Passionate about building companies.Began career with positions at 2 large banks, learning from top bankers, particularly in regard to M&A investment banking. Moved into a highly entrepreneurial role at a private equity firm and venture investment bank, focused on identifying unique & attractive investment opportunities for itself and its investors, taking a long-term, value-investment approach: High-potential companies within emerging market trends, yet maintaining a focus on value, never paying for lofty valuations.My other passion is volunteering within the special needs community, and I feel fortunate to spend much of my spare time working with, and learning from these wonderful people. Spent summers at HASC, the Academy for Special Children, working 24/7 with special needs children. Big believer in the power of immunotherapy as a treatment method for cancer and other degenerative diseases which have claimed the lives of so many including some family members near and dear to me. Favorite quote: We can find a cure in our lifetime.