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Woodland Hills, California, Us

LA based consulting firm with over 100+ professionals that regularly work with private equity and venture capital firms in the technology, retail & distribution, manufacturing, and entertainment space (among other industries). The company assists both US based and international based clients on projects consisting of M&A support, CFO services, and the execution of other high level and strategic financial and operational initiatives.Some of my project highlights:- Project manager and interim CFO and sitting BOD member during post merger integration of LA based tech / clean energy (EV)company purchased by Fortune 50 company.- Worked with leading LA based Private Equity firm in the technology space: projects include M&A support and interim CFO role of Silicon Valley based SAAS software company, restructuring and exit of Salt Lake City based tech company, and foreign operations restructuring of Atlanta based tech company.- Assisted leading Hollywood talent agency on financial and operational oversight of new digital entertainment startup in the television industry (serving as CFO).- Helped merge Accounting and Finance operations of acquired Silicon Valley software company into Denver based parent (post acquisition).- CFO for major motion picture creative advertising agency. Worked closely with private equity investors and CEO helping business restructure during major transitional time for industry.- Helped with start-up of major LA based fin tech company expanding into new venture - Worked in New Orleans for leading concert promotions and music festival company. Was responsible for financial oversight of $15M Florida music festival. - Worked with ex Network TV President on launch of new Television production company- Worked with multi companies in the food & beverage industry including farming. Served as interim CFO and helped stand up an accounting department post-acquisition and build out management reporting function.

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Instantly (formerly known as uSamp) is one of the world’s fastest growing technology and insights companies, providing global online and mobile innovative solutions used by major corporations and market research agencies. The Company was sold in January 2016 to SSI. Instantly is based in Los Angeles with offices in London, Paris, Frankfurt, New Delhi and New York and Dallas. Oversight of global finance and operations team. Expanded company into offshore operations model and personally managed India office and staff. Helped lead multiple financing rounds with over $30m in raised capital and $15m in new debt facilities. Attended quarterly board meetings and led financial and operational discussions. Brought on during early growth stage and grew company to over 250 employees with an approximately 300% increase in revenue during that time. Led transaction team that resulted in successful sell of the company to large industry competitor SSI in January 2016.Inc. 500 list 2012Forbes #11 most proming companies 2012uSamp Founders Named 2011 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist.uSamp Named 2011 Red Herring 100 Finalist.AlwaysOn Names uSamp to Global 250 Top Private Companies List for 2011.uSamp Named One of the Best Places to Work in L.A. by the Los Angeles Business Journal

Chicago, Illinois, Us

Worked with senior level executives and founders of companies in order to improve their businesses and restructure operations. Generated outstanding profitability gains for major companies, implemented critical financial structures for start-ups, and spearheaded turnaround/restructuring efforts within aggressive timeframes. Heralded or long-term strategy development, as well as hands-on management of accounting, finance, and treasury operations. Built and maintained lasting business relationships. Fostered implementation of international forecasting and reporting capabilities. Developed cash flow projections and tools. Demonstrated expertise in risk mitigation and SOX compliance. Garnered praise for recruiting, training, and mentoring top-tier staff. Established track record of consistently capitalizing on new opportunities, driving down operating expenditures, and delivering unique business solutions. Chairman of Consultant Advisory Board. Worked closely with DLC executive team on development of programs and as an advisor on consultant issues. (LISTED SOME PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS BELOW)

Chatsworth, Ca, Us

- CFO of $1 billion international consumer goods company with Hong Kong supply chain and manufacturing locations throughout the world- In charge of worldwide accounting, finance and treasury operations m- Assisted in restructuring / turnaround of company ($200M cost reductions)- Restructured a $300M syndicated debt facility with a private equity investor- Participated in earnings calls and bank presentations - NYC private equity - Help manage banking syndicate relationship during workout period- Established worldwide cash tracking and treasury functions - Worked in London office establishing European reporting function process

- Assistance to start-ups and VC backed organizations- Initial set-up of bugeting and financial reporting processes- Meetings with board of directors and VC firms- Negotiated and secured initial company bank loans- Evaluation and implementation of basic internal controls- Establishment and implementation of basic business procedures

Glendale, Ca, Us

- VP Finance for $1.5B home entertainment division of studio- Developed analytical models to forecast revenue streams- Anaylzed project profitablity for independent movie acquisitions- Developed foreign office F/X reporting tools to track currency exposures - Prepared profit by product reports and analyzed key cost drivers

Houston, Tx, Us

- Led SOX implementation for foreign oil & gas divisions for $20 billion company- Worked in Middle East in various regional offices for Oxy - based out of Oman- Analyzed business processes and documented internal controls- Planned and implemented quarterly / mid year Sox reporting- Flow charted business processes and risk using Risk Navigator- Participated on corporate panel for RFP on next generation SOX tool

- Corporate controller for $300M Virgin retail store chain - Assisted in restructuring of company debt and turnaround- Responsible for all company-wide financial reporting- Created cash flow forecast and managed treasury function- Managed year end inventory process across 21 retail stores- Renegotiated A/P and short-term debts to increase cash flow- Maintained borrowing base and projected loan availability- Responsible for year-end audit with KPMG- Worked closely with London - Virgin home office - Assisted in identification and hiring of full-time controller

- Major post production facility for film, television, and music videos- Responsible for all financial managment of the company- Worked with the CEO on design and implementation of business strategy- Preparation of annual business plan and financial forecasts- Managed cash flow and relationships with the bank institutions- Prepared written analysis of business for equity investors- Established proper accounting & finance department (staffing/systems/controls)- ---

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- $600M international movie production & distribution, television, and music co.- Domestic and foreign financial statement preparation for 15 different entities- Managment of production budgets and on location spending- Corporate tax compliance and preparation (both US and foreign)- Management of all corporate treasury functions- Performed valuations of entertainment properties (foreign TV library)- Responsible for all participation and residual reporting- European travel to deal with key foreign tax issues and establishment of royalty scheme- Strong working knowledge of motion picture (production & distribution) television and music industries

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Burbank, Ca, Us