Our Team

Ron Berning, Program Director Loan Committee
META benefits from an all volunteer loan committee comprised of local business leaders within the banking, accounting, legal, and business sectors.

Volunteer Supportersincluding Business Mentors, Service-learning University Student Teams, Advisory Council, and More.
META excels at leveraging its resources by developing partnering relationships with individuals and groups interested in furthering our work of building economic independence for existing and emerging entrepreneurs.
Tony Arrubarrena, Loan Coordinator
Vlada Gilliland, Business Support Specialist