Jon Michael

Jon-Michael is a highly accomplished and energetic team leader with vast experience in developing and managing relationships, programs, projects, and events. He has an extensive background in building awareness in the community and is skilled in instilling trust, confidence, and professionalism with clients, partner organizations, and community stakeholders. Jon-Michael has studied Business, Marketing, and Agriculture from the University of Missouri-Columbia and Business, Marketing from San Diego State University. He completed his High School Diploma from Homestead High School and pursued Masters of Business Administration and Master of Science (MS), Finance from Pacific University.

Throughout his career, Jon-Michael has worked with numerous organizations, including the State of Oregon as Program Analyst, Portland Community College as a Business Instructor, Foothill Community College as Student Outreach & CTE Transitions Supervisor, Beaverton Chamber Of Commerce as Director of Business Support & Development, Young Entrepreneurs Academy as Instructor/Mentor, and many others. Additionally, he has worked as a Bicycle Mechanic at Bike N Hike, Sales and Marketing Director at Twirl Me Web Design, and National Sales Manager at Indigenous Designs. He has a proven track record in community building and engagement, entrepreneurship, and marketing.