Devil's Street to Harvard: Perseverance and Gratitude with Emmanuel Escamilla

Emmanuel Escamilla is an entrepreneur with an intriguing blend of vision and zeal. The chairman of Debrief and former executive director of Codex, Emmanuel is a cerebral and empathic servant-leader who once rode a bicycle across the country. Everything he does is a testament to his drive and fortitude, a byproduct of humble beginnings growing up in south Modesto before attending UC Berkeley and Harvard University. His support of underserved communities is a brilliant example of social entrepreneurship in its most eloquent expression.On this episode of the E&I Studio, Dr. Pablo Paredes Romero and Emmanuel talk about his upbringing on “Devil’s Street” and how his sense of community informed his entrepreneurial endeavors later in life. Emphasizing the ripple effect, Emmanuel discusses how the ethos of entrepreneurial innovations lies in serving those who are less privileged and introducing them to the power of technology as a tool for personal advancement. The pair shed light on the emerging economic state of the Central Valley and the importance of home-grown, passion-driven companies when it comes to the region's future.Co-produced by the Warrior Entrepreneurship and Innovation program and the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing at Stanislaus State. The E&I Studio is edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are not necessarily those of the University. Co-produced by the Warrior Entrepreneurship and Innovation program and the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing at Stanislaus State. The E&I Studio is edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State. The views expressed by guests on this podcast are not necessarily those of the University.