Brett Dickstein is an experienced professional in management consulting, public policy analysis, and small business development, currently serving as a Small Business Advisor for the Los Angeles Regional SBDC Network, Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce, and The Valley Economic Alliance. Since May 2009, Brett has also been the Managing Partner at Alfabet Soup Consulting, specializing in corporate governance, strategic planning, and impact assessments. Previous roles include consulting for the World Bank Group on innovation and entrepreneurship, as well as leading new product development at iCare Benefits, where an online marketplace and fintech platform were launched. Brett holds a Master of Public Administration from Columbia University and degrees in Political Science and Economics from Emory University, complemented by certifications in mediation and human-centered design.