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Dallas, Texas, United States

Strategically acquired 20 high-yield rental properties and executed 40+ lucrative fix-and-flip transactions in prime residential markets. Implemented multi-channel lead generation strategies, leveraging targeted texting campaigns, direct mail initiatives, and aggressive cold calling. Orchestrated complex financing arrangements for each deal and spearheaded end-to-end project management from property acquisition to profitable disposition.

Oxnard, California, United States

Spearheaded transformative overhaul of core business functions: Accounting, IT, and HR, driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Revitalized HR: rebuilt employee trust, implemented cutting-edge compensation structures, performance systems, and Workers' Comp management. Revolutionized IT infrastructure: successfully deployed a new ERP system, dramatically enhancing business support quality and responsiveness. Maintained administrative workforce stability and cost control while facilitating double-digit growth across all business segments. Ensured robust financial governance through strategic planning, P&L optimization, and precise cash flow forecasting, fueling sustainable success. • Slashed monthly closing cycle from 40 to 10 days by reengineering financial processes and implementing advanced reporting systems. • Leveraged executive leadership to catalyze improved decision-making, strategic alignment, and goal attainment across the organization. • Pioneered groundbreaking initiatives: established company-owned worker clinics and innovative deferred compensation plan.

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Orchestrated comprehensive accounting operations and global financial leadership, fortifying fiscal infrastructure amid accelerated expansion. Spearheaded the inaugural Sarbanes-Oxley compliance initiative, ensuring stringent adherence to standards across international operations. Enhanced financial processes, including purchase accounting and goodwill impairment testing, facilitating 14 successful company acquisitions. Streamlined monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting cycles, accelerating press releases and SEC filings for improved market responsiveness. Provided strategic guidance to in-country Controllers on US GAAP compliance, elevating global accounting practices and control mechanisms. • Drove financial integration of acquisitions, catalyzing a 35% company growth rate, with international operations comprising 80% of total revenues. • Cultivated robust relationships with external auditors and adeptly championed technical issues, securing favorable outcomes consistently.

Libertyville, Illinois, United States

Transformed financial and IT operations for a $130MM global manufacturer, establishing robust accounting infrastructure and internal controls. Optimized accounting processes and reporting mechanisms, achieving a 12-day reduction in the monthly closing cycle and enhancing operational efficiency. Developed and implemented comprehensive policies and procedures, elevating staff performance and significantly boosting user satisfaction metrics. Spearheaded working capital optimization initiatives, reducing receivables and inventory by $10 million. Conducted in-depth financial analysis, including product and regional margin assessments, to drive cost control strategies and budget optimization. • Secured $2 million in savings and salvaged critical Abbott Labs relationships through strategic negotiation of complex acquisition issues. • Exceeded profit targets by $4M despite sales shortfall, leveraging incisive financial reporting, margin analysis, and cost reduction strategies.

• Leveraged financial acumen as Controller to drive strategic business development initiatives. The exceptional performance led to promotion to Director of Business Development.Controller, Smartcard Division (1998 – 1999) • Architected comprehensive accounting infrastructure, controls, and procedures for innovative Smartcard startup. Oversaw financial operations for card manufacturing and transit fare management software solutions.Director, Financial Planning (1995 – 1998) • Orchestrated financial planning and analysis for six global divisions with $600M in revenue. Developed annual and long-range plans, forecasts, and performance analyses. Consolidated and presented financial results to executive leadership.Senior Operations Controller (1989 – 1995)• Spearheaded financial operations for Latin American two-way radio communication business. Managed finances for key country sales subsidiaries and a Mexico-based manufacturing facility.

Controller / CFO – $150M Foodservice Distributor (1988 – 1989)Acquisitions Integration Manager (1987 – 1988)• Recruited to spearhead the integration of 20 food service distributor acquisitions, driving comprehensive operational synergies and financial optimization. • Conducted a rigorous evaluation of internal controls, business processes, accounting systems, and key personnel across acquired entities. • Designed and implemented strategic corrective action plans to standardize operations and maximize post-acquisition value creation. • Orchestrated seamless integration of disparate accounting practices, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Second Concentration in Marketing

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Business And Accounting, Minor In Computer Science

Passed The State Of Illinois Cpa Exam