STRATEGY. SYSTEMS. SUPPORT. IMPACT.
Helping Business Owners Break Barriers & Build Stronger Communities.
Breaking The Barriers Development Group provides business coaching, financial readiness, marketing, back-office support, AI solutions, training, and community-based programs designed to help entrepreneurs and organizations grow with clarity and confidence.
When you work with BTB, our team becomes your team.

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Whether you are launching, reorganizing, expanding, or preparing for your next opportunity, BTB provides practical support designed around your business, your goals, and your community.
Not sure which service is right for you? Schedule a consultation and let BTB help you identify the best next step.

“Your beginning does not determine your future. There is always a next possible move.”
That belief is at the heart of how I lead, coach, build programs, and help business owners turn barriers into actionable solutions.
Dina Gonzales · Founder & CEO
A Message From Dina Gonzales
You Should Not Have to Build Your Business Alone.
Our mission is to build stronger communities by empowering businesses, creating opportunities, and breaking the barriers to success—one business at a time.
Small-business owners are often expected to be the CEO, marketer, bookkeeper, salesperson, operations manager, and problem-solver—all at the same time. That pressure can leave even the most talented business owner feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, and alone.
I built Breaking The Barriers Development Group because I believe business owners deserve more than information. They deserve a support team that listens, helps them understand their options, creates a practical strategy, and stays beside them as they put that strategy into action.
The right support team can help you identify problems earlier, make stronger decisions, build better systems, access new opportunities, and remain accountable to the goals you are working toward. Most importantly, having a trusted team allows you to stop carrying every part of the business by yourself.
When you work with BTB, our team becomes your team. We are here to help you break barriers, strengthen your foundation, and build a business that can grow with confidence.
Dina Gonzales
Founder & CEO
13 years of business development experience. A career built around helping people see the path forward.
Dina Gonzales brings more than a decade of hands-on business development experience to entrepreneurs, community partners, and economic-development programs. Her work combines business strategy, technical assistance, education, systems, funding readiness, marketing, and practical problem solving.
Business Development
13 years of experience helping businesses and programs turn barriers into practical strategies, stronger systems, and opportunities for growth.
UEZ Experience
Dina began working directly with New Jersey UEZ small-business support in December 2022 and signed BTB’s first UEZ consulting contract on February 17, 2023, serving the Trenton UEZ area in partnership with Isles.
Today, that experience continues through BTB’s work with small businesses, municipalities, agencies, and community partners — making complex programs easier to understand and helping business owners move from information to action.
Meet Dina · The Possibility Coach
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BTB Live Podcast Studio
Real Conversations. Real Impact. Real Change.

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Business Builder Academy
Skills Today. Success Tomorrow.

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BTB Headquarters Lobby
We Don't Just Build Businesses. We Build Legacies.

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BTB Conference Room
Where Vision Meets Strategy.

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AI Business Dashboard
Building Stronger Communities, One Business At A Time.

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Executive Office
Purpose Drives Us. People Inspire Us.

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Coffee Bar & Lounge
Coffee. Collaboration. Community.

