My name is Dereck Barrett. Until recently my wife and I owned 2 physical therapy clinics here in Reno. I have recently sold the majority interest in our practice and am transitioning out of my role as CEO. I have also worked as a commercial real estate broker for over 5yrs here in Reno. I
Miriam Yamileth Perez Aguilar is a dedicated professional with a Bachelor of Science in International Trade, specializing in Quality Systems, from a Mexican university. She also holds a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas. With extensive experience in business administration across various industries –
Ethan Clift is an entrepreneur and creative leader passionate about combining design, innovation, and strategy to drive meaningful change. As the founder of multiple ventures, including Grim Digital, Tonic Audio, and Girl Empire, he has launched and scaled businesses that foster connection and impact. His work in branding and storytelling has contributed to award-winning initiatives, including
Griffin Hadlock is BEP’s new Air Quality Specialist providing statewide assistance to Nevada’s businesses for air quality permitting and compliance issues and questions. Griffin was born and raised in Reno, Nevada, and has a passion for exploring Nevada’s wild lands. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Ecohydrology from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Kat is our new Hazardous Waste and Pollution Prevention Specialist providing statewide assistance to Nevada businesses on hazardous waste regulatory compliance, pollution prevention strategies, and other sustainability initiatives. Kat holds a Master’s Degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Montana in Missoula. She has prior regulatory enforcement experience from a variety of governmental agencies
Madison, Statewide Operations Coordinator, has been with the Nevada SBDC since 2016 as an administrative intern and transitioned to a full-time role post-graduation. She graduated summa cum laude as the College of Liberal Arts Senior Scholar in 2022 with a Bachelor of Liberal Arts degree in History from the University of Nevada, Reno. As a
Winnie has been with the Nevada SBDC since 1991. She works in Reno at the University of Nevada, Reno location. Ms. Dowling has an MBA and an undergraduate degree in Computer Information Systems. Ms. Dowling has specific experience with proposal development, financial analysis, budgeting, human resources, grant writing, project management, and operation management. She has
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Rod is the Senior Business Development Advisor for the Nevada Small Business Development Center (Nevada SBDC), located in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno. Rod has been the Senior Business Development Advisor since he arrived to Reno in the fall of 1990. As such, he provides oversight with counseling efforts statewide,