Jorge Cordova

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Director of Operations Bus / Rail at North County Transit - San Diego Railroad

San Diego, California, United States

Overview

Jorge Cordova is a former NFL linebacker who has transitioned into a results-driven executive. He is the Founder and Executive Director of the Team Dream Foundation and previously served as a Director of Operations for major public transit districts in Southern California. He holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix.

As a philanthropist and first-generation Mexican-American, Jorge is passionate about giving back to the community. Alongside his wife, he established a scholarship endowment for first-generation students at the University of Nevada, his alma mater. He also founded a youth football camp in Murrieta.

Unique fact: Jorge was inducted into the University of Nevada Athletics Hall of Fame in 2014 and still holds the universitys career record for sacks.

Personality Overview

Assertive

Example Seeker

Curious

They often ask many questions and rely heavily on information and documentation.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.

Topics They Care About

Nonprofit Leadership
As Founder and Executive Director of the Team Dream Foundation, he focuses on developing sustainable partnerships to provide housing and services and advance student-athletes.
University Philanthropy
He and his wife established a planned gift and scholarship endowment at the University of Nevada to support the football program and aid first-generation students.
Public Transit Operations
Possesses extensive experience managing day-to-day operations for major Southern California public transit systems, including light rail and bus services, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Media Appearances

The Team – Team Dream Foundation (Jorge Cordova, Executive Director). Featured in Team Dream Foundation

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Work History

1-2023 - 6-2025
Director of Operations Bus / Rail at North County Transit - San Diego Railroad
8-2022
Executive Director at Team Dream Foundation
8-2010 - 2-2023
Manager at San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS)
8-2010 - 2-2023
Operations Control Manager at San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS)
6-2006 - 6-2006
Receiver at Ed Block Courage Award Foundation

Education

1999 - 2003
Bachelor's degree from University of Nevada, Reno
2014 - 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from University of Phoenix

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Insights For Selling To Jorge

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Share testimonials from known people and give multiple examples of product value
  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.
  • Help them understand the risk aspect fully while inspiring confidence

DONT's

  • Don’t brush off any concerns, take all questions seriously
  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jorge is

  • Clear proof of product value matters to them, followed by others' testimonials and rapport.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jorge

  • They are practical yet friendly, don’t expect a clear no very often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jorge move?

  • They like to analyze well and can take their time to reach any decisions.
  • Can Jorge take some risk or not?

  • They systematically evaluate all decisions and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Jorge

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