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In this episode, we’re joined by Pamela Deans, Executive Director of the Microenterprise Collaborative of Inland Southern California, whose leadership is transforming the small business landscape across Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, and Los Angeles counties. Since 2022, Pamela has been connecting entrepreneurs with essential resources, training, and capital—fostering economic growth and resilient communities through the power of collaboration.
From launching initiatives that empower women in entrepreneurship and the trades, to securing major grants and building a strong network of partners, Pamela’s innovative approach is creating lasting impact. With a career spanning workforce development, vocational training, and even the travel industry, she brings a unique entrepreneurial spirit and a deep commitment to inclusive economic opportunity.
Her work has been recognized with the 2025 Woman of Achievement Award from Senator Eloise Reyes and the 2024 CAMEO Entrepreneur Ecosystem Connector Award—a testament to her dedication to empowering people and strengthening communities.
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