Terrance Brisbane has been chosen to become Executive Director of Beaver Street Enterprise Center, effective Monday, May 2. He replaces Theresa Johnson, who is retiring.

Mr. Brisbane most recently served as Vice President for Community Development and Mortgage Outreach for BBVA bank. He helped boost BBVA’s Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) rating from “Needs Improvement” to “Outstanding” within just a few years, and has extensive understanding of community development and small business fundamentals. He is familiar with BSEC, and has provided financial workshops at the center in partnership with BBVA and Wealth Watchers. He is a Jacksonville native, has served on the board of the Northwest Jacksonville Community Development Corporation, and is a pastor in the Church of God in Christ. He is passionate and knowledgeable about community service, entrepreneurship, and sound business practices.

From his years in the banking industry, Terrance understands how important it is for entrepreneurs to have solid banking relationships and can help BSEC clients facilitate those. His former colleagues and others who have worked with him in the community speak very highly of his skills and leadership ability. 

Beaver Street Enterprise Center is a non-profit business incubator located in core-city Jacksonville and provides office space, amenities and coaching services to start-up companies.