About Kitchen Tune-Up Tacoma, WA
Our Tacoma, WA Team
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Linda Jadwin & Victor Valdez
Owner
Prior to opening their Kitchen Tune-Up business, Linda’s professional background includes owning an export housing business and running a construction company for underground utilities. She was also a small business counselor for the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and ran three Women’s Business Centers. Linda has helped franchise consultants learn about franchises and how to run their businesses.
Additionally, Linda is a recipient of the “Women of Influence” award in Tacoma and is a recognized by the SBA as the Small Business Champion for the state of Washington. With her background in owning and operating businesses and her extensive knowledge in franchising, Linda brings strong assets to Kitchen Tune-Up.
Victor is an experienced leader in business, economic development, and international trade with a strong background on minority business issues. He has held executive positions with the Monterey Bay PTAC, MBDA Business Center, and the Northwest Minority Business Council overseeing and providing strategic consulting to firms throughout the Pacific Northwest. Mr. Valdez has a Masters in International Management from Thunderbird – the American Graduate School of International Management. He received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Marketing at Arizona State University.