The Infrastructure
Builders
ESO—an acronym for Entrepreneurial Support Organization and a nod to our birthplace (East Side Oakland). Our team members leverage their diverse skills and strengths to ensure every entrepreneur in our ecosystem receives well-rounded, practical and strategic support. From seasoned marketing strategists to financial wizards, every member of ESO is committed to your business expansion and holistic, professional growth.
Our Team
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Akintunde Ahmad
Marketing & Communications Senior Manager
he/him
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Alejandra Magaña Gamero
Manager of Entrepreneur Journey and Experience
She/Her
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Arrielle Polk
Operations Specialist
she/her
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Ashley Moreland-Mizzi
Vice President of Product Innovation and Capital Strategy
she/her
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Daniel Medina
Capital Access and Fund Portfolio Manager
he/him
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Esther Santamaria
Senior Manager Operations and Enablement
she/her
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Lorena Borrayo
Senior Entrepreneur Support Specialist
she/her
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Marion Araque
Project Delivery & Integration Senior Manager
she/her
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Martha Hernandez
Co-Founder and CEO
she/her
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Nia Mullen
Manager of Fund Operations and Continuous Improvement
she/her
Advisory Board
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Alberto Torrico
Government Affairs - Government Relations - Lobbyist
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Alexis Dishman
Chief Lending Officer, Community Reinvestment Fund (CRF)
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Alfredo Mathew III
Co-Founder and Board Member
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Ashley Moreland-Mizzi
Vice President of Product Innovation and Capital Strategy
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Ben Wanzo
Co-Founder and Board Member
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Jan Owen
Board Member - Senior Advisor - Government Affairs
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Jeanette Quick
Attorney & Policy Leader
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Martha Hernández
CEO & Co-Founder, ESO Ventures
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Steve Carnevale
Executive Chairman - Managing Partner
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Steven Hammersly
CFO, ESO Ventures
