Cogent Growth Partners is a buy-side merger & acquisition advisory firm that exclusively specializes in helping IT services companies in the MSP, CSP and Hosted Services sectors, grow their business more effectively via strategic acquisition. We provide a complete suite of IT industry specific M&A services, including research and outreach, initial due diligence, matchmaking and deal negotiation, operational and financial due diligence analysis, thorough transaction paperwork and all supporting documentation through closing.Our clients range from large local IT services providers, to regional and national IT firms with revenues exceeding $100 million annually, to private equity firms. We typically seek "Acquisition Candidate" companies ranging from $1M in annual sales to $50M, with most firms in the $2M to $15M revenue range. We have a broad active client base throughout North America.Our goal is to deliver improved financial performance and exceptional value for all the stakeholders on both sides of the transaction. We do the bulk of the work so that each side can stay focused on running their respective businesses right up to closing, while mitigating many of the risks often associated with planning and executing acquisition and liquidity strategies.

As the Vice President, Finance and Operations, I was responsible for all areas of the business except Sales. These included Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Incentive Compensation, Legal, Distribution/Supply Chain, Customer Success, Business Operations, and Facilities.

As the Vice President, Operations & Governance at All Covered, I was responsible for acquisitions, field operations, contract management, variable compensation, and IT Risk & Controls.

As the Sr. Director, Administration & Acquisitions at All Covered, I was responsible for all facets of corporate administration, including Contract Management, Legal, Variable Compensation, Facilities, Training, and Compliance, as well as all acquisitions, from due diligence through full integration. As a member of the Company's executive team, I actively participated in the development and execution of the Company's strategy. I managed a staff of 12.

As the Controller at All Covered, I was responsible for Accounting, Finance, Legal, and Facilities. In addition, I managed the due diligence process for our aggressive acquisition initiative. As a member of the Company's executive team, I actively participated in the development and execution of the Company's strategy. I managed a staff of 12.