Ruben Lopez

As a Business Advisor, Ruben provides his clients with advice on all aspects of starting or expanding a business. He has a strong background in intellectual property and technology commercialization, manufacturing, and helping clients incorporate sustainability (“green practices”) into small business operations.

Having worked for Mobil Chemical Company’s flagship extrusion plant in Jacksonville, IL, Ruben has over four years of experience in manufacturing and over six years of experience working in and then running a small business. He is an Army veteran and served nearly seven years as a U.S. Army officer.

Ruben earned an MBA from St. Mary’s University in 2006 and a Master’s in Technology Management from UTSA in 1996. He is also certified by the U.S.G.B.C. as a LEED Green Associate. Ruben is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point with a degree in civil engineering.