William J. Pocan
William “Joey” Pocan, Community College graduate
Economic Development Specialist at U.S. Small Business Administration
Chesapeake, Virginia
William J. Pocan Economic Development Specialist/Veterans Rep.
[email protected]
804-767-0235
Email on EIDL grant
“Thank You for your inquiry. We appreciate your patience during this period of COVID-19. The PPP and EIDL are small business programs. One of the Vetting processes that is use is a business account. Business Loans can not be deposited in to personal account, more so from the Federal Government. I am not sure why you would have business funds going to a personal account to begin with. But, I am afraid there is nothing we can do out of this office at this time.”
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EDUCATION
Tidewater Community College
Tidewater Community College
Degree NameAssociate’s degree, Field Of Study Human Services, General, Grade3.6
Dates attended or expected graduation 2010 – 2013
Richmond District Office
400 N 8th Street, Suite 1150 Richmond, VA 23219
Ph: 804-771-2400 Fax: 804-771-2764
Website: http://www.sba.gov/va Office Email: [email protected]
District Directors Office
District Director
Carl Knoblock
804-986-8901
202-481-2293
Deputy District Director
Shirelle Taliaferro
804-253-8903
202-382-2842
[email protected]
on LinkedIn
U.S. Small Business Administration
Economic Development Specialist
Company Name U.S. Small Business Administration
Dates EmployedAug 2018 – Present
Employment Duration·1 yr 10 mos
LocationRichmond, Virginia Area
Hampton Roads Veterans Business Outreach Center
Sr. Business Counselor / Boots to Business Coordinator
Company Name Hampton Roads Veterans Business Outreach Center
Dates EmployedMar 2014 – Present
Employment Duration·6 yrs 3 mos
LocationVirginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware
Coordinate and instruct Boots to Business transitions classes for Virginia, Delaware, and West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Network and outreach with area City Economic Development Authorities to foster and perpetuate our clients to success. Conduct initial intake and assessment of clients, assuring documentation is accurate, and assisting with business plan, funding plan and market analysis, as well as providing area resources based on needs assessment. Conduct case management-update client files, enter and maintain updates of client’s progress in NeoSerra/eSystem. Provide client mentorship though processes they need to be successful. Conduct/taught other one day workshop such as Business Plan Boot Camp a bi-monthly workshop held at the Old Dominion University Business Gateway.
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Camp Allen Weapon Range
Operation Associate/Instructor
Company Name Camp Allen Weapon Range
Dates EmployedDec 2012 – Present
Employment Duration·7 yrs 6 mos
LocationCamp Allen Shooting Range
Over saw course standards set forth by the Military Training Departments, so training and testing standards met. Adhere to safety protocals. See that the needs of recreation shooters are safe and provide assistance to first time shooters.
City of Norfolk Veteran Services and Military Affairs
Intern
Company Name City of Norfolk Veteran Services and Military Affairs
Dates EmployedDec 2012 – Nov 2013
Employment Duration·1 yr
LocationNorfolk, Virginia Area
Specialized in Veteran Workforce Development activities while working for the City of Norfolk, Economic Development Office. Assisted with the development and implementation of a military transition support program to be promoted and delivered though out the Tidewater area. Set up partnerships with a vast network of businesses though out Tidewater for veteran services, hiring, and retention. In addition, was responsible for the development and maintenance of client workforce development case management filing system for follow-up and tracking purposes (metrics). Proficient in development and delivery of business training topics, such as: tax credits, veteran benefits and job search skills, as well as updating existing programs to parallel current work methods; all of which have a positive impact on growth of a small business. Proven demonstrated ability to communicate and deliver objectives across all spectrums of management. Knowledgeable in solving complex training, administrative and personnel concerns while increasing productivity goals. Provide expertise in target marketing with local small businesses owners. Participated Team member on Norfolk’s winning team, which won the All American City for (2013).
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US Army
Staff Sargent
Company Name US Army
Dates EmployedJun 1995 – Sep 2010
Employment Duration·15 yrs 4 mos
LocationFort Riley KS
During my time in the military I have traveled to Bosnia, Korea, Iraq. I have work in a leadership role for the past eight years. Training, development, and focus, have alway been a keystone to my success while in the military. I retired as a Staff Sergeant (E-6). My last duty was a Platoon Sergeant. I was a supervisor for thirty personnel and five million dollars in equipment. Conducted combat operation though Iraq.
