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I'm a CFO specializing in seed and early-stage companies. My career began in the Big Four, where I obtained my CPA and worked on technology joint ventures and startup acquisitions. At Kaiser Permanente, I identified promising early-stage healthcare investments, and at The Siegfried Group, I played a key role in expanding the firm from a regional to a nationally ranked firm.As CFO, I guided Stone’s Cove KitBar, an award-winning restaurant concept, and HSP Direct, an Inc. 5000 company, through critical growth phases. Recently, I led the finance function for Transwestern, a global commercial real estate company, overseeing the financial integration of WLS/MGA merger.**Fractional CFO Services**What I Do: My primary focus is building trust and providing strategic financial management services tailored to each startup’s unique challenges. I help startups navigate financing hurdles, offering my expertise as a committed partner in their success. My experience across various industries, combined with my strategic insight, makes me the ideal CFO for startups.**Fundraising & Financial Modeling**Specializing in financial modeling for seed and early-stage companies, I assist in raising venture capital through tailored financial models, pitch deck refinement, and founder coaching.**Industry Adaptability**With methodical market research and industry analysis, I provide strategic insights for fundraising and operational planning, adeptly navigating new business models and market shifts.Let's Connect: I am passionate about collaborating with entrepreneurs and helping startups achieve their milestones. Feel free to reach out to discuss how I can support your business's financial growth.

Listed skills include Financial Analysis, Auditing, Finance, Leadership, and 30 others.