Business For Good San Diego Audience

Nilay Barefield is a Wealth Management Advisor who combines nearly a

decade of financial expertise with a genuine passion for guiding both

individuals and businesses to achieve their financial goals. Her journey

into Finance was inspired by a joy of helping clients understand their

financial future.

Nilay graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Political

Science, focusing on International Security and Conflict. This

background, complemented by an enriching internship with the United

Nations, gave her a unique perspective on complex problem-solving and

global dynamics. These experiences laid the groundwork for her

approach to wealth management: strategic, informed, and client

focused.

What truly fuels Nilay’s work is her love for educating clients and

supporting them. Whether it’s planning for retirement, managing

investments, or achieving personal financial goals, Nilay is dedicated to

guiding her clients every step of the way. She is passionate about

empowering her clients to make informed decisions by breaking down

complex financial concepts into actionable steps.

Her approach is deeply personal. Nilay believes in building strong,

trusting relationships with her clients, celebrating their successes and

achievements. For businesses, this means understanding their specific

goals and challenges and creating strategies that drive growth and

financial stability.

Outside of her professional life, Nilay enjoys exploring the world with a

sense of adventure. She’s traveled to cities like Rio de Janeiro, Seoul,

Istanbul, Tokyo, and Madrid, each destination adding to her cultural

experiences. At home, she loves reading, practicing Pilates, and

spending relaxing days at the beach with her husband and their

Doberman, Theodore.

TPPS is a customizable solution to all of your business’s Human Resources, Staffing, and Compliance needs! We take pride in offering exceptional services in a simplified and easy to manage fashion.

Formed in 2014, TPPS is a Federal and State certified small business enterprise (SBE), women owned small business (WOSB), and a disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE).

Based in San Diego, California our resume includes clients across the Western United States that represent a variety of industries ranging from construction, to healthcare, retail, biotech, and beyond.

Our clients include both the companies that engage us, in addition to the hundreds of employees who make up our temporary workforce - many who convert to full-time employment. We enjoy building partnerships with our clients and being an extension of their team; a trusted resource, an ally to call on whenever needed.

At TPPS we believe in dreaming big, getting it done, and having fun!

Jeff is a master facilitator, recognized leadership consultant, author, speaker, and creator of Jailbreak Leadership, a process that unlocks team performance. As a master facilitator, Jeff possesses the skills, knowledge, and experience in facilitating group collaboration, problem solving, and decision making.

Jeff is the author of two books and a popular keynote speaker. He is the host of the Conscious Curiosity SD Podcast telling the story of San Diego’s most successful purpose-driven CEOs and Founders.

Jeff is a master facilitator, recognized leadership consultant, author, speaker, and creator of Jailbreak Leadership, a process that unlocks team performance. As a master facilitator, Jeff possesses the skills, knowledge, and experience in facilitating group collaboration, problem solving, and decision making.

Jeff is the author of two books and a popular keynote speaker. He is the host of the Conscious Curiosity SD Podcast telling the story of San Diego’s most successful purpose-driven CEOs and Founders.

Registered patent attorney before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and licensed to practice in California.  Working with independent inventors, healthcare and pharmaceutical companies to protect their intellectual property interests in the United States and abroad.  Broad view of intellectual property matters, especially in the healthcare, and pharmaceutical industry.  Combined experience in healthcare, intellectual property, knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and business to effectively assist and counsel clients on various aspects of intellectual property.

Healthcare Executive with a diverse background and extensive experience in healthcare, regulatory and compliance. Expertise includes regulatory, legal and policy analysis, healthcare management clinical and health information technology.  Patent attorney focusing on patent prosecution.  Effective communicator while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve desired results and develop strong business and community partnerships that contribute to organizational objectives.

Registered patent attorney before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and licensed to practice in California.  Working with independent inventors, healthcare and pharmaceutical companies to protect their intellectual property interests in the United States and abroad.  Broad view of intellectual property matters, especially in the healthcare, and pharmaceutical industry.  Combined experience in healthcare, intellectual property, knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and business to effectively assist and counsel clients on various aspects of intellectual property.

