Christina AnastasiaChristina Anastasia is a college professor and professional businesswoman with a passion that focuses on small business and economic development. She holds a master's degree in organizational management from the University of Phoenix and, a Ph.D. in hilosophy with an emphasis on Organizational Management from Capella University and a Post Doc. in Executive Leadership from Colorado Technical University. In addition, she holds graduate certifications in several disciplines and is a published author and contributing editor for several books and journal articles. She also holds a Masters in I/O and Educational Psychology. Her specialization is in business plan preparation for acquisition of funds and has counseled for the SBDC helping start-up companies write business plans. As a business owner, she is a strong supporter that small business is the backbone of American society and that economic development relies on the Mom and Pop businesses that dot the American landscape. One of her own companies, a graphic design and sign business, fits into this demographic. She has been doing business in the sign industry since 2001. In addition, Dr. A owns an antique mall and a successful wholesale business that delivers products to smaller gift stores and outlets throughout the country. Read More Read Less