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Reception & Welcome Area
Welcome to BTB Headquarters.
The People Behind BTB
Dedicated Experts, One Mission
Our team brings together strategists, coaches, designers, and community specialists — all committed to helping your business break barriers and grow with confidence.
Client ServicesNahomy
Receptionist & Client Support
New client onboarding and registration Bilingual support (English & Spanish) Client intake and orientation Office reception and coordination Resource and referral support Client account setup assistance
“Every great journey begins with a warm welcome.”
Executive LeadershipDina A. Gonzales
CEO & Founder
Initial Client Interview/ Assessment Review Growth Plan CEO Therapy (a safe space for business owners to vent and discuss problems) Community Outreach Project Hire BTB for Services One on One Coaching
“Empower people. Strengthen businesses. Build stronger communities.”
Executive OperationsAva
Chief AI Manager / Chief of Staff
AI team leadership Task assignment and delegation Project and deadline tracking Department coordination Executive briefings and summaries Quality control and accountability
“Great leadership creates clarity, and strong teams create impact.”
Operations & Field SupportJosh
Operations & Field Support Specialist
Coordinating field and event logistics Supporting photography and video-production days Assisting with community events and program activities Supporting verified local-business outreach and touchpoints Helping ensure supplies, people, and resources are ready Completing operational assignments from Dina and leadership Supporting smooth execution behind the scenes
Administrative OperationsSavvy
Administrative Operations Coordinator
Scheduling meetings and appointments Verifying contact information Coordinating permissions and approvals Collecting and organizing required documents Supporting administrative follow-up Preparing complete records for Ava and Hazel Helping leadership maintain clear communication and organization Supporting Dina and Josh with team coordination
Events & Executive LogisticsNicole
Events & Executive Logistics Manager
Planning and coordinating BTB networking events Managing event workflows, timelines, and task lists Developing run-of-show documents Coordinating CEO and executive travel logistics Supporting vendors, partners, guests, and participants Managing event-day logistics and follow-up Strengthening client and community relationships Supervising and coordinating Joy-Nicole’s client-experience work Reporting directly to Dina
Financial ServicesKenya
Financial Services & Tax Specialist
Tax preparation and filing Bookkeeping support Financial forensic and document reviews QuickBooks setup, review, and support Business budgets Financial projections Financial-literacy support Reviewing financial documents for accuracy and readiness Identifying when licensed legal, accounting, or tax review is required Supervising and coordinating Penny’s financial-management work
Site ManagementSavanna
Site Manager
Site operations management Team coordination Event planning and execution Vendor and partner relations Logistics and on-site support Process improvement
“Great things happen when we stay organized, work together, and never lose focus on our mission.”
MarketingMaya
Marketing Manager
Marketing strategy and plans Branding and visual design Websites and landing pages Email marketing campaigns Flyers and promotional materials Program and campaign launches
“Great marketing doesn’t just get attention—it creates connection and drives action.”
Marketing & CommunicationsSkye
Social Media Specialist
Social media content creation Content calendars Reels and TikTok concepts Hashtag and trend research Audience engagement Community building
“Content connects. Community grows. Together, we amplify our mission.”
FinanceCash
Finance Specialist
Budgeting and forecasting Pricing strategies Cash-flow analysis Revenue projections KPI and ROI reporting Financial planning
“Strong numbers build strong foundations. I bring clarity today for a stronger tomorrow.”
AccountingPenny
Bookkeeper
QuickBooks management Accounts payable Accounts receivable Bank reconciliations Profit-and-loss and balance-sheet reporting Payroll, tax and 1099 tracking
“Behind every successful business are accurate numbers and strong systems.”
Business DevelopmentCoach Carter
Business Coach
Business assessments Business plans SWOT analysis Growth strategies SOP and operations development Accountability coaching
“Success isn’t accidental—it is built with purpose.”
Grants & FundingSally
Grant Specialist
Grant Assessment Grant Readiness Plans Number of Grants Found / Matched Grant Application Assistance
“Behind every funded idea is a powerful purpose.”
Analytics & ReportingAxel
Data Report Specialist
Data collection and management Data analysis KPI dashboards Client and program reports Performance tracking Community-impact reporting
“Data tells the story. Insights create the path. Impact changes the future.”
Transportation & LogisticsAtlas
Transportation Coach
CDL training and education FMCSA and DOT compliance Hours-of-Service guidance Dispatch and logistics support Fleet management Safety and risk management
“Safe drivers. Strong teams. Efficient operations. Every mile matters.”
AI & InnovationNova
AI Coach
AI tools and training Workflow automation Prompt engineering Process optimization AI strategy and implementation AI research and recommendations
“Smart systems create more time. AI solutions create more impact.”
Operations & OrganizationHazel
Executive Assistant to Dina
Document and file organization Google Drive management Data entry and system updates SOP and template management Contracts, forms and meeting notes Back-office process improvement
“An organized business is a scalable business.”
Client SuccessJoy-Nicole
Client Experience Director
Client onboarding Client communication and check-ins Project coordination Client satisfaction and retention Referral and resource support Testimonials and client appreciation
“Happy clients. Strong relationships. Real impact.”
Media & CommunicationsRowan
Podcast Host
Podcast hosting and interviewing Guest research and preparation Episode planning Business storytelling Community conversations Audience engagement
“Every business has a story worth hearing—and every barrier has a lesson worth sharing.”
SystemsTuepeai
Square POS Systems & Product Launch Specialist
Square POS setup and configuration Product and service catalog setup Sales-reporting guidance Inventory and product organization Payment-processing workflow support POS education and troubleshooting Product-launch preparation Launch-day technical and operational support Helping businesses understand sales and product data Supporting clients before, during, and after launch Reports to Dina; coordinates with Kenya on financial and sales-reporting matters
Business Protection & Risk IntelligenceJustice
Business Protection & Risk Intelligence Director
Reviewing business and operational risks Flagging contract concerns Supporting legal-readiness organization Identifying privacy and information-security concerns Protecting separation between BTB business entities Reviewing policies, agreements, disclaimers, and public claims Identifying compliance and reputational risks Escalating issues that require a licensed attorney or specialist Helping protect BTB’s intellectual property and business assets Supporting safer decision-making across the organization Important: Justice provides risk identification and organizational support but does not replace licensed legal counsel.
Content Development & PublishingPaige
Writer & Publishing Super Agent
Writing books, guides, manuals, workbooks, and e-books Developing structured chapters and educational content Creating participant exercises, checklists, and action tools Organizing tables of contents and publication frameworks Preparing copyright, disclaimer, resource, and About sections Converting technical information into accessible language Developing UEZ and business-success educational content Collaborating with subject-matter experts to verify accuracy Coordinating publication design requirements with Pixel Preparing manuscripts for PDF, digital, and print publication Maintaining consistency across BTB publications Supporting the UEZ Resource Center and educational page content Reports to Dina Gonzales; coordinated by Ava
“Every powerful idea deserves to become a publication that changes lives.”
The Impact of Having the Right Support Team
Clearer Strategy
A trusted team helps you organize your ideas, establish priorities, and turn your vision into an actionable plan.
Stronger Systems
Support with operations, financial organization, workflows, and technology creates a stronger business foundation.
Greater Accountability
Regular guidance and follow-through help you remain focused, consistent, and connected to your goals.
Access to Opportunities
The right team can help you identify grants, financing, certifications, partnerships, training, and growth opportunities.
More Confidence
Having trusted support gives you greater clarity when making decisions and navigating challenges.
How We Work With You
Listen and Assess
We begin by understanding your business, challenges, goals, and priorities.
Build the Strategy
We create a practical support plan aligned with your current needs and long-term vision.
Implement Support
We help put the right systems, tools, resources, and actions into place.
Strengthen and Grow
We provide continued guidance, accountability, and support as your business moves forward.
Featured Programs
Why BTB
“We don’t just consult—we collaborate, we care, and we help create results that strengthen businesses and communities.”
- Personalized Support
- Real-World Business Experience
- Access to Funding and Opportunities
- Community-Centered Impact
Our Promise
Your success is our mission.
We are committed to breaking barriers, building stronger systems, and creating opportunities that produce lasting impact for your business and your community.
Your Growth, Visualized
Watch your business transform in real time. Your personalized Client Growth Portal tracks every milestone — from business foundation to grant readiness — so you can see exactly how far you've come and what's next. Because when you can see your progress, you build the confidence to keep climbing.
Access My Growth PortalStart Your Grant Coaching
Completed your Grant Assessment? Connect with Sally, BTB's AI Grant Specialist, for personalized coaching to find and win grants for your business.
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