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Publishing books for the marketplace that bring Jesus into the lives of businesspeople in a relevant way.

New York Metropolitan Area, Us

Gideon Advisors is an advisory firm for business and individuals, offering a rare blend of seasoned business expertise with the wisdom derived from Christian principles. Through a thought-provoking coaching process, clients gain clarity of purpose to achieve professional and business growth while strengthening their unique personal relationship with God. In addition to serving corporate executives and non-profit leaders, Gideon provides engaging group seminars on living with intention, navigating life and career transitions, and advancing Christian values in the marketplace.

Guide growing non-profit in providing rebuild strategies to improve the homes and lives of NJ families affected by Hurricane Sandy and provide relief to communities after incurring downturns, disasters, or economic hardship. Helped to grow the organization into a high-performing, credible non-profit receiving significant recognition from government entities and community agencies, including the American Red Cross.

Madison, Nj, Us

Serve on the Board of a Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts University including a College of Liberal Arts, Theological School, and Caspersen School of Graduate Studies dedicated to exceptional faculty and experiential learning.

Expanding enrollment and driving funding for non-profit providing urban youth with after-school academic enrichment, squash instruction, mentoring, service learning, and higher education access and support.

Warrendale, Pa, Us

Supported sales and earnings growth for $1B young adult retailer. Led sale for a 50+ premium.

South Deerfield, Ma, Us

Led Finance, Supply Chain, IT and real estate for $1B scented candle retailer with a 93% brand loyalty rate. Significantly reduced corporate debt and improved cash flow by $100M in the first year. Streamlined operations to increase earnings by 15% and initiated a robust financial planning process. Aided in positioning firm for growth including a 30% global revenue increase and 500 retail locations.

Instrumental in selling $4B supermarket chain twice netting 150% gain in shareholder equity.

Chicago, Il, Us

Acted as key financial executive responsible for the spin off of leading global commercial real estate brand. Doubled EBITDA performance during tenure. Led $850M spin-off transaction and initiated profit improvement efforts increasing earnings by $35M+.

New York City, New York, Us

Turned around company on the verge of bankruptcy and expanded into the largest global athletic footwear retailer generating $5B in annual revenue, $500M in EBITDA, and a 900% stock price increase while CFO. Negotiated with banks to avert bankruptcy, reduced debt, and added controls producing $500M in cash. Streamlined global Supply Chain operations and managed IT and real estate in addition to CFO role. Aided in growing international revenue by 10X and forged global banking and capital markets relationships. Led corporate expansion into the Middle East resulting in planned growth of 100+ new retail outlets.

St Louis, Missouri, Us

Hired as Assistant Controller and steadily advanced across 7 divisions to Division EVP and CFO for $10B retailer. Increased earnings of all divisions during tenure and initiated 1st employee profit improvement process. Managed operations including IT, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Credit in addition to CFO position.

Doctorate Of Ministry, Theology/Theological Studies

Master Of Divinity

Bs In Business Administration, Accounting