Healthcare Executive with a diverse background and extensive experience in healthcare, regulatory and compliance. Expertise includes regulatory, legal and policy analysis, healthcare management clinical and health information technology.  Patent attorney focusing on patent prosecution.  Effective communicator while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve desired results and develop strong business and community partnerships that contribute to organizational objectives.

Registered patent attorney before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and licensed to practice in California.  Working with independent inventors, healthcare and pharmaceutical companies to protect their intellectual property interests in the United States and abroad.  Broad view of intellectual property matters, especially in the healthcare, and pharmaceutical industry.  Combined experience in healthcare, intellectual property, knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and business to effectively assist and counsel clients on various aspects of intellectual property.

Healthcare Executive with a diverse background and extensive experience in healthcare, regulatory and compliance. Expertise includes regulatory, legal and policy analysis, healthcare management clinical and health information technology.  Patent attorney focusing on patent prosecution.  Effective communicator while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve desired results and develop strong business and community partnerships that contribute to organizational objectives.

Registered patent attorney before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and licensed to practice in California.  Working with independent inventors, healthcare and pharmaceutical companies to protect their intellectual property interests in the United States and abroad.  Broad view of intellectual property matters, especially in the healthcare, and pharmaceutical industry.  Combined experience in healthcare, intellectual property, knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and business to effectively assist and counsel clients on various aspects of intellectual property.

Healthcare Executive with a diverse background and extensive experience in healthcare, regulatory and compliance. Expertise includes regulatory, legal and policy analysis, healthcare management clinical and health information technology.  Patent attorney focusing on patent prosecution.  Effective communicator while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve desired results and develop strong business and community partnerships that contribute to organizational objectives.

Registered patent attorney before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and licensed to practice in California.  Working with independent inventors, healthcare and pharmaceutical companies to protect their intellectual property interests in the United States and abroad.  Broad view of intellectual property matters, especially in the healthcare, and pharmaceutical industry.  Combined experience in healthcare, intellectual property, knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and business to effectively assist and counsel clients on various aspects of intellectual property.

Healthcare Executive with a diverse background and extensive experience in healthcare, regulatory and compliance. Expertise includes regulatory, legal and policy analysis, healthcare management clinical and health information technology.  Patent attorney focusing on patent prosecution.  Effective communicator while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve desired results and develop strong business and community partnerships that contribute to organizational objectives.

Registered patent attorney before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, and licensed to practice in California.  Working with independent inventors, healthcare and pharmaceutical companies to protect their intellectual property interests in the United States and abroad.  Broad view of intellectual property matters, especially in the healthcare, and pharmaceutical industry.  Combined experience in healthcare, intellectual property, knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and business to effectively assist and counsel clients on various aspects of intellectual property.

Healthcare Executive with a diverse background and extensive experience in healthcare, regulatory and compliance. Expertise includes regulatory, legal and policy analysis, healthcare management clinical and health information technology.  Patent attorney focusing on patent prosecution.  Effective communicator while working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve desired results and develop strong business and community partnerships that contribute to organizational objectives.

Landscape Designer, Educator, Artist, Certified Arborist.

I'm passionate about nature connection, art, community building, and environmental & social justice. In my free time I enjoy creating, cooking, learning, hiking, and adventuring with my 2 pups and husband.

Landscape Designer, Educator, Artist, Certified Arborist.

I'm passionate about nature connection, art, community building, and environmental & social justice. In my free time I enjoy creating, cooking, learning, hiking, and adventuring with my 2 pups and husband.

KDRO Consulting provides fractional CMO services, marketing and sales consulting and coaching. Our mission is to help elevate social impact businesses, ecoprenuers, green tech and clean tech companies with world class marketing and sales strategy. By helping businesses focused on making the world a better place,  we contribute to a better world too!  

KDRO Consulting was founded by Kevin Drolet. Kevin has over 20 years in sales, marketing and communications experience and leadership. His passion is to connect great people with great people. His purpose is to help people, organizations and companies go from good too great.  

We are thrilled to be part of the amazing Business for Good Network and enthusiastically work to amplify its voice and mission. Companies and organizations on a mission to do good joining together like BFG have a greater impact in our local community and beyond. 

