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      • Become a VP Partner
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  • About Us
    • Mission
    • Leadership Team and Staff
    • Testimonials
    • Events and News
    • Awards
  • Programs
    • Time To Shine
    • Reintegration
    • Self Determination
    • Private Advantage
  • Partnerships
    • Our Partners
    • The Advantages
    • Become a VP Partner
  • Support Us
    • Donate
    • Work with Us
  • Contact Us

Meet our Leadership Team & Staff

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Michele Jodock

Founder/Chief Executive Officer and Senior Job Developer

Michele is a Social Worker & Job Developer, and recent recipient of the Vendor of the Year from Department of Rehabilitation. Ms. Jodock has an extensive background in non-profit vocational support. Michele attended University of Washington in Seattle with a Bachelors  in Integrated Applied Social Science & a Masters in Social Work. Michele has successfully placed over 300+ people with disabilities into meaningful, custom jobs in the community. She founded this company using her years of experience and deep empathy and passion for empowering those with disabilities. 

Luke Vogt

Brandon O'Connell

Eric Simon

Director of Business Operations and Job Developer

Luke comes to Vantage Point with over 20 years experience in the Finance industry. He has a Bachelors Degree from USC. His role is strategizing, forecasting, business development, and assisting to automate and streamline processes to ensure effective business operations. 

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Eric Simon

Brandon O'Connell

Eric Simon

Programs Manager 

and Job Developer

Mr. Simon comes to Vantage Point Inc. with 15 years of experience in Job Development and Social Services. He studied at University of Las Vegas with a focus on Communications. Eric has strong relationships with local businesses, big and small, in San Diego and North County.

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Brandon O'Connell

Brandon O'Connell

Brandon O'Connell

Reintegration Program Specialist 

and Job Developer

Brandon is a dedicated individual currently pursuing  a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology. With a strong background in marketing and public relations, Brandon has established himself as a specialist in the field. Recognizing the need for support, he initiated a Reintegration program aimed at 

Reintegration Program Specialist 

and Job Developer

Brandon is a dedicated individual currently pursuing  a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology. With a strong background in marketing and public relations, Brandon has established himself as a specialist in the field. Recognizing the need for support, he initiated a Reintegration program aimed at assisting individuals post-incarceration and struggling with addiction. Brandon's passion for social change drives his commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others.


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Cathy Souza

Brandon O'Connell

Brandon O'Connell

Job Developer

Cathy Souza is a Job Developer for Vantage Point. She brings over 10 years of experience working in Social Work including at TERI inc and the San Diego Regional Center. She has a Bachelors Degree in Social Work from CSUSM. She is bilingual, speaking English and Spanish. 

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Tracy Van Slyke

Rosita Lopez Pedraza

Bianca Allende Boyd

Senior Job Developer

As an experienced Job Developer my background has included working with Project Search, Vets, Dislocated Workers, Ticket to Work and a diverse population of job seekers with challenges and barriers to employment.   Working with the local business communities and learning about positions, unmet needs has allowed me to f

Senior Job Developer

As an experienced Job Developer my background has included working with Project Search, Vets, Dislocated Workers, Ticket to Work and a diverse population of job seekers with challenges and barriers to employment.   Working with the local business communities and learning about positions, unmet needs has allowed me to facilitate opportunities for employment where non may have existed before.  I enjoy what I do.... It is rewarding and exciting to help someone get that job! Whether it is a new job or a first job!

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Bianca Allende Boyd

Rosita Lopez Pedraza

Bianca Allende Boyd

Program Developer 

and Job Developer 

Bianca received her B.A in Education and Visual Arts from Bowdoin College. She has been working with clients at Vantage Point since its founding in 2020. Bianca is focused on developing curriculum and learning programs that are accessible and equitable for Vantage Point’s clients. She has a history of v

Program Developer 

and Job Developer 

Bianca received her B.A in Education and Visual Arts from Bowdoin College. She has been working with clients at Vantage Point since its founding in 2020. Bianca is focused on developing curriculum and learning programs that are accessible and equitable for Vantage Point’s clients. She has a history of volunteering in education-focused nonprofits and teaching in diverse classrooms. 

¡Y habla Español!

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Rosita Lopez Pedraza

Rosita Lopez Pedraza

Rosita Lopez Pedraza

Administrative Assistant

I graduated from CSUSM with a bachelor's degree in psychology and I am bilingual, speaking English and Spanish. My role is to assist with administrative tasks. I have had a lot of experience with programs such as Vantage Point and the Department of Rehabilitation and I am very excited to be able to help others in the way that Vantage Point has helped me.

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Jalisha Davis Wyatt

Rosita Lopez Pedraza

Rosita Lopez Pedraza

Intake and Client Coordinator

Jalisha graduated from the University of Phoenix with a B.S. in Business. She is here to listen, answer any questions, and ensure the intake process is completed with as much ease as possible. She is extremely personable, has great customer service skills, and takes pride in assisting whomever with their needs

Intake and Client Coordinator

Jalisha graduated from the University of Phoenix with a B.S. in Business. She is here to listen, answer any questions, and ensure the intake process is completed with as much ease as possible. She is extremely personable, has great customer service skills, and takes pride in assisting whomever with their needs. She is the first point of contact advocating for your success at Vantage Point.

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