Experienced public policy researcher and writer (including references) on entrepreneurship. Co-created a Progressive Transparency Law called the "Sunshine Ordinance" as part of The Santa Ana Coalition for Responsible Development (SACRED) to ensure that vital public information is readily available to the public. Through open and transparent government, community members are engaged in the decision-making process, which builds public trust. City of Santa Ana Sunshine Ordinance (Adopted October 2012, Revised June 2013)