Hi, I’m Chip! I am a passionate real estate and business professional with over a decade of experience dedicated to building stronger, more connected, and resilient communities and businesses. 

At the heart of what I do, I am a community builder, committed to honoring the unique culture of each neighborhood and creating environments where both people and businesses can thrive.

My work focuses on transforming spaces into places that foster meaningful connections, understanding the wants, needs, and constraints of the communities and businesses I serve. By identifying what's missing, I help create opportunities for growth, collaboration, and success, ensuring that neighborhoods and businesses flourish while staying true to their unique identities.

I am a passionate problem solver with cultivated communication skills. I look out into the world and determine where connections can be made and how people and systems can become stronger and more efficient. I am a community builder and education advocate. I have been working to provide underserved youth with support and resources by partnering with local and global NGOs to create holistic educational programs. I have developed social entrepreneurship, health and wellness, and life skills programs designed to empower young people. I offer support to the community as I formalize holistic and integrated experiences into educational opportunities.

With over two decades of experience at Edward Jones, I bring a deep industry knowledge and a genuine passion for helping clients reach their financial goals. As a financial advisor at the Kensington branch in San Diego, I partner with individuals and families to create personalized, goals-based strategies designed to build and preserve wealth over time. I guide clients through charitable giving, asset consolidation and intergenerational planning to help ensure a lasting legacy.

I believe that financial advice should be both thoughtful and creative. I take the time to understand what matters most to each client—whether it’s planning for retirement, funding education or giving back to the community—and craft tailored solutions to support their vision for the future. I know that being able to speak with someone you trust during life’s most vulnerable moments is invaluable. Using an established process, I listen deeply to what’s important to my clients, work closely with their CPA, attorney and other professionals, and help them stay on track toward their goals.

In addition to my work in financial services, I am a multidisciplinary artist and expressive arts practitioner with 17 years of experience leading women’s individual sessions and expressive arts groups. I am also a member of a playback theatre troupe, an improvisational theatre form that allows communities to share real-life stories and have them enacted on the spot through acting, music and art.

For me, it’s not just about the numbers; it’s about building lasting relationships, walking alongside my clients through all stages of life and empowering them to make confident financial decisions. When I'm not helping clients plan for their futures, I enjoy painting, exploring nature and staying active in the San Diego community.

Dr. Cindy J Lin is the CEO & Cofounder of Hey Social Good, a social impact tech company working to revolutionize social good data for people, planet, and profit. Dr. Lin is an environmental and data scientist, ecologist, and national expert on pollution’s negative impacts on water, habitat and human health. She previously worked at the US EPA, where she designed national standards, conducted cutting edge research, and implemented protection and sustainability policies to meet global and national environmental standards.  She was the US Regional Expert on Clean Water, US EPA's Top Science Policy Advisor on US Climate Change National Work Group and US-China Team, and US Embassy Water Advisor. She received her Doctorate in Environmental Science & Engineering, MS in Environmental Chemistry, and BS in Biology, all from UCLA.

Hey Social Good is a social impact data analytics company that Assess-Guide-Verify businesses and brands for their sustainable, giveback, and socially responsible practices. Hey Social Good is building the most credible sustainability and ESG Plus data platform to help businesses reduce risk and capitalize on social good benefits with the best access to environmental and social data and insights. Hey Social Good developed a domain knowledge targeted curation and assessment engine to surface key sustainable and social good insights for businesses who must have clarity and transparency of their own operations and supply chain. 

The Hey Social Good Assessment (SGA) Tool translates environmental and social data, applies a 500+ points data model to assess a company's impact, match-link to UNSDGs, and offers credible data-driven assessments of a company’s socially responsible practices. HSG awards medal rankings to confirmed sustainable and ethical companies and offers verification services.

Dr. Cindy J Lin is the CEO & Cofounder of Hey Social Good, a social impact tech company working to revolutionize social good data for people, planet, and profit. Dr. Lin is an environmental and data scientist, ecologist, and national expert on pollution’s negative impacts on water, habitat and human health. She previously worked at the US EPA, where she designed national standards, conducted cutting edge research, and implemented protection and sustainability policies to meet global and national environmental standards.  She was the US Regional Expert on Clean Water, US EPA's Top Science Policy Advisor on US Climate Change National Work Group and US-China Team, and US Embassy Water Advisor. She received her Doctorate in Environmental Science & Engineering, MS in Environmental Chemistry, and BS in Biology, all from UCLA.

Hey Social Good is a social impact data analytics company that Assess-Guide-Verify businesses and brands for their sustainable, giveback, and socially responsible practices. Hey Social Good is building the most credible sustainability and ESG Plus data platform to help businesses reduce risk and capitalize on social good benefits with the best access to environmental and social data and insights. Hey Social Good developed a domain knowledge targeted curation and assessment engine to surface key sustainable and social good insights for businesses who must have clarity and transparency of their own operations and supply chain. 

The Hey Social Good Assessment (SGA) Tool translates environmental and social data, applies a 500+ points data model to assess a company's impact, match-link to UNSDGs, and offers credible data-driven assessments of a company’s socially responsible practices. HSG awards medal rankings to confirmed sustainable and ethical companies and offers verification services.

CPA | Conscious CEO | Zero Waste Advocate | Yogi 

Kelly O’Hara is a CPA, Conscious CEO & Founder of UPLIFT Accounting, a San Diego based firm that helps purpose-driven business owners align their finances with their purpose through a holistic framework focused on: People, Planet, and Profit.

UPLIFT Accounting provides bookkeeping, contract CFO services, operations strategy, planning & support to help small businesses thrive. With more than 12 years experience as a CPA and running multimillion dollar companies, Kelly has found her sweet spot in educating small business owners on how simple, fun, and fulfilling it can be to implement a For Good business model that is financially prosperous and supports the causes that they are passionate about. 

The mission of UPLIFT Accounting is to elevate the consciousness of businesses and help them create greater positive impact by incorporating mindful resource consumption, regenerative systems, and conscious leadership practices to grow profitable businesses that benefit all stakeholders and the planet. 

UPLIFT Accounting donates three percent of their top line revenue each quarter to support people, planet, financial literacy, and the stakeholder capitalism movement. This includes donations to fight racism and white supremacy in the United States, end poverty in the poorest areas of the world, and reduce carbon emissions and plastic pollution. UPLIFT Accounting is Offset Alliance certified and is a member of 1% for the Planet, Leaders 20/20, and Business for Good San Diego.

CPA | Conscious CEO | Zero Waste Advocate | Yogi 

Kelly O’Hara is a CPA, Conscious CEO & Founder of UPLIFT Accounting, a San Diego based firm that helps purpose-driven business owners align their finances with their purpose through a holistic framework focused on: People, Planet, and Profit.

UPLIFT Accounting provides bookkeeping, contract CFO services, operations strategy, planning & support to help small businesses thrive. With more than 12 years experience as a CPA and running multimillion dollar companies, Kelly has found her sweet spot in educating small business owners on how simple, fun, and fulfilling it can be to implement a For Good business model that is financially prosperous and supports the causes that they are passionate about. 

The mission of UPLIFT Accounting is to elevate the consciousness of businesses and help them create greater positive impact by incorporating mindful resource consumption, regenerative systems, and conscious leadership practices to grow profitable businesses that benefit all stakeholders and the planet. 

UPLIFT Accounting donates three percent of their top line revenue each quarter to support people, planet, financial literacy, and the stakeholder capitalism movement. This includes donations to fight racism and white supremacy in the United States, end poverty in the poorest areas of the world, and reduce carbon emissions and plastic pollution. UPLIFT Accounting is Offset Alliance certified and is a member of 1% for the Planet, Leaders 20/20, and Business for Good San Diego.

CPA | Conscious CEO | Zero Waste Advocate | Yogi 

Kelly O’Hara is a CPA, Conscious CEO & Founder of UPLIFT Accounting, a San Diego based firm that helps purpose-driven business owners align their finances with their purpose through a holistic framework focused on: People, Planet, and Profit.

UPLIFT Accounting provides bookkeeping, contract CFO services, operations strategy, planning & support to help small businesses thrive. With more than 12 years experience as a CPA and running multimillion dollar companies, Kelly has found her sweet spot in educating small business owners on how simple, fun, and fulfilling it can be to implement a For Good business model that is financially prosperous and supports the causes that they are passionate about. 

The mission of UPLIFT Accounting is to elevate the consciousness of businesses and help them create greater positive impact by incorporating mindful resource consumption, regenerative systems, and conscious leadership practices to grow profitable businesses that benefit all stakeholders and the planet. 

UPLIFT Accounting donates three percent of their top line revenue each quarter to support people, planet, financial literacy, and the stakeholder capitalism movement. This includes donations to fight racism and white supremacy in the United States, end poverty in the poorest areas of the world, and reduce carbon emissions and plastic pollution. UPLIFT Accounting is Offset Alliance certified and is a member of 1% for the Planet, Leaders 20/20, and Business for Good San Diego.

Melanie Proshchenko helps leaders and teams work better together. With over 20 years of experience across industries, she specializes in building high-trust, high-accountability teams that get results. She’s a seasoned coach, facilitator, and consultant with deep expertise in change, collaboration, and leadership development. Melanie holds a Master’s in Human and Organizational Development and multiple coaching certifications. Based in San Diego, she balances client work with raising two teenage boys—and never turns down a good burrito.

Emily Renda & Associates helps entrepreneurs and small business owners establish systems and optimize their processes so they can grow their business more sustainably. We do this work through a supportive and intuitive approach to operations that empowers them to create meaningful change in the world.

CAL NOTARY SERVICE - Mobile Notary Public in business since 2005! We have an office downtown Chula Vista for all your notary needs. 

Sara Schairer is the founder and executive director of Compassion It®, a nonprofit organization and global social movement whose mission is to inspire daily compassionate actions and attitudes.

A senior facilitator of the Compassion Cultivation Training® (CCT) course developed at Stanford University, Sara has spent nearly 10 years leading trainings globally for audiences of all walks of life, from big tech leaders to inmates.

Sara is the author of A Case for Compassion (expected publication winter 2023), contributing author to the book The Neuroscience of Learning and Development: Enhancing Creativity, Compassion, Critical Thinking and Peace in Education, and writes for Deepak Chopra’s Center for Wellbeing website.

Sara gives talks and leads experiential workshops on everyday compassion, self-compassion, burnout prevention, and mindfulness. She also created the one-of-a-kind reversible Compassion It wristband that prompts compassionate actions on six continents, 50+ countries and all 50 states.

Providing third-party climate impact measurement and mitigation for small businesses in North America. Certified B Corp.

Providing third-party climate impact measurement and mitigation for small businesses in North America. Certified B Corp.

Providing third-party climate impact measurement and mitigation for small businesses in North America. Certified B Corp.

I bring order and harmony to the chaos of a small business. I love helping people be more efficient and organized, and I highly value time and energy. I work with executives and technical founders to help declutter, prioritize, and achieve their goals. Think of me as your accountability partner to provide clarity and focus. My experience as a generalist covers many broad areas of business – when you need technical specialists, I have a vetted network of trusted referrals. 

It can feel isolating at times being a founder or leader; I offer support as a neutral sounding-board to flesh out ideas and solve problems. Clients have provided feedback that they feel motivated and energized working with me and having a trusted confidant instills confidence in their decisions. Business partners have described me as versatile, spontaneous, optimistic, playful and practical. I love connecting with people and working with small businesses, technical founders, intrapreneurs, and founders. I’m always happy to help people however works best. I will meet you where you’re at.

A little bit more about me: I grew up in rural Missouri and am fortunate to call San Diego home. I love dogs and I foster them through The Animal Pad (where I adopted my pup, Roxy) -- my goal is to have a space and yard to foster rescue pups. Also, comedy – who doesn’t love to laugh! I did improv for about three years and want to get into sketch comedy someday! Travel and food are also near and dear to my heart (and stomach), but I am just as happy staying home with a pepperoni pizza.