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Microsoft Word and Excel certification in August 2008. She is currently enrolled in Santa Ana College and is pursuing her Associates Degree. Director of Finance, Nancy Loughrey (.10) Nancy has been a Certified Public Accountant for 24 years, and has had an extensive experience with small businesses, especially concentrating on nonprofits and computer software companies. She holds a B.S and an M.B.A. in Finance. In addition to responsibility for all accounting functions, Nancy is responsible for business systems and property maintenance. Alumni Services Coordinator, David Saldana (.20) David provides comprehensive follow-up services to recent graduates and active alumni and oversees student participation in Taller San Jose's Individual Development Account (IDA). He received his BA in Psychology from California State University Long Beach. Before joining Taller San Jose, David spent 4 years as a house manager for a juvenile boy's group home and is currently a Mentor for OC Wraparound services. Employment Services Coordinator, Meghan Medlin (.20) Meghan recruits and develops relationships with employers in the construction, business services, and healthcare industries throughout Orange County. She is responsible for maintaining a current knowledge of the local labor market and employer needs and provides on- going coaching to students in order to help them transition into employment successfully. She received her BS in Chemistry from the University of Redlands. Meghan has a very strong sales background. Before coming to Taller San Jose, she worked for a premier local staffing agency for 3 years and currently mentors children of prisoners through the On -Track Mentoring Program. OCA Program Instructor, Jackie Stroebel (.25) As the lead instructor for the Office Careers Academy, Jackie trains and prepares interns for MOS Word and Excel certification as well as PowerPoint and Outlook proficiency. She is responsible for developing and implementing the program's curriculum. Hard skill training includes: grammar, writing, development of memos, business letters, cover letters and resumes. Soft skill training includes: professionalism, interviewing skills, conflict resolution, public speaking, team building, customer service and goal setting. Before coming to Taller San Jose, Jackie worked as the Operations Trainer for Etoys.com Distribution Center and has over 6 years of teaching experience. She has completed various seminars and workshops on Leadership, Time Management, Professional Development and Team Building. She received her BS from Cal State University, San Bernardino in Business Administration with a concentration in Management Information Systems. Program Manager, Michele Preston, (.30) Michele received her B.A. from California State University, Fullerton in Political Science. She has over ten years experience in the Non -Profit Sector in both program and administrative capacities. Michele has been on staff at Taller San Jose since November 2006 and continues to focus on enhancing the Office Careers Academy program. Preston establishes and monitors outcomes for recruitment, retention, program completion and job placement for the Office Careers Academy. Michele also actively participates in the interviewing and assessment process for all incoming students. Michele is responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with employers, community agencies and other resources including contractual agreements with EXHIBIT A sponsored by the Sirteri of Sa. Jorepb of Ore