Don Loewel is the Director of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Pasadena City College. In this role, Don leads a team of experienced business consultants and entrepreneurs who advise businesses owners in areas such as: raising capital, strategic planning, legal, sales & marketing and financial analysis.

Don has 20+ years of sales, marketing and management experience in the medical device and software industries, and has consulted with small and mid-market companies to build long-term growth. As a trained Lean Launchpad educator, Don has helped countless founders test the feasibility of their startup ideas so they can launch sustainable and scalable companies. He truly has a passion for helping entrepreneurs achieve their maximum potential. Don has a BS in Biology and MBA from Santa Clara University.