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Chris Garcia departed March 17, 2018
Commerce (joined: May 22, 2017)
Deputy Director, Minority Business Development Agency | $140,000 | Financial Disclosure »
Bio, via Minority Business Development Agency via Internet Archive:
Before joining MBDA, Garcia worked for a private family office, and helped expand the investment banking division of Niagara International Capital Ltd.. He was the founder and CEO of Advantage Line Global (ALG), a multimillion-dollar technology startup, and was a co-founder of TapEx, a mobile shipping, delivery, and logistics platform for businesses and individuals. Garcia was also the former managing principal of Chris Garcia & Associates, a U.S.-based consulting firm specializing in international markets, M&A advisory, political strategy, and government affairs. Mr. Garcia lends his expertise as an entrepreneur and investment banker to the global business community. In 2014 he was selected as the youngest person to represent the United States as a delegate in the State Department's Global Entrepreneurship Program (GEP). In this role, he was invited to speak at global entrepreneurship summits in Greece, Kenya and Silicon Valley. He has also spoken at international conferences in Germany and Poland. A graduate of Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, Mr. Garcia earned his B.A. in Economics as a Bill Gates Millennium Scholar.
Former Positions Outside Government
- Chris Garcia & Associates LLC Managing Principal
- Nanula Family Office Consultant
- Niagara International Capital Limited Invesment Banking Representative
Former Compensation Sources
- Young American Foundation Compensated Speaking engagements
Employment Assets
| Description | Value | Income |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV) | $15,001-$50,000 | $1,001-$2,500 |
| Honoraria | $1,001-$15,000 | |
| iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap ETF (IJH) | $15,001-$50,000 | $201-$1,000 |
Employment Agreements and Arrangements
| Employer or Party | City, State | Status and Terms | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Department of Commerce | Washington, District of Columbia | I will continue to participate in this defined contribution plan. The plan sponsor will not make further contributions after my separation. 5/2017 |
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