I caught the bug. The innovation bug, that is. In my second role at Google, I led Finance for an R&D lab focused on developing cutting-edge mobile technology. The team’s motto was to “innovate at velocity” and I took it to heart. I enjoy building new things. I mean REALLY enjoy it. I’m passionate about solving meaningful problems, especially when doing so means finding new and creative solutions that benefit society. Innovating at velocity requires having the right mindset from a Finance perspective. You need to move with agility and GSD. You need to be adaptable. You need to dive into ambiguity and take on unstructured problems. And, most of all, you need to be comfortable taking informed risks in order to move the needle. I’ve developed this mindset over my time with Google and Microsoft’s world-class FP&A teams and while leading Finance at VC-backed startups (spanning AI, SaaS, and marketplace companies). Here are a few other skills I bring to the table: ➜ Leadership: I strive to embody strong leadership qualities - acting with integrity, leading by example, and demonstrating empathy, level-headedness, and resilience.➜ Versatility: I’m a startup Swiss Army knife, with experience owning not only the Finance function, but also Business Analytics, Pricing, and negotiating strategic partnerships. ➜ Visibility: I simplify finance, offering critical insights into key metrics for stakeholders—from Senior Leadership to the Board to the broader organization.➜ Strategic Planning: I build models that clearly explain complex businesses and spotlight the company’s trajectory as well as identify available levers/trade-offs for improvement.➜ Team Building: I cultivate high performing teams, bringing in people that are highly capable and collaborative, with a strong sense of ownership.➜ Team Player: I prioritize a strong company culture and cross-functional collaboration when tackling challenges. ➜ Legal: I’m a logical thinker, a persuasive storyteller, and adept at identifying key issues and prioritizing accordingly. If you’re a recruiter or hiring manager looking for a strong strategic finance leader, please reach out. I’d love to hear about the challenges you’re facing and see whether I might be able to help. If you’re a similarly-minded builder, let’s connect.