Teresa Goines is a visionary entrepreneur and social activist who founded Old Skool Cafe, a 1940s-style supper club in San Francisco. The cafe provides formerly incarcerated and at-risk youth with employment, empowerment, and hope. Inspired by her experiences as a corrections officer, Teresa launched Old Skool Cafe in 2004 to help young people break the cycle of poverty and violence. Her innovative approach has earned her numerous accolades, including recognition as a CNN Hero and features in Forbes, World News, and The Huffington Post.
Teresa Goines is a visionary entrepreneur and social activist who founded Old Skool Cafe, a 1940s-style supper club in San Francisco. The cafe provides formerly incarcerated and at-risk youth with employment, empowerment, and hope. Inspired by her experiences as a corrections officer, Teresa launched Old Skool Cafe in 2004 to help young people break the cycle of poverty and violence. Her innovative approach has earned her numerous accolades, including recognition as a CNN Hero and features in Forbes, World News, and The Huffington Post.
