G. Jay Arendt

Founder & Executive Director @Onside Technology Solutions, Inc

Sacramento, CA, US

Founder and Executive Director of Earndt Foundation, a California-based nonprofit dedicated to expanding digital access in underserved communities.We believe internet access isn’t a luxury — it’s a modern civil right. Earndt helps close the digital divide by supporting rural and economically marginalized communities with the infrastructure, tools, and knowledge they need to connect, learn, and thrive.My background blends enterprise IT leadership, infrastructure planning, public-sector finance, and performance optimization. I’ve led complex technology initiatives for government agencies and private firms, with a focus on long-term cost efficiency and real-world impact. I also bring a lifelong commitment to systems thinking — from digital equity to human performance — and believe the right tech in the right hands changes everything.Currently focused on launching grant-supported pilot programs, building strategic partnerships, and scaling Earndt’s mission through a lean, impact-driven model.If you\'re working on broadband equity, rural access, or community tech resilience — let’s talk.

California State University-Sacramento

Bachelor of Science, Business Finance

UCLA Anderson School of Management

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business, Finance, Real Estate, Marketing, Operations, Forecasting