Seed and Early-stage investor in technology based, growth companies in AgTech, MedTech and LogisTech.

First institutional investor in the company. Remained on the board through 3 rounds of financing and the sale to TiVo for $135M.

Enabling aspiring entrepreneurs and emerging companies in technology and biosciences through experience-based educations, business services, and capital formation.

Take the lead on due diligence and strategic analysis of potential IT and technology investments. Negotiate and structure investments. Monitor portfolio companies after investments by serving as a Director on the Board. Board and monitoring positions held: Centice, Digitalsmiths, Nextreme and Recordant. Performing analysis of specific technologies and industries to develop investment theses. Development and implementation of performance and evaluation metrics for portfolio companies. Engage in the local entrepreneurial community through teaching engagements at local universities (Duke, NCSU), participation in industry and technology panels and involvement in student-lead activities.

Started and grew the European pre-sales function, supporting Service Providers and Telco’s for US-based telecom equipment manufacturer. Worked as key member on team of five and grew European revenues from $2M to $5M, selling solutions for new service offerings to large clients, such as Worldcom, and AT&T. Developed market penetration strategy and sales and marketing materials for European market. Traveled extensively to develop business partnerships and to deliver sales and technical training throughout Europe and the Middle East. Completed Cisco certification and Miller-Heiman strategic sales training. Became the youngest sales person to attend President’s Club for sales performance.

Developed technical support strategy for start-up manufacturer of video conferencing equipment. Delivered technical support to global companies, such as the BBC, Hollywood post-production companies, and the Singapore Harbor Authority. Managed large installation projects, covering multiple sites.

Worked in various client-facing roles for high-growth manufacturer of networking equipment. Managed cross-functional teams and subcontractors for 14 tradeshows with a total budget of $2M. Presented company product strategy to C-level executives and trade journalists. Offered telephone and on-site technical support in Dutch, German and English, to resolve network outages at large enterprise customers in the financial, insurance, and manufacturing industry.