With over 20 years of experience as a managing partner, director, and chief financial officer, I am a seasoned executive consultant on business operations, development, accounting, budgeting, and financial management. My core competencies include finding and securing capital for firms in emerging business sectors, such as renewable energy, education technology, social media technology, apps technology, and women emerging businesses. I also serve as a board member to several entrepreneurial ventures, providing strategic guidance and oversight.As the managing partner of CEO Capital Partners, L.P., a privately held venture capital firm, I lead and manage the firm's investment portfolio, deal sourcing, due diligence, and valuation. I also leverage my extensive network and experience in the public and private sector to provide financial advisory, insurance, and accounting services to clients across various industries and markets. Additionally, I am the managing director of Cognitians Mid Atlantic, LLC, a small business that provides cognitive training to juveniles and young adults first time criminal offenders, in collaboration with federal, state, and local authorities, as well as community organizations. My mission is to help businesses and individuals achieve their financial and social goals, while creating positive impact and value for society.