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
Entrepreneur Experience Manager
She/Her
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Alfredo Mathew III
Co-Founder and Board Member
he/him
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Arrielle Polk
Operations Specialist
she/her
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Ben Wanzo
Co-Founder and Board Member
he/him
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Ashley Moreland-Mizzi
Head of Business Services & Fund
she/her
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Daniel Medina
Investment Fund Manager
he/him
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Dax Moreno
Head of Business Development & Operations
he/him
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Esther Santamaria
Operations Manager
she/her
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Lorena Borrayo
Business Services 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
Fund Operations Manager
she/her
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Victor Pacheco
Performance Analytics & Reporting Manager
he/him
Advisory Board
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Alberto Torrico
Government Affairs - Government Relations - Lobbyist
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Jan Owen
Board Member - Senior Advisor - Government Affairs
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Steve Carnevale
Executive Chairman - Managing Partner
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Thurman White
Board Member - Advisor - Angel Investor - Former CEO and Board member