Entrepreneur, Strategist,
Startup Expert

Jacques’ energy is inviting, positive and laid-back—very approachable. Jacques does not possess the large ego you would expect from such a successful entrepreneur.

— Sophia Monteroso
Author

Thank you so much for your informative presentation! I appreciate your passion for your craft and will take that with me as I start my own on-line business soon!

— Karen
Women's Economic Ventures

Dear Friends, I have known Jacques Habra for more than five years and found him to be a person of great intellect, warm and personable, and impeccable integrity. Jacques serves on our Westmont Foundation board and it is this context that I have seen his great heart for our community and the ways in which all spheres of society can come together to serve the greater good. In whatever role Jacques serves, I am confident he will bring the same level of integrity, dedication and effectiveness. I give Jacques my highest, unqualified endorsement.

— Dr. Gayle D. Beebe, Ph.D.
President, Westmont College

It’s innovative entrepreneurs like Jacques that will keep America’s technology future bright.

— Marc Anderseen
Founder of Netscape, on awarding Jacques the Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2001

I know Jacques on both a personal and professional level. He has a unique ability to work with people, assess the situation, clarify common goals and create a collaborative successful outcome. Jacques is charismatic, extremely bright and cutting edge in his field. He is not only successful in his own endeavors, but helps other realize their potential as well.

— Paul Cashman
State Farm Insurance
Chairman of SB Fire Safe Council

I first met Jacques Habra during his hosting of one of the first Catalyst for Thought events. He was among the founding team. It was actually his verve, motivation and unbelievable ability to communicate and inspire an audience that later influenced my decision to join the Catalyst team as Speaker Liaison. In the years since then we’ve developed a great friendship and he has also been a valuable sounding board for various business ideas, projects and personal adventures. It’s been a pleasure working with him and I look forward to more projects to come!

— Scott Dinsmore
Catalyst for Thought

For more than 10 years Jacques and I have maintained a highly professional working relationship that has also spawned a great friendship. When we first met, I was a young, inexperienced graphic designer, but Jacques gave me a chance to work with him on his real-world projects when most people would hesitate to hire someone so green. He has an amazing ability to inspire and instill confidence in those around him, which (I believe) is a sign of a great leader and mentor. Jacques’ eye for great business opportunities and his dedication to making those around him successful make him a true entrepreneur and an extremely valuable asset to any business.

— Casey Frushour
Casey’s Head

Jacques is an engaging and dynamic speaker. He never fails to inform, inspire and entertain my entrepreneurial students.

— John Greathouse
UCSB Professor

I’m thankful for Jacques’ leadership in keeping the University community connected and vibrant.

— Mary Sue Coleman
President, University of Michigan
on role as President of University of Michigan Entertainment Coalition

Jacques Habra possesses that magical combination of innovation, creativity, talent and drive in making things happen. Whether it’s starting up a new entrepreneurial venture, assisting others in their business goals or raising funds for a variety of important health-related and educational non-profit organizations, we can count on Jacques to help our community succeed and thrive.

— Helene Schneider
Santa Barbara Mayor

I have known Jacques personally and professionally for over five years. I first worked with him through the Scheinfeld Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Santa Barbara City College. Subsequently I have served on the MIT Enterprise Forum and have worked with him on several community events and initiatives. I have the highest regard for his business acumen, professional capabilities and personal integrity. I consider him a valuable colleague and prominent member of the Santa Barbara community.

— Guy Smith
Vice President Antioch University