Lindley Fire, Anaheim, CA ~$15M RevenueEvaluated and performed due diligence to identify and assess risks of a fire sprinkler contractor in Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. Performed various day-to-day operations such as negotiating sales and implementing the transfer of assets and employees to new corporation post-sale. Monitored expenses in an effective manner by restructuring job costing and estimating processes. Ensured adherence to contracts for multiple services and products by redesigning contracts and related procedures. Fostered and maintained professional relationships with vendors and secured financing despite the history of bankruptcy.Key AchievementsReversed a Net EBITDA Loss: Despite acquiring the company just as the COVID pandemic began, achieved a $500K profit in the first year post-bankruptcy by implementing cost optimization, strategic pricing, operational outsourcing, and organizational restructuring.Migrated to Cloud-Based Systems: Eliminated operational inefficiencies by transitioning the entire accounting and IT infrastructure to the cloud, removing reliance on paper job files and manual payroll and AP processes.Cultural Transformation: Revolutionized a 30-year-old company culture by introducing best practices, attracting top talent, streamlining processes, applying lean methodologies, and fostering a collaborative team environment.Upgraded Communication Systems: Reduced communication costs and enhanced accessibility by converting the traditional PBX phone system to VoIP technology.Enhanced Online Presence: Boosted web traffic and social media engagement by overhauling an outdated website and implementing effective SEO strategies and guidelines.

Add Insulation, Inc., Corona, CA ~$5M RevenueAcquisition and Turnaround of Underperforming Contractor: Evaluated and successfully acquired a struggling insulation and pest control company. Conducted comprehensive due diligence and implemented strategic initiatives that transformed the business into a profitable venture by analyzing market trends and formulating robust strategies. Sold business to competitor for healthy profit.Implemented Advanced Job Costing System: Designed and deployed a new job costing and estimating system, enhancing expense monitoring and enabling more accurate and profitable bidding on projects.Facilitated Strategic Team Meetings: Organized and chaired weekly meetings focused on key performance indicators (KPIs), new business development, best practices, and forecasting, driving optimal results and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.Key AchievementsExpanded Strategic Partnerships: Developed and strengthened professional relationships with major pest control companies such as Terminix, Clark, Orkin, and Dewey, significantly enhancing business opportunities and market reach.Optimized Market Presence: Relocated an unprofitable office from the Sacramento market to San Jose, tapping into a region eight times larger with better margin opportunities, which substantially improved profitability.Modernized IT Infrastructure: Migrated the data center and accounting/filing systems to cloud-based platforms, increasing operational efficiency, reducing overhead costs, and improving data accessibility and security.

Designed, built, and managed network for 200+ user base and up to 3000 employees across all clients in 9 offices in CA, AZ, NV. Built 30+ server NOC and eventually migrated entire stack to Hyper-v, then to cloud. Experience with Windows, Linux, Microsoft 365, Citrix, VMWare, Azure, AWS, various RMM packages.In addition to IT duties, managed corporate affairs including governance, insurance and litigation support.- Created/Managed corporate governance of over 50 corps, LLCs, partnerships in CA, AZ, NV and DE.- Procured/Managed over 15 contractors licenses in CA, AZ, NV. - Served on the boards of over 30 corporations. - Negotiated/Managed all insurance including GL/Auto/Work Comp. - Managed all lawsuits, and liaison with legal counsel and courts. Well-versed in construction defect and employee litigation – Over 1800 litigations since 2000. PMK at over 100 depositions. - Lead in 4 M&A actions.