Partnering with business and government in the areas of strategy, operations and business development to drive process improvement and sustainable change. Clients include large organizations as well as numerous start-ups and entrepreneurs. Serve on several company advisory boards.

Lead a team of Wharton MBAs providing advisory services to small business owners and entrepreneurs. Teach workshop in strategic business planning. Lead monthly roundtables for CEOs/founders to address critical issues and pressing opportunities impacting their businesses. Mentor start-up companies.

Pathway Technologies Incorporated (PTI) provides solutions for the design and development of distributed embedded systems comprising multiple electronic control units, communication nodes and devices, other hardware, sensors, etc. PTI’s software products seamlessly integrate the process of system design with code generation and calibration for such networked systems. We do this primarily in R&D and prototyping in the Smart Grid/Sustainable Energy space but also work in Automotive and other… Show more Pathway Technologies Incorporated (PTI) provides solutions for the design and development of distributed embedded systems comprising multiple electronic control units, communication nodes and devices, other hardware, sensors, etc. PTI’s software products seamlessly integrate the process of system design with code generation and calibration for such networked systems. We do this primarily in R&D and prototyping in the Smart Grid/Sustainable Energy space but also work in Automotive and other sectors. Show less

Pathway Technologies Incorporated (