Meet our team

Certified advisors and staff who work one-on-one with Miami Valley business owners, at no cost.

Our staff

Emerald Sparks

Advisor
- Bookkeeping
- Small business taxes
- Online sales
Emerald brings over 10 years of experience in financial services, specializing in bookkeeping, taxes for small businesses, and online sales. She is deeply passionate about helping small business owners build sustainable profits and achieve success with their startups.
Juan Rodriguez

Program Coordinator
- First point of contact
- Scheduling
Juan is our Program Coordinator and the first point of contact for our clients. With exceptional customer service skills, he is dedicated to ensuring that small business owners in our region receive the support they need to succeed.

jrodriguez@ecinnovates.com
Kim Klopfenstein

Director
- Startups
- Budgeting
- Strategic planning
- Human resources
Kim is the Director of the Miami Valley SBDC and an Air Force veteran who has been with the SBDC family since 2007. She is passionate about working with start-up businesses to ensure they are on the right path. Kim's expertise includes budgeting, strategic planning, and human resources, making her a valuable asset to entrepreneurs seeking guidance and support.
Lisa Crum

Advisor
- Food businesses
- Startups
- Financing
Lisa specializes in supporting food entrepreneurs across our region. With 20 years of experience running her own bakery and advising businesses after selling it, Lisa brings a wealth of practical knowledge to the table. She focuses on helping entrepreneurs build a strong foundation to set them up for long-term success, and she also has expertise in business financing.
Rachel DeWitt

Advisor
- Marketing
- Websites
- Social media
Rachel is a highly skilled advisor with the Miami Valley SBDC, specializing in marketing, website development, and social media. She is passionate about the empowering nature of entrepreneurship and takes pride in helping people achieve their dreams.
Tosin Osunbunmi

Advisor
- Human resources
- Hiring
- Community outreach
Tosin is an HR expert, helping with challenges businesses face as they grow and hire employees. She also spearheads our outreach to the Dayton community. She is passionate about helping small businesses launch, sustain, and grow into profitable and successful ventures.