Credentials & Recognition
24+ years building businesses, breaking barriers, and creating impact
Goldman Sachs 10KSB graduate, 8(a) certified federal contractor, bilingual entrepreneur, and recognized industry leader.
Current Certifications & Licenses
Professional certifications that demonstrate expertise and commitment to excellence
SBA 8(a) Certified Federal Contractor
NAICS Codes: 561611, 621999
Valid through August 2026
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Graduate
Elite entrepreneurship program
Babson College Certificate of Entrepreneurship
2024 • Cohort 20/21
GLP-1 Weight Management Certified
Semaglutide/Tirzepatide
NP Aesthetics • June 2023
Licensed Private Investigator
State of Arizona
DOT Certified Collector
Drug & Alcohol Testing
DOT Train the Trainer
DOT Collections Certification
NAPBS Certified
National Association of Professional Background Screeners
Ordained Minister
State of Arizona
Licensed to perform wedding ceremonies
Currently In Progress
Continuously expanding expertise through ongoing education and certifications
Functional Medicine Coaching Program
Arizona Property & Casualty Insurance License
Professional Programs Completed
Continuous learning and development journey
- 2024
Babson College Entrepreneurship Certificate
Goldman Sachs 10KSB - Cohort 20/21
- 2018
Pinnacle Global Network
Allison Maslan Program
- 2017
SBA Emerging Leaders Initiative
Graduate
- 2017
SBA FedMap 7(j) Program
Participant
- 2016
ADOT Business Development Program
Graduate
- Ongoing
EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System)
Basecamp Trained
Leadership Positions
Serving the business community through advocacy and mentorship
WBEC-West Forum Chair
2015-2018
Women's Business Enterprise Council
Led regional forum initiatives connecting women business owners with corporate opportunities
NEMTAC Advisory Board
2019-2020
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Accreditation Commission
Provided strategic guidance on industry standards and accreditation processes
Awards & Recognition
Honored to be recognized for making an impact in business and community
- Award
WBEC-West Advocate of the Year
2016
- Press
Phoenix Magazine - Leaders to Watch
Featured
- Press
Phoenix Business Journal
Multiple Features
- Award
ADOT Business Development Award
2016
- Press
Women-Owned Business Recognition
2022
- Award
Small Business Awards Finalist
Workplace Wellness
2021
- Spotlight
WBEC-West Supplier Diversity Spotlight
2019
Podcast Appearances
Sharing insights on entrepreneurship, compliance, and business growth
Business RadioX - Women in Motion
Avoiding Hiring Pitfalls: The Critical Role of Background Screening
with Lee Kantor
Pre-employment screeningBackground check evolutionRegulatory compliance
Business RadioX
WBE Feature - Women's Month & Stress Awareness
with Business RadioX Team
Managing stressRunning multiple businessesWomen in business
Languages
English
Native/Bilingual
Spanish
Native/Bilingual
My Companies
Building businesses that make a difference
Vertical Identity
Background Screening & DOT Compliance. Since 2015
Easy Trim
Weight Loss Services. Founded 2023
Real Estate Investments
Building wealth through strategic property investments
Alaska Real Estate
Purchased and successfully flipped 2 properties
Alaska. 2024
Past Certifications
Previously held certifications — transitioned due to business model evolution
WBENC/WBE Certified (2015-discontinued)
DBE Certified - AZ, TX, NV, CA
MBE Certified - NMSDC
Entrepreneurs Organization (EO) - Arizona Chapter
Let's Connect
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