Seasoned investment professional specializing in capital raising, M&A and operational optimization for infrastructure assets. Energetic, inquisitive and radically open-minded leader who can lead teams, obtain buy-in, drive change, understand and communicate complex ideas. Driven to be a change agent by working with passionate, team-oriented people that are focused on investing in and optimizing the infrastructure that supports economic and societal development. PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS• Co-Founder of Capstone Headwaters' Equity Placement Desk.• Founding member of J-POWER USA. Built a multi-billion-dollar company providing reliable power to millions of homes and jobs for more than 200+ employees.• Closed the acquisition and $185mm financing for a combined cycle plant; first of its kind Term Loan B financing completed for a power plant.• Led development, construction, financing and operations efforts for a natural gas project; first greenfield development project completed by J-POWER USA. One of four black start capable units in CA to support grid build out in case of complete blackout, recently named the CEO of North American Energy Services (“NAES”) Corporation's favorite plant of over 130 facilities globally.• Led the transition of O&M function to 100% outsource to NAES, generates over $1.5mm / yr. in savings and created a company-wide culture of safety and commitment to shared values, which aided in changing the business model of NAES Corporation.• Started, owned, operated and exited three CrossFit Gyms in Chicago. Created a community of 400+ members with annual revenues of $600k+ and returns of 28%.• Discover Polk Community Benefit District CFO and member of the founding steering committee. A California 501(c)(3) established to improve the quality of life for all residents, businesses and visitors to the Polk neighborhood district. The organization has obtained $6mm+ to improve safety, encourage commerce and enhance aesthetics of the district.