Benson T. has experience working as a Senior Analyst at the San Francisco Office of Economic and Workforce Development. Currently, Benson is the Co-Founder of OffChain San Francisco, a global networking community for blockchain and crypto enthusiasts. In the past, Benson has worked as a Consultant at Nu Level Equity, Marketing and Operations Consultant at Optima Investment Management, Chief Operations Officer at Leaders Forum US, Executive Director at Bay Area Democrats, Marketing Director at Nu Level Realty, Inc., Manuscript Editor at Jody Hayes LLC, Deputy Policy Director for David Chiu for Assembly 2014/Re-elect Supervisor Chiu 2012/Chiu for DCCC 2012, and Lead Policy Coordinator for David Chiu for Mayor 2011.
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SF Office of Economic & Workforce Development
OEWD’s programs are responsible for strengthening San Francisco’s many diverse neighborhoods and commercial corridors, creating a business climate where companies can grow and prosper, and ensuring a continually high quality of life for all San Franciscans. By providing one point of contact for a variety of essential City programs and services, OEWD’s goal is to ensure that San Francisco will always be what it is today: one of the best places on the planet to live, work, and play. Business Attraction and Retention: Attracting and retaining businesses, with an emphasis on key industry clusters. Small Business Assistance: One-stop resource center providing information and resources for start-ups and expanding small businesses Workforce Development: Overall strategic coordination for the City’s workforce system, including implementing job training programs aimed at providing residents (particularly those with multiple barriers to employment) with access to today’s jobs. Joint Development: Managing major public-private development projects to maximize long-term public benefits, including affordable housing, jobs and economic development, and open space. Neighborhood Development: Facilitating the revitalization of commercial corridors in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods and creating Community Benefit Districts (CBD) throughout the City. Filming and Production: Promoting San Francisco as a film destination to filmmakers and spurring additional City revenue and jobs by attracting and facilitating film productions. International Trade and Commerce: Increasing international business opportunities in the City, fostering San Francisco’s award-winning Sister City program and attracting and expanding international airlines in partnership with San Francisco International Airport