Board of Directors

President

CLUBWAKA, Co-Founder and Chief "Opportunity" Officer

Fun, Friendly Co-ed Sports Leagues for adults, Social After-Parties and events, Great Times & New Friends (Jimmy W)

What has been your favorite EO experience so far?

Forum Retreats have been my favorite EO experiences thus far.

What is your guilty pleasure?

My guilty pleasure involves enjoying a combination of television and chips.

President-Elect + Forum Chair

Fred Astaire Richmond

Member Engagement Chair

Rehabilitative Services & Vocational Placement, Inc. (RSVP, Inc.), President

Jason Harper is a dedicated husband, father of three, and a certified rehabilitation counselor. He is deeply committed to empowering individuals with disabilities, parents in poverty, and injured workers through his vocational rehabilitation company, RSVP, Inc. With over 80 employees and serving over 1,000 clients across Virginia, Jason's leadership and passion have made a lasting impact.

Jason is an active member of the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO), a prestigious global network of business owners. Since 2019, he has served on the EO board, where his expertise and insights have contributed to the organization's growth.

Alongside his professional pursuits, Jason remains committed to advocating for employment rights for people with disabilities. He serves on multiple boards and committees, tirelessly working towards creating a more inclusive and equitable society.

Driven by his core values and fueled by his passion for making a difference, Jason Harper continues to inspire and empower others, leaving a lasting impact on the community and the lives he touches. In his free time, he cherishes quality moments with his family, creating a nurturing environment for his loved ones and finding joy in their shared experiences.

What has been your favorite EO experience so far?

The Global Leadership Conference in Macau

What is your guilty pleasure?

I have a weakness for chocolate!

Finance Chair

GS2 Ventures, CEO

My name is Collin Granger and I am the CEO of EDI Partners, which is an EDI managed service and consulting company. When I'm not working I love to spend time with my wife and two young daughters (ages 2.5 and 3 months), golf, and run with my dog Arnie.

What has been your favorite EO experience so far?

I'm still pretty young in my EO career, but I would say the best experience so far was the chapter retreat last year at the Tides Inn.

What is your guilty pleasure?

Double stuffed Oreos... I can eat half a container in one sitting :O

Finance Co-Chair

CURE, Co-Founder & Partner

Governance Chair

SOLVARIA, CEO

Greg Samuels is the CEO of SOLVARIA, a 50 person Strategic Technology Leadership and Database Services firm founded in 1997. Greg also co-owns EDI Partners through his second firm, GS2 Ventures. Greg serves on the boards of CodeVA and the Weinstein JCC. When not working, Greg enjoys fishing and playing golf with his family and friends. Greg graduated VA Tech with a BS in Computer Science, and has been married for 29 years to his wife Geri. Greg and Geri have two children; Zack (22) and Erin (15).

What has been your favorite EO experience so far?

Attending the Global Leadership Conference in Cape Town, South Africa. I met EOers from all over the world and we bonded over shared experiences in our chapters. It was an amazing trip!

What is your guilty pleasure?

I am an avid builder of Lego sets, and enjoy cheesy 80s music on the regular!

Communications Chair

CURE, Co-Founder & Partner

Membership Chair

Sklar Technology Partners, CEO/Owner

IT Security Advisor, Entrepreneur, Husband, Dad

What has been your favorite EO experience so far?

Making new relationships!

What is your guilty pleasure?

Chocolate is my irresistible guilty pleasure!

Membership Co-Chair

Transworld Business Advisors RVA, President/CEO

Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company or new franchise. Transworld Business Advisors offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and seller together.

Strategic Alliance Partner Chair

Weeded! Lawn Service

Residential Lawn Maintenance and Commercial Snow Plowing

What has been your favorite EO experience so far?
I love my forum relationships

What is your guilty pleasure?

Moments of quite solitude

Strategic Alliance Partner Co-Chair

Dietitians On Demand, CEO & Co-Founder

Learning Chair

Laminin Coaching, President

Chad Gill is an entrepreneur, business coach and dynamic speaker. With a passion for construction, he founded Concreate in 2002, a custom concrete flooring company serving the East Coast. After over 20 years of success, he sold Concreate and established Laminin Coaching to guide fellow entrepreneurs in the construction industry. Chad’s expertise in technology and trades, combined with his innovative mindset, enables him to help clients streamline operations and achieve work-life balance. At Laminin Coaching, he provides comprehensive coaching and staffing solutions, empowering clients to reach their full potential.

Learning Co-Chair

Cornerstone Valuation, LLC, Managing Partner

EO Richmond, Chapter Manager

Mahreen is excited to be working with the EO Richmond chapter members, while helping the chapter to grow. Mahreen has a background in Corporate Education, Project Management and Tax Consulting for small to medium sized businesses.

What has been your favorite EO experience so far?

My favorite EO experience has been able to collaborate with individuals who have diverse mindsets and learning through their experiences.

What is your guilty pleasure?

My guilty pleasure is binge watching sit coms, again and again and again.

EO Richmond, Event Producer