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Mentorship – Networking – Skill Building – Collaboration

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Who We Are

AILEEN VILLANUEVA / Founder

A seasoned IT professional with over 30 years of experience in software development, quality assurance, systems integration, and digital transformation. An automation specialist who helps teams deliver reliable software by improving testing processes, building automated test frameworks (including tools like Katalon), and mentoring others in QA best practices.

MARY GRACE ASSADOGHLI / Co-Founder

A Licensed Real Estate Broker and seasoned leasing and property operations professional with 14+ years of experience in luxury apartment communities. She’s known for surpassing sales targets, delivering exceptional resident service, and achieving a 95% tenant retention rate, with strengths in lease administration, market research, property tours/presentations, and compliance—including a perfect audit track record. She also has deep experience coordinating housing assistance programs (e.g., Section 8 and partner agencies), ensuring smooth move-ins through effective collaboration with case managers, and supporting daily operations using tools like Yardi Voyager/Yardi CRM, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint

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What does NF-BILN do?

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— We Facilitate Career Growth

Facilitating Career Growth is where NF-BILN helps individuals move forward with clarity and confidence—whether you’re changing careers, leveling up your skills, or re-entering the workforce. Through mentorship, practical guidance, and a supportive community, we connect you with learning opportunities, real-world insights, and professional development resources to help you reach your next goal.

02.

— We Help Entrepreneurs

NF-BILN supports entrepreneurs in getting started with confidence by helping simplify the early technical steps of building a business. We provide guidance on initial website development, essential tech setups (domains, email, forms, booking tools), and foundational digital marketing—so you’re not trying to figure everything out alone. From choosing the right tools to organizing resources and next steps, we help reduce the overwhelm and turn your ideas into a launch-ready online presence.

03.

— We Facilitate Community Networking

NF-BILN facilitates community networking by bringing together professionals, mentors, entrepreneurs, and local partners across Northeast Florida to build meaningful connections. Through events, discussions, and collaborative opportunities, we create a welcoming space to share ideas, find support, and form relationships that lead to growth—personally, professionally, and for the community.

04.

— We Mentor on Specialized Skills​

NF-BILN offers mentorship on specialized, in-demand skills to help professionals grow with hands-on guidance and real-world support. Whether you’re building expertise in test automation, programming, 3D printing, or other technical disciplines, our mentors and community help you learn faster, practice smarter, and apply your skills with confidence.

05.

— We Help You Stand Out in Your Market

NF-BILN helps you stand out in your market by clarifying what makes your business unique and turning that specialty into a strong, consistent presence online. From messaging and branding guidance to website support and digital marketing fundamentals, we help you position your value clearly—so the right audience can find you, trust you, and choose you.

06.

— We Help You Navigate Business Roadblocks

NF-BILN helps you navigate business roadblocks by providing practical guidance, trusted resources, and a supportive community to move you forward. Whether you’re stuck on operations, technology, marketing, or next-step decisions, we help you clarify the problem, explore solutions, and connect with people who can help you take action with confidence.

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Impact Stories​

Jane’s Been A Migrant Worker Since She Was Just 12

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A Brighter Future — For Cambodia’s Children​

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In Cooperation With

MGA Systems International Inc.
MGA InfoTech
CCAC Dynamics LLC
Harmony Kitchen & Catering LLC

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