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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles, California, United States

Responsible for all Financial functions of Hybe America (US subsidiary of Hybe Corp publicly traded on Korean stock exchange)- Evaluate, structure and execute on all company transactions (acquisitions and dispositions) which have exceeded $2 billion to date- Assess and assist in launch of new businesses (sales, operations, staffing, infrastructure, integration)- Manage all Finance, Accounting, Tax, IT, Facilities, and some Human Resource functions

Los Angeles, Ca

Responsible for all Financial functions of PE-backed Music-Based Entertainment company.- Part of executive team responsible for setting and executing on company strategy which included acquisition by Hybe America in 2021.- Evaluate, structure and execute on all company transactions (acquisitions and dispositions)- Assess and assist in launch of new businesses (sales, operations, staffing, infrastructure)- Manage all Finance, Accounting, Tax, IT, and some Human Resource… Show more Responsible for all Financial functions of PE-backed Music-Based Entertainment company.- Part of executive team responsible for setting and executing on company strategy which included acquisition by Hybe America in 2021.- Evaluate, structure and execute on all company transactions (acquisitions and dispositions)- Assess and assist in launch of new businesses (sales, operations, staffing, infrastructure)- Manage all Finance, Accounting, Tax, IT, and some Human Resource functions- Evaluate and optimize various tax/legal/business structures for all potential transactions including various uses of debt and/or equity- Manage company health and welfare plans, insurance, and real estate Show less

Camarillo, Ca

Recruited to lead all Accounting, Finance, Procurement, Billing, Collections, Treasury and some HR functions. Managed a $25M annual operating budget and team of 15. Provided decision support to the CEO, Board and private equity investors. Main challenges included managing a high growth business through both industry and customer transition simultaneously. - Increased financial visibility into the business and departmental accountability by implementing improved budgeting and… Show more Recruited to lead all Accounting, Finance, Procurement, Billing, Collections, Treasury and some HR functions. Managed a $25M annual operating budget and team of 15. Provided decision support to the CEO, Board and private equity investors. Main challenges included managing a high growth business through both industry and customer transition simultaneously. - Increased financial visibility into the business and departmental accountability by implementing improved budgeting and forecasting tools and processes. - Placed tighter controls on staffing and operating expenses enabling the company to increase its revenue base without adding extensive incremental costs as traditionally needed. - Improved management of customer bookings, backlog, sales pipeline, inventory returns, and billing by strengthening sales and operational processes. - Accelerated the conversion of backlog into revenues (estimated $2M in EBITDA annually). - Improved forecasting results by implementing new bookings and pipeline lead processes. - Established infrastructure needed to position the company for acquisition. Served on executive team responsible for completing the sale of business to another private equity firm and strategic buyer. - Maximized team’s performance, providing hands-on, approachable leadership and ongoing mentoring to enhance skill and leadership development. Show less

Burbank, Ca

Led worldwide financial function for a $300M operating unit, overseeing operating plans, forecasts, accounting close, business reviews, and special projects (strategic plans, commission plans). Supervised five direct reports and managed total staff of 50 across US, Europe and Asia. Held multiple reporting lines to Chief Financial Officer of Ascent Media, head of Sales and head of Operations. - Rebuilt Division’s relationship with Corporate. Improved rapport and collaboration;… Show more Led worldwide financial function for a $300M operating unit, overseeing operating plans, forecasts, accounting close, business reviews, and special projects (strategic plans, commission plans). Supervised five direct reports and managed total staff of 50 across US, Europe and Asia. Held multiple reporting lines to Chief Financial Officer of Ascent Media, head of Sales and head of Operations. - Rebuilt Division’s relationship with Corporate. Improved rapport and collaboration; ensured proactive communication of changes. Drove a healthy balance between Corporate and Division needs. - Strengthened value proposition in the market by offering stand-alone pricing or a shared services option, enabling previously priced-out customers to engage company’s services. - Partnered with Sales and Operations on numerous multi-million dollar client proposals, often meeting directly with customers to help better address their concerns and/or requirements to gain approval. - Led transition to a matrix organization. Mediated between disparate groups following restructuring, driving common ground between Divisional Sales and Operations, CEO and the Board of Directors. - Drove analysis and integration of Media and Distribution business synergies. - Reduced physical footprint moving to a shared operational facilities. - Introduced new commission structure to provide cross-selling opportunities and enable staffing reductions. - Oversaw valuation of the company’s phantom stock option plan, including the impact of any potential acquisitions and divestitures.- Served on executive team that divested multiple businesses resulting in the sale of four businesses valued at $400M+. Various businesses included Digital Signage (Accent Health), Systems Integration, Media Management and Network Distribution. Show less

Burbank, Ca

Led worldwide corporate planning function including annual operating plans, five-year plans, capital planning, forecasts, board presentations and special projects. Reported to the Corporate Controller and CFO, supervising four direct reports and six indirect reports. Led development of a unified infrastructure to integrate and support three divisions and multiple business units under one financial reporting structure. Established framework and five-year plan to achieve goal.

Glendale, Ca

Tapped to lead global technology initiative with multiple reporting lines to Segment and Corporate Controllers. Supervised four direct reports and managed a total staff of 30 across the U.S., Europe and Asia. Co-led 3-year global SAP ERP implementation with focus on GL process improvement, significantly unifying Disney’s finance and human resource operations worldwide.

Burbank, Ca

Recruited to head up newly formed Media division. Reported to Segment Controller, supervising two direct reports. Analyzed Media segment businesses (ABC TV Network, TV/Radio Stations, ESPN, Disney Cable and International Television) including forecasts, operating plans, five-year plans and special projects. Co-led five-year plan process for all Media segment businesses with Strategic Planning. Negotiated / prepared due diligence for sale of TV production subsidiary.

Ventura, Ca

Senior Manager, Corporate Development 1999-2000Senior Manager, Strategic Planning 1998-1999

Burbank, Ca

Manager, Corporate Operations Planning, 1997-1998Senior Business Planner, Operations Planning, 1995-1997Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate Planning, 1992-1995Financial Analysis, Corporate Planning, 1991-1992

Mba, International Finance

B.S., Finance And Real Estate

Activities and Societies: President, Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity