The San Diego District Office Honors John Engstrom, Business Opportunity Specialist, as he Retires from Federal Service

Photo left: SBA San Diego District Office, Business Opportunity Specialist, John Engstrom John Engstrom spent 25 years in the Marine Corps. He enlisted as a Private in 1973. In 1981, he was selected for Gunnery Sergeant and Warrant Officer. In February 1982, he was appointed as a Warrant Officer and subsequently moved into the Limited Duty Officer ranks in 1985. He retired as a Major in May 1998. He amassed eight years, four months, and 15 days sea time on Navy amphibious ships. He saw action in Vietnam, Panama, Honduras, the Gulf War and Somalia. On December 27, 2016, John Engstrom officially joined the San Diego District Office as a Business Opportunity Specialist.  The San Diego District Office has been honored by John's service as a Business Opportunity Specialist these past years.   John managed a large 8(a) portfolio, assisting firms to build strong foundations in the federal government marketplace.  A champion of the underserved business community and master of speaking, John recruited many new small businesses for the 8(a) program through his superb outreach efforts.  John also acted as the HUBZone Program Liaison in the San Diego District Office.  John is an exceptional colleague and friend to all. After 42 years in some type of federal government role, John will be retiring from service. His accomplishments, passion to the work, and strong work ethic will be remembered after his retirement.  We wish John all the best. We will miss you, our friend!

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