Reginald works extensively with culturally diverse residents and partner organizations to implement neighborhood revitalization programs in San Diego.

Selena Ellis-Vizcarra

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Introducing Our Dynamo Team
  • Compliance & Project Manager for the Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation
Selena serves as the Compliance & Project Manager for the Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation. She has over 30 years of public, private and startup experience in the areas of corporate development, fundraising project, program and grant management. She's a native San Diegan dedicated to improving economic opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs especially in Promise Zone, Southeast San Diego and the South Bay.