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Madison, Wi, Us

Madison, Wi, Us

Madison, Wi, Us

Leading the expansion of investor networks at the Wisconsin Technology Council, I focus on fostering early stage investment opportunities for entrepreneurial ventures in high-tech sectors. By building relationships with investors and guiding companies through funding rounds, I contribute to growing Wisconsin's innovation economy. My work here reflects my passion for mentoring entrepreneurs, refining their investor pitches, and connecting them with critical resources.

Madison, Wisconsin, Us

As a consultant for Legacy Solar Co-op, I help accelerate the transition to clean energy solutions. I guide customers through solar PV design and deployment, ensuring their projects are both technically sound and financially viable. My background in energy, combined with financial expertise, allows me to advise on system design that maximizes efficiency and sustainability.

For more than two decades, I have partnered with companies to drive product development and market expansion in sectors such as medical devices, energy, and consumer products. My approach centers around aligning engineering teams with customer needs to foster innovation and profitability. I’ve played a key role in designing products, crafting financial models, and securing funding. I assist with everything from initial proformas to cash flow management, helping businesses achieve financial stability and growth.

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As CEO, I led Isomark through a transformative period of product development and early stage FDA processes for its breath-based infection detection technology. I was instrumental in securing $4 million in funding and steering the company toward regulatory and market readiness. My leadership extended to building strategic partnerships, guiding clinical trial design, and refining the go-to-market strategy for our medical technology.

Slipstream created Strive, a mobile-based platform technology connecting parks and recreation agencies and the community they serve. Exclusively marketed by the National Recreation and Parks Association, Strive revolutionizes community engagement. Oversaw the company through partnership negotiations, its initial trade show/marketing roll-out and initial funding rounds. http://www.gostrive.com

Madison, Wi, Us

After co-founding PowerDesigners in 1998, I returned to the company as CEO to lead a turnaround and restore profitability. Within the first year, I increased sales by 50%, reduced operational costs by $200,000, and achieved positive cash flow, resulting in a $1.5 million increase in net profit. I spearheaded the development of a new line of patented EV battery chargers and a web-based remote monitoring portal. My leadership focused on aligning engineering innovations with customer needs and reestablishing brand strength through new marketing strategies, making the company competitive in a challenging market.

With public and private support, launched the innovative program, the Wisconsin Angel Network (WAN), with the mission to increase early stage investments in Wisconsin’s entrepreneurial companies. Crafted and implemented a strategy for the long-term stability of the new organization, which was part of the Wisconsin Technology Council, a nonprofit focused on developing Wisconsin's high tech economcy. WAN assisted with the growth of Wisconsin's early stage investment market, which grew by 700 percent from 2005 to 2010. WAN's success and creative strategies have been noted nationwide by organizations including the National Governors Association, Midwestern Governors Association, the State Science and Technology Institute and the Kauffman Foundation. http://www.wisconsinangelnetwork.com

Madison, Wi, Us

In my role with the United Way, I supported their annual campaign by coordinating fundraising efforts within target companies. My work helped align corporate giving strategies with the United Way’s mission, promoting community-focused programs that deliver measurable outcomes for the Dane County area.

As a Policy Advisor, I played a key role in shaping economic development legislation for the State of Wisconsin. I worked closely with legislators and staff to craft policies that supported the growth of Wisconsin’s economy, particularly in high-tech sectors. My work involved analyzing legislation, preparing policy briefs, and collaborating with government leaders to drive initiatives that would have a lasting impact on the state’s business landscape.

Co-founder of power electronics product, design and consulting firm. Created and implemented business, financing, legal, and sales & market strategies. Controlled and monitored the company cash flows and resource allocation. Worked with a high tech engineering team to finalize prototypes and create commercially viable products. Raised over $3,500,000 in multiple rounds of debt and equity financing.

As a Co-founder of International Compactor Management, I led the business strategy for a new waste monitoring technology designed for global markets. My responsibilities included market research, business planning, and securing initial funding. While the venture was suspended due to IP licensing challenges, the experience sharpened my ability to navigate early-stage business development in international markets.

During a consulting assignment for PepsiCo Restaurants, I audited the financial operations of 34 Pizza Hut locations across Germany and Switzerland. I evaluated their management practices and financial reporting, providing critical feedback that influenced year-end performance reviews and bonus structures. My reports, written in German, contributed to operational improvements across the region.

As Financial Coordinator for the Feingold Senate Committee, I managed financial records and reporting, supported campaign fundraising efforts, and coordinated event logistics. My role included producing daily financial summaries for the Senator, managing compliance with tax and FEC reporting requirements, and assisting in the planning and execution of major fundraising events.

As a Junior Financial Analyst for Kraft General Foods, I was responsible for producing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports across multiple countries in Europe. My analysis covered sales volumes, gross margins, and performance variances, which were reviewed at the executive level. This role honed my financial modeling skills and deepened my understanding of global market dynamics.

Mba In Finance With Focus On Corporate Finance And Cash Flow Managent, Accounting And Finance

Ba, Philosophy, International Relations And Economics, International Business Certificate