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Mission: The Agency For Empowerment & Support (AFES) empowers individuals with physical and mental disabilities by assisting them in developing comprehensive business plans and establishing successful businesses.
Our company provides business development and educational services, such as consulting and training. We are committed to empowering individuals with disabilities to reach their business goals by offering self-employment training and educational resources.
Our firm collaborates with non-profit organizations, private entities, and direct clients. The AFES Certified Business Technical Assistance Consultant (CBTAC) is accredited by the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) to offer services to VR clientele. We employ a program developed by Griffin-Hammis Associates as a journey guide for VR customers.
Stephanie George, Founder/CEO
Stephanie George, also known as Leah, established a company in Central Florida in 2019. The firm provides business development and organizational management tools. It also offers self-employment services to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. The company supplies event management resources, support, and opportunities for veterans and military families to prosper as business owners.
Ms. George is a Certified Business Technical Assistance Consultant (CBTAC). Her experience includes roles as a Waiver Support Coordinator (WSC) and Medicaid Provider with The Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). With a social work and business foundation, Ms. George earned her bachelor’s degree in organizational management from Bethel University in 2002.