Trent Griffin-Braaf is a distinguished entrepreneur, recognized by the SBA as the "2023 Small Business Person of the Year for New York State." As a leader and coach, Trent is renowned for his contributions to developing inclusive business strategies for underserved populations. His company, Tech Valley Shuttle, was honored as the "Best Place to Work for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals."
Drawing from his own lived experiences, Trent devised the Roadmap to Success™ a program designed to empower underemployed citizens by providing comprehensive support in Workforce Development, Entrepreneurship Development, and Leadership Development. Originally created for returning citizens, it now serves a diverse population, including New Citizens, Opportunity Youth, People with Disabilities, Veterans, HR, and Frontline managers.
Moreover, the Roadmap to Success™ program assists businesses fostering inclusive workplace cultures, positioning these organizations as preferred employers for a broad spectrum of underemployed populations.
ABOUT
Despite facing numerous challenges in my life, I have consistently demonstrated resilience and transformed myself into the successful business leader I am today. At the young age of 19, I found myself incarcerated with a 12-year sentence. During those dark years, I made a choice to change my life. I dedicated myself to personal growth, education, and self-improvement. Despite the constraints of my situation, I persevered.
After incarceration, I emerged with a newfound determination to recreate myself and defy the odds. I channeled my experiences into building a better future, focusing on personal and professional development.
Today, I stand as a testament to the power of perseverance and the ability to rise above adversity. My journey has shaped me into a strong and compassionate business leader, whose passion is positive impact and currently doing so through transportation and people building with an emphasis on aiding the historically underemployed through personal and professional growth.
I'm hopeful my story serves as an inspiration to others, illustrating the potential for transformation and success, no matter the circumstances.
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