Founder of Tenkara USAStarted a new category in the fly-fishing industry dedicated to introducing people to a Japanese method of fly-fishing. Created a movement of new environmental stewards by introducing more people to the outdoors.Sold the business in 2021

Provided strategic advice and mentorship to a successful solar energy startup.

- Foreign Exchange and International Banking client support- Priced FX deals in exotic currencies and larger dollar amounts- Liaised between customer support and product management groups for development of new FX platform

- Market research and analysis: executed extensive market sizing and segmentation, identified and proposed best strategic opportunities to management team, supported vertical marketing initiatives- Product marketing: designed and implemented competitive intelligence system leveraging CRM, developed sales tools and collateral content, assisted in coaching new sales team on product positioning (FX derivatives, "ERP-integrated" payments system, etc), wrote articles for industry-specific publications. Client Development Specialist / China Client Development (Jun - Nov '06): - Awarded "Most Supportive of Team" - Oct, '06- Designated in-house expert on Chinese Yuan (Renminbi) - Analyzed the market and prioritized best target opportunities- Secured meetings with potential clients, and helped educate prospects on FX products

Led groups of up to 50 students in outdoor activity trips

Helped students determine study abroad program preferences. Administrative office work for study abroad office.

Assisted on research project regarding the Bay Area's connection with greater China.

Assisted a highly regarded consultant in projects relating to China and SouthEast Asia business strategy, development and trade.