Skyfront builds hybrid-electric drones that fly for 4 hours, 10 times longer than existing battery powered drones. We've created an entirely new type of aircraft that has the capabilities of manned helicopters but at a hundredth of the cost. The company is backed by Techstars and Qualcomm Ventures and is a recent graduate of the Qualcomm Robotics Accelerator.

As an Associate for the Qualcomm Robotics Accelerator powered by Techstars, I am experiencing both sides of an accelerator. I have the amazing opportunity to help run the daily activities as well as help the start-ups in the program with business development, financial analysis, and strategy. I've networked with a number of key individuals across the start-up scene from everywhere in the world, ranging from well-known serial entrepreneurs to investors to senior executives Qualcomm.

For international firm specializing in wireless telecommunication products and services, identified new business opportunities for global emerging mobile technologies. Established relationship with LTE Direct. o Using 1st and 2nd degree research, developed new marketing business models/channels with teamspecialized in technical marketing.o Assistedtechnicalmarketingteamindevelopmentofindustryforumfocusedonpre-commercializationactivities for emerging technologies.

For full service investment banking organization known for small/micro cap stock, built financial models as part of equity research team focused on consumer retail companies.o Modelsprovidedprojectionsforrevenue/earningsandvaluationanalysisoncoveredcompanies.o AnalyzedmultipleSECfilings,pressreleases,conferencecalltranscriptsandinvestorpresentationseach week for research notes to be used by a senior research analyst.o Performed due diligence on companies; culminated in initiating coverage. Examined business modelssuch as pure-play licensors and consumer retail for initiation reports.

For firm focused on technology and life sciences, analyzed financial forecasts and performed due diligence on potential investment. Led to investment of firm into 2 companies and 1 successful exit.• Authored presentations for industry leaders in venture capital based forums. Focused on outlook for venture capital to help raise capital for firm.

For non-profit firm specializing in start-up companies, assisted entrepreneurs by finalizing financial and marketing plans.• Supported early stage entrepreneurs developing funding plans to be presented to investors; resulted in several companies receiving funding.