Accomplished CFO with 20+ years of progressive experience in development and construction, finance, and operations management. Lifelong area resident firmly “rooted” in the community with strong ties to the greater Detroit area. Demonstrate ability to streamline business operations that drive growth and increase efficiency. Strong advocate and consensus builder who achieves results. Named “Key Advocate” for the restaurant industry by the National Restaurant Association. Elected Crain’s Detroit Business “Top 40 Under 40.” Led recent restaurant company through Covid economic crisis ultimately obtaining financial stability. Experience with first- and second-generation businesses. Willing to travel.AREAS OF EXPERTISEExecutive Management • Administration • Strategic Planning • Profit/Loss • Accountability • Marketing • Mergers and Acquisitions • Real Estate Development • Debt Structure • Finance • Accounting • Human Resources • Risk Management • Property Acquisition • Budgeting/Forecasting • Investor Relationship Management • Financial Reporting • Asset AcquisitionSKILLSTeam Building • Change Leadership • Analytical • Advocating • Decision-Making • Mentoring • Negotiation • Presentation • Problem Solving • Excellent Written and Verbal Communication • Motivated • Strong Work Ethic • Organized • Hands-OnORGANIZATIONS | AFFILIATIONSNational Restaurant Association• Key Legislative Advocate.Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association• Board Member, Government Affairs Committee and past Chair.Associated General Contractor’s Legislative Committee• Past MemberAscension St. John’s Hospital Foundation• Past Board Member and Finance Chair.Ascension St. John’s Hospital• Guild Board of Directors, past President and current Executive Committee.Country Club of Detroit• Current member of House and Communication Committees, past committees included Membership and Finance.Detroit Athletic Club• Past committees included Art and Architecture, Bowling Chair, Squash, Father/Daughter and Son Event, and Intermediate Counsel.University of Detroit Mercy• Past University Alumni Board President, past Business School Board of Advisors.
Listed skills include Forecasting and Budgets.
