Chief Executive Officer
Long time senior leader at Performance Bike. Played key role in growing business into largest specialty Cycling retailer in the United States over lengthy and successful tenure. Negotiated, performed due diligence, and closed on acquisitions totaling over $100M in revenue (and requisite earnings) in a five year window during time as CFO. Promoted to CEO in May, 2011. Increased gross margin rate over 200 basis points and increased EBITDA in excess of 20% over the prior year in 2nd year in the role. Over time moved brand to a more authoritative, credible position in the marketplace and implemented full multi-channel capability (winning Multi-Channel Retailer of the Year in 2016 in the U.S. Cycling Market). Ultimately led successful sell of the Company in August, 2016.
