Member Spotlight: Gabe Gramajo, Founder of Ideas Factory
Helping Small Businesses Thrive in a Digital World — Con Corazón y Tecnología
Meet Gabe Gramajo, a proud SHCC member and founder of Ideas Factory, a local tech company with a big mission: helping small and medium-sized businesses — especially in our Hispanic community — grow with technology that’s both accessible and effective.
Originally from Mercedes, Uruguay, Gabe’s journey began with childhood curiosity, sneaking peeks into a neighborhood computer shop and eventually becoming a systems analyst. He came to the U.S. more than 20 years ago to work on global development software for USAID and has since dedicated his career to building digital bridges for businesses here in Northern California.
But Gabe doesn’t just build software. He builds trust, relationships, and puentes de oportunidad.
“We see ourselves as a spare wheel that helps businesses move forward,” Gabe says. “We try to understand both the business and the people running it, to give solutions that really work — not just throw tech at them.”
Originally from Mercedes, Uruguay, Gabe’s journey began with childhood curiosity, sneaking peeks into a neighborhood computer shop and eventually becoming a systems analyst. He came to the U.S. more than 20 years ago to work on global development software for USAID and has since dedicated his career to building digital bridges for businesses here in Northern California.
But Gabe doesn’t just build software. He builds trust, relationships, and puentes de oportunidad.
“We see ourselves as a spare wheel that helps businesses move forward,” Gabe says. “We try to understand both the business and the people running it, to give solutions that really work — not just throw tech at them.”
🤖 Making Technology Less Intimidating
For many small business owners, especially those running negocios familiares, technology can feel overwhelming. Gabe gets that. That’s why Ideas Factory offers simple, custom-fit solutions — no complicated tech talk needed.
Some of their most helpful services include:
Some of their most helpful services include:
- Prototyping: Testing your business idea without breaking the bank
- Tech Support Packs: Like their “TakeCare10” — 10 hours of flexible tech support for those without an IT team
- Custom Software Solutions: When off-the-shelf tools like Shopify or OpenTable don’t quite fit
- AI Tools: Automating tasks like customer chats, emails, and even sales forecasting using platforms like ChatGPT and WhatsApp
Whether it’s integrating PayPal or training a team on cybersecurity, Gabe’s focus is always on empowering business owners with tools they can actually use.
🛡️ Sharing His Expertise with the Community
Gabe was recently invited to speak at SHCC’s Emergency Preparedness Workshop, where he led a session on Cybersecurity for Small Businesses — offering practical tips on spotting phishing emails, creating stronger passwords, and protecting online access.
“Cyber attacks are becoming more common, and small businesses are just as vulnerable,” Gabe shared. “If we can help someone avoid a scam or recover faster, that’s a win for all of us.”
His workshop contribution was just another example of how he uses his technical expertise para servir a la comunidad.
“Cyber attacks are becoming more common, and small businesses are just as vulnerable,” Gabe shared. “If we can help someone avoid a scam or recover faster, that’s a win for all of us.”
His workshop contribution was just another example of how he uses his technical expertise para servir a la comunidad.
💬 Advice for Emprendedores
Gabe has seen too many entrepreneurs jump into tech ideas without testing them first.
“Just because you have a great idea doesn’t mean you need to build it all at once,” he says. “Start small, create a prototype, and validate it. That saves time and money.”
He also encourages small businesses to explore free or low-cost tools like Google Sheets and ChatGPT to start tracking data and automating simple tasks — freeing up time to focus on lo que realmente importa.
“Just because you have a great idea doesn’t mean you need to build it all at once,” he says. “Start small, create a prototype, and validate it. That saves time and money.”
He also encourages small businesses to explore free or low-cost tools like Google Sheets and ChatGPT to start tracking data and automating simple tasks — freeing up time to focus on lo que realmente importa.
🤝 Why He Joined SHCC
Gabe found SHCC through a referral from the Solano SBDC — and immediately felt welcomed.
“From day one, I felt like part of a family,” Gabe says. “It’s not just a membership; it’s a community that listens, supports, and opens doors.”
His advice to others:
“Hágase miembro. It’s worth it.”
“From day one, I felt like part of a family,” Gabe says. “It’s not just a membership; it’s a community that listens, supports, and opens doors.”
His advice to others:
“Hágase miembro. It’s worth it.”
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About the Solano Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The Solano Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (SHCC) is proud to serve and empower Hispanic-owned and small businesses across Solano County, including Vallejo, Benicia, Fairfield, Suisun City, Vacaville, Dixon, and Rio Vista.
We support our members through:
We support our members through:
- 📢 Marketing & visibility opportunities
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- 📚 Educational workshops and resources
- 🗣️ Advocacy and economic development
- 🎓 Scholarships and community impact initiatives
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¡Estamos aquí para apoyar a nuestra comunidad empresarial Hispana!
