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Job Creators Network

U.S. business and small-business policy advocacy organization founded by Home Depot co-founder Bernie Marcus.

History and structure

The organization says its mission includes representing small-business owners and advocating lower taxes and less regulation. Its founding by Bernie Marcus is confirmed by its own historical description.

Current documented status

Its leadership page identifies Alfredo Ortiz as CEO and Elaine Parker in senior communications/foundation leadership. Any interactions with Turning Point USA, electoral funding or individual campaigns need distinct contemporaneous source evidence rather than inferred ties through a shared donor.

Founding, leadership and programs

Home Depot co-founder Bernard Marcus established Job Creators Network to advocate policy priorities affecting small businesses and the people they employ. Its published mission emphasizes the relationship between small business, employment, taxation, regulatory requirements and the broader market economy. The organization's public materials describe both policy advocacy and public education; these are its stated aims rather than an independent evaluation of its success.

The organization maintains separate public-facing communications and foundation activities. Its leadership materials identify Alfredo Ortiz as chief executive and Elaine Parker in senior leadership. Claims about its finances, tax status or election-related spending should be assessed through the relevant corporate, tax or election filings; a founder's other political donations do not automatically become donations by this organization.

References

1. https://www.jobcreatorsnetwork.com/about/