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With over 30 years of executive leadership and consulting experience, I’ve been a trusted partner in guiding companies from Fortune 10 giants to scrappy startups through complex transformations. My focus spans across industries—financial services, telecommunications, healthcare, and small businesses—where I have consistently delivered strategic clarity, operational excellence, and growth.As the CEO and founder of Backup CEO, I help businesses and CEOs navigate critical pivots, overcome challenges, and unlock their full potential. My hands-on approach to leadership combines deep operational expertise with the ability to coach teams through culture shifts, product innovation, and market positioning. From leading Medicare Marketing Operations at Health Net to co-CEO of an integrated healthcare delivery organization, I've made a career out of stepping in, stabilizing, and scaling businesses for long-term success.For the past 10 years, I’ve proudly supported Blenders Eyewear—a scrappy startup turned thriving brand. Working closely with the team, I’ve helped guide the company through significant growth phases, cementing its place as a force in the eyewear industry.I bring to the table a unique blend of front-stage and backstage insights, allowing me to see both the macro vision and the granular details required for execution. Today, I continue to mentor entrepreneurs across industries and remain deeply committed to helping businesses thrive in fast-evolving markets. I believe in the power of strategic coaching, relentless innovation, and the importance of staying scrappy while moving boldly forward.