I am a seasoned C-level private equity executive with extensive board experience as Board Chair of Gulfstream Goodwill, Founding member of the Conference of Boards for the $6 Billion Goodwill International Network, Independent Trustee and Governance Chair for the Carlyle Tactical Private Credit Interval Fund, and Finance Chair for the board of a venture-backed company, among other board seats.I bring finance expertise that encompasses fiduciary regulations, governance, and Robert's Rules of Order. I couple this expertise with a passion for creating, devising and innovating strategic and tactical plans that build companies and wealthDuring my 15+ years on Wall Street, I pioneered the idea, development and launch of a consumer products industry group at Paine Webber. I coined the term "These Orphans Need to be Adopted." Beginning on Wall Street and continuing through my private equity experience at Brynwood Partners, I collaborated on numerous M&A transactions that transformed orphan brands from neglected, declining businesses into profitable category leaders that attracted strategic investors.As a leader, I am both decisive yet inclusive in the decision-making process. I collaborate and participate with my fellow board members to discuss ideas and then put items to a vote and into action. Additionally, I leverage my skill and experience in ESG ("Environmental, Social, Governance") leadership to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) within organizations. I frequently present on the financial and private equity industries at various financial forums including The Capital Roundtable, The Association for Corporate Growth and M&A's Most Influential Women Speak. My expertise spans: -Corporate Finance, -Board Governance, -Strategic Planning, -Capital Markets, -Mergers and Acquisitions, -Business Transformation, -Financial Modeling, -ESG