Jenny Flores — Co-Founder
At 2.5 years old, my family moved from El Salvador to San Francisco. Like many immigrant stories, the transition was tough. From navigating a new culture and language to facing financial hardships, I learned early on that I’d have to fight for every opportunity. I quickly became a translator for my mom and our community, helping bridge the gap between two worlds. I learned how to navigate complex systems from an early age — the same skills that have shaped my career and passion for bridging communities and business. With over 20 years of experience across corporate, public, and nonprofit sectors, I’ve focused on initiating high-impact investments that accelerate the success of under-resourced entrepreneurs. At Wells Fargo, I co-designed the $420MM Open for Business Fund, supporting over 336,000 small businesses, and played a key role in launching numerous funds and investment vehicles that facilitate access to capital for market segments that have remained highly underserved. In 2024, I left Wells Fargo to take my mission to the next level. I launched the AMH Catalyst Center to reimagine the venture capital landscape, making it more accessible for women entrepreneurs. We’re using cutting-edge tech like AI and blockchain to break down barriers and create lasting change. Inspired by my daughter Angie, who started her own business during the pandemic, I co-founded AMH to ensure that future generations of women entrepreneurs have the opportunities they need to thrive and build. My mission is simple: break down barriers, build bridges, and create a venture capital system where everyone—especially women—has access to the resources they need to succeed.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech expert focused on venture capital and community development.
Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Experience: 25 yrs 1 mo
Skills
- Entrepreneurship
- Innovation
Career Highlights
- Co-designed a $420MM fund for small businesses
- Launched AMH Catalyst Center for women entrepreneurs
- Over 20 years of experience across multiple sectors
Work Experience
AMH Catalyst Center
Co-Founder and CEO (1 yr 8 mos)
Wells Fargo
Head of Small Business Growth Philanthropy (4 yrs 4 mos)
Bank of the West
Head of Community Affairs and Corporate Social Responsibility, Senior Vice President (6 yrs)
Bank of the West Foundation
Trustee (6 yrs)
Babson College
Fast Track MBA San Francisco (2 yrs)
Citi
Community Development Director, SVP (4 yrs)
Community Development Director, VP (5 yrs)
Community Relations Officer, AVP (1 yr)
Congress of California Seniors
Executive Director (2 yrs)
Program Manager (0 mo)
The Greenlining Institute
Fellow (1 yr)
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) at University of California, Berkeley
Certificate in Corporate Citizenship Management at Boston College
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business