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Jaûne Odombrown

Jaûne Odombrown

Jaûne’s professional journey is deeply rooted in his personal story of resilience. From navigating 14 years in the foster care system to serving 10 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, including two combat tours to Afghanistan from 2010-2012, he has consistently turned adversity into opportunity. As the first in his family to earn both a bachelor’s and master’s degree, Jaûne has proven the power of determination and education in changing lives.

His path as an entrepreneur has been shaped by both failures and successes, fueling his belief that the entrepreneurial journey is as much about persistence as it is about innovation. These experiences inspired him to become a practitioner of the process of entrepreneurship and dedicate his career to helping others navigate their own paths. By embracing the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, Jaûne gained invaluable insights, which now guide his work in empowering individuals to transform challenges into opportunities.

In his role at Bunker Labs, Jaûne raised $2.2 million annually to support veterans and military spouses in pursuing entrepreneurial ventures. As an Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) with Blackstone, he spearheaded the development of the Blackstone LaunchPad and UCI ANTrepreneur Center, securing $1.5 million annually to foster a culture of innovation at UC Irvine and was instrumental in the development of the plan to launch Blackstone LaunchPads at HBCUs. To give back, he supports and delivers curriculum at an after school program called Boss Builders powered by Empowering Success Now, a local non-profit based in Fontana, California school district, where he teaches entrepreneurship and business acumen to middle school and high school students.

Today, Mr. Jaûne Odombrown is continuously trailblazing in entrepreneurship education and innovation strategy, with a distinct dedication to building inclusive, resilient ecosystems that empower individuals and communities to thrive. As the founder of B&B Global, a Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Agency (GIEDA), Jaûne champions a mission to democratize innovation and entrepreneurship worldwide. His groundbreaking methodology integrates Capacity Building, Venture Building, and Ecosystem Building, providing transformative solutions that foster sustainable growth and long-term impact.