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GSD3 Consulting is a Fractional CFO and Controller Services business that specializes in Start-Ups; Seed to Series C companies. Our combined financial leadership experience and 5 successful VC exits can ensure your organization avoids common operational hazards while simultaneously enhancing your business’s strategic lens. We are Finance-as-a-Service experts that can help elevate your organization to the next level.

Boston, Ma, Us

FamilyWell Health is a digital health company focused on providing equitable and affordable access to mental health services for pregnant and postpartum patients to address the growing perinatal mental health crisis in the U.S.

Waltham, Massachusetts, Us

As a pioneer in Attack Surface Management, Randori changed the Cyber Security market by acting as a trusted adversary of many of the world’s most valuable and trusted brands. The Randori Attack Platform mirrors today’s adversaries helping security teams discover gaps, assess risks, and improve over time by delivering an unrivaled attack experience at scale.• Partnered with CEO to execute sale of Company to IBM• Drove due diligence and legal process allowing deal to close less than 2 months from signing of Letter of Intent• Collaborated with CMO and SVP of Sales to create GTM plan that increased revenue 3X in 12 months • Established KPIs and controls that allowed the Board to approve investments needed to achieve 3X growth• Implemented all-purpose reporting cycle to ensure Company was executing plan and communicating progress to the Board of Directors on a regular basis

Boston, Ma, Us

Teikametrics Inc. created the world’s first AI-powered Marketplace Optimization Platform to 3rd party sellers on Amazon and Walmart. The platform provides sellers access to the data, insights and automation to easily manage their advertising, inventory and pricing strategies all in one place. The Company’s customers range from the largest and world’s best-known brands to the smallest online sellers.• Expanded and matured Finance, Accounting, Revenue, and People Operations teams needed to support the growth of the business• Supported CEO with $13M fundraise• Negotiated 2X increase of debt available to the Company in the beginning stages of COVID-19• Sourced $12M in additional funding to be used for acquisition(s)• Execute global expansion plan into 4 foreign countries • Led the due diligence and closing of the acquisition of Adjusti; an Israeli company• Led Human Resources function including compensation, employee handbook, policy implementation and compliance until Hiring of Chief People Officer

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

Immuta’s software solution allows organizations across a range of industries to harness the value of their data, but in a way that preserves data privacy and security. The Software application layered on top of a company’s data assets allows for customizable access rights to data. • As first Senior Finance Executive, reporting to the CEO, established the first version of accounting policies and procedures • Developed and implemented a 3-year Operational Budget that allowed the company to better understand cash-out date and the levers that could be used to extend cash runway

Mclean, Virginia, Us

WordStream developed and sold SaaS online marketing software and Managed Advertising services to 1,000s of SMBs across the world. WordStream was Google’s fastest growing Premier SMB Partner in North America and made the Inc. 5000 fastest growing private companies the last 6 years as an independent company. • Finalized Sale of Company to Gannett with President of WordStream• Supported CEO in the raising of $24M needed to support the growth of the business• Raised $6M in venture debt to supplement the equity raises and ensure proper funding of the company• Executed local currency pricing in WordStream’s 6 largest foreign markets to facilitate significant growth• Implemented Sales order processing automation to support 300% booking growth with minimal back-office support and reduced errors• Launched new pricing and corresponding commission plan that increased ASP by 10% and increased customer retention by 40%• Established KPIs and disciplined reporting procedures for quick and granular level reporting; allowed for data-based decision making • Built best in class Finance / Accounting and People Operations teams• Led Human Resources function, including compensation, benefits, policy implementation and compliance until the hiring of a VP of People Success

Virgin Money is a financial services company launched in the US with the plan of integrating and distributing person-to-person lending products with traditional consumer finance products through multiple distribution channels; including online marketing, social media, direct sales, and intermediaries. SPECIFIC CONTRIBUTIONS INCLUDE:• As first person in the finance department, developed plan to prepare department for future growth; designed and implemented internal controls; implemented new accounting system, managed audit with KPMG. Responsible for all areas of financial reporting• Negotiated $50 million in credit lines needed to enter mortgage market in historically difficult credit market• Implemented a detailed and formal budget and forecast process for company which resulted in a plan to cut expenses by 25% in a one year period. • Matured method of exiting mortgage products which increased margin by 40% • Established, managed, and leveraged multiple banking relationships to optimize return on investments while reducing risk. • Assessed and executed the acquisition of a mortgage division as part of acquisition due diligence team; merged finance departments of both companies• Assisted in process of developing company methodology for lifetime value of customer calculation• Worked with director of HR to implement and improve benefits plans; 401K, FSA, Health, Dental, etc.

Nation One Mortgage Company was a National Leader in the non-conforming mortgage banking industry that offered a flexible and diversified product line. SPECIFIC CONTRIBUTIONS INCLUDE:• Developed dynamic pricing model that allowed company to offer competitive pricing and meet margin objectives• Communicated results and plans to investors, board, and management• Oversaw all commercial and market risk mitigation (underwriting, hedging, contractual, etc.) • Negotiated and managed relationships for sale of loans to Wall Street firms and other loan buyers• Assisted with the obtainment of financing necessary for the volume growth and managed these relationships. • Evaluated and informed other officers of the company on all issues of pricing, secondary and hedging issues that might impact company margin and production performance. • Analyzed Potential Acquisitions and all other business opportunities• Oversaw staff that did bookkeeping and reconciliation; G/L maintenance, P&L Management• Coordinated year end close and audit

Tofias, Fleishman, Shapiro & Co., is the largest regional public accounting and consulting firm in Southern New England.SPECIFIC CONTRIBUTIONS INCLUDE:PREPARE TAX RETURNSAssist with planning for year-end auditsAid clients with year end book keeping

Master Of Science Of Accountancy

Bs, Accounting

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