Ken's thirty years of business experience brings a wealth of know-how in managing a business. He has owned two companies and has held senior management positions, affording him the knowledge and challenge of running a small business. His success in turning around a struggling company taught him principles he will share in this business survival module. Ken's education includes a degree in marketing, graduate of Battelle Institute of Business summer program and other continuing education courses. Ken's tenure with the Yuma County Chamber of Commerce keeps him current with the latest business trends and developments.

Cynthia joined The Yuma Private Industry Council as their Business Services Officer in April 2009. Prior to that she worked for The Sun for 20 years in several positions including sales, training, and HR. In addition, she has been instructing Module 3 of the Supervisory Skills classes at the AWC Entrepreneurial Center for the past three years. With her decade of experience in HR along with her training background, she brings vast experience and expertise in instructing the Layoff Training.