SF Office of Economic & Workforce Development
Francis Christian Chan is an experienced professional with a diverse background in program management, community affairs, and mental health. Currently serving at the SF Office of Economic & Workforce Development since December 2021, Francis previously held the position of Senior Program Manager in the same office from January 2013 to June 2021. Francis also worked as the Director of Community Affairs at the San Francisco District Attorney's Office from June 2021 to December 2021. As a business owner of Cycers Consultant since June 2007, Francis has applied expertise gained from previous roles, including Mental Health Clinician at the San Francisco Department of Public Health and Executive Director of the California Dictionary Project. Francis's educational credentials include a Doctorate in Asian Philosophies and Cultures from the California Institute of Integral Studies, a Master's in Chinese Language from San Francisco State University, and a Certificate in Addiction Treatment from City College of San Francisco.
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