Staff

Since 1984, the SBTDC has served North Carolina business owners and entrepreneurs. The Cullowhee and Asheville offices have professional staff who combine real-life business experience with industry experience, education and advanced training. Many of our counselors have been business owners or have held executive positions.

Your Business Advisors

Elena Gupta

Elena Gupta
Regional Center Director

 Bob Rogers

Bob Rogers
General Business Counselor

Pam Racer
GCAP Counselor

Statewide Programs & Resources