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Mark is one of the founders of AEG, and became National Director for One on One Learning, which serves low income families, schools and school districts. Miguel Davis-Pulgarin "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." – Winston Churchill Miguel Davis-Pulgarin brings extensive experience in leadership, customer service, and community advocacy, with a strong focus on creating inclusive job opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. He has worked in diverse roles supporting people with varying needs, consistently promoting safety, accessibility, and respect in every environment. Miguel excels at adapting to challenges, offering personalized support, and fostering welcoming spaces. His dedication to equity and empowerment makes him a strong advocate for helping individuals with disabilities transition successfully into the workforce. Contact miguel@advancedemploymentgroup.com

Jennifer Malkin "No mud, No lotus." – Thich Nat Han Jennifer is a leader with over 20 years of success pioneering transformational strategies to empower and uplift disadvantaged communities. She has developed industry leading initiatives across multiple fields including workforce development, corporate responsibility, anti-poverty, community finance, corporate wellness and women's leadership. She has led cross-functional initiatives in the corporate, start up, and non-profit sectors, including scaling human rights programs for Apple’s global supply chain. Most importantly, she is a mom to a spunky 8 year old and is thrilled to lead AEG’s business partnerships team. Contact jennifer@advancedemploymentgroup.com

Jack is one of the founders at AEG. Jack Friedman "You can't expect to hit the jackpot if you don't put a few nickels in the machine." – Flip Wilson Jack Friedman has spent his career focused on college and career readiness for underserved populations. Based in Los Angeles, founded Study Smart Tutors Inc as a student at USC in 2008. In addition to his work at Study Smart Tutors and AEG, Jack serves as the board chair of the Youth Business Alliance and is a board member at Tzedek America and the ACT CA Council. Contact jack@advancedemploymentgroup.com

Mark is one of the founders of AEG, and became National Director for One on One Learning, which serves low income families, schools and school districts. Summer McGuire "Once you become fearless, life becomes limitless." Summer is an Employment Specialist with Advanced Employment Group, serving individuals throughout the Northern Sierra District with professionalism, clarity, and genuine care. She provides structured guidance in job readiness, workplace skill development, and long‑term career preparation, ensuring each client feels supported and empowered throughout their employment journey. Her work reflects a strong commitment to helping individuals build confidence as they move toward meaningful employment. She collaborates closely with Alta Regional Center and several Department of Rehabilitation offices, including Auburn, NE Sacramento, Grass Valley, Yuba City, and Fair Oaks. Through these partnerships, she delivers coordinated, high‑quality services tailored to each client’s unique needs. Her communication style is polished, consistent, and grounded in respect for the diverse individuals and teams she works with. Summer brings a warm, steady presence to her work, creating an environment where clients feel comfortable, motivated, and capable of achieving their goals. She approaches each case with professionalism, empathy, and a strong dedication to supporting individuals as they navigate the path to employment. Her commitment to service is reflected in the positive progress she helps clients make across the region. Contact summer@advancedemploymentgroup.com

Claire Pedrosa "If you can change your mind, you can change your life." – William James Claire is a versatile professional with a strong background in customer service, social media management, and accounting. With five years of experience across these fields, she has developed a well-rounded skill set that allows her to adapt seamlessly to diverse roles. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Management Accounting from the University of Mindanao. As she joins the Advanced Employment Group, Claire is eager to contribute her expertise and passion to empower individuals with unique abilities, helping them reach their full potential. She is dedicated to making a meaningful impact and supporting the company’s mission of creating positive change in the community. In her free time, Claire enjoys playing mobile games, watching movies and series, and traveling—especially to scenic destinations and beautiful beaches. Contact Claire@advancedemploymentgroup.com

Mark is one of the founders of AEG, and became National Director for One on One Learning, which serves low income families, schools and school districts. Billy Lockhart "Without commitment, you'll never start, but most importantly, without consistency, you'll never finish." – Denzel Washington Originally from New Jersey and a proud U.S. Coast Guard veteran, I bring a strong sense of discipline and purpose to my role as an Employment Specialist at Advanced Employment Group. With a background in account management, I focus on building strong, lasting relationships and delivering tailored support to both clients and candidates. I strive to be knowledgeable, motivating, and inspiring—helping individuals unlock their potential and guiding them toward meaningful employment opportunities. At AEG, I’m proud to support our mission of connecting underrepresented talent with inclusive employers and working toward a more equitable future of work. Outside of work, I enjoy visiting museums, going on walks, and staying active through fitness. Contact billy@advancedemploymentgroup.com

Phillip Barr “The highest wisdom is not to know all things, but to know ourselves.” – Giordano Bruno Phillip was born and raised in Marin County, California. He helps individuals with unique needs and abilities get jobs in Northern California through employment services. He strives to break the negative stigmatization of disabled people being "unable to work." Creating new connections and job opportunities for his clients is his ultimate goal. Contact phil@advancedemploymentgroup.com

Adult Work Experience is offered to adults with unique abilities who are ready to enter the workforce, but need practice before placed in competitve employment. Student & Adult Work Experiences DOR Student and Adult Work Experience provides a work-based learning opportunity. DOR Student and Adult Work Experience is a work-based learning experience that offers participants the opportunity to explore competitive integrated work experiences in a variety of real time work settings. Contact Us Benefits of Adult Work Experience An Adult Work Experience through AEG helps to build valuable skills that are transferrable to long-term employment. Through the Adult Work Experience, clients build confidence while learning specific job skills. GAIN EXPERIENCE BUILD SKILLS GAIN CONFIDENCE EMPLOYER REFERENCES EXPLORE CAREERS RECEIVE PAY & MANAGE FINANCES Section Title Work Experience Process Intake Clients who are referred to us by the DOR or another partner will be assigned an Employment Specialist (ES). The ES will contact the client via phone or email. This first meeting is approximately 1 hour long. The ES will take this time to get to know the client, his/her goals, and any accommodations necessary. Worksite Development An Employment Specialist will consider your skills and passions to present suitable worksite options. They will collaborate closely with your worksite to ensure they are prepared to support you, while also working with you to ensure you have all the resources and tools needed for success in your Work Experience. Worksite Placement Once your Employment Specialist coordinates a suitable work schedule with both you and the worksite, you will complete 100 hours of Work Experience. Let's Chat. Interested in learning more about how an Adult Work Experience through AEG? Contact us and get connected with an employment specialist to learn more. Contact

AEG partners with many organizations and districts. Learn more about them here. DISTRICT PARTNERS PLACE INDIVIDUALS ON THE PATH TO SUCCESS Refer Clients to AEG The startling and sad truth about individuals with unique abilities is that when they reach the age of 22, they are not typically prepared for the pitfalls they will face. Society’s lack of resources to accommodate for them is horrible and these young men and women are often left on their own with no clear path in front of them. We work with organizations like the DOR, California Regional Center, and various school districts to place these clients into jobs and prepare them to be successful in the workforce. If your organization has clients that could benefit from our services, we'd love to chat! We're Here to Help. To prepare these individuals for the next chapter in their lives, AEG is committed and ready to conduct Pre-Employment Training and Employment Services. We are a family of passionate members who have experienced first-hand what an impact employment can have on someone with unique abilities. Imagine going from someone with no confidence to a proud human-being that believes in themselves and their abilities to achieve whatever it is they want; someone who is financially free and friends with those at work; someone who not only makes a difference at work, but in the community. That's our goal, and we'd love your help to make it happen. Let's Chat. Interested in partnering with AEG? Contact us to get connected with a team member to learn more. Contact