Before: A native of Lompoc, Jeffrey L. Brewton served in the Navy, then worked as an aircraft mechanic until an on-the-job injury ended that career. Through the California Department of Rehabilitation, Brewton retrained as a gunsmith at Lassen Community College. … Continue reading →

Before: After attending culinary school and working extensively in the restaurant industry, Brian Fry came to the Ventura College SBDC with a dream to open a “modern breakfast and lunch restaurant” serving hip, healthy, innovative food. Knowing the importance of … Continue reading →

Before: Kristen Gunn has been involved in the arts since age 2. As a teacher in San Bernardino, she worked with a program The Music Center in Los Angeles created to bring musicians, dancers and artists into schools. Eventually, she … Continue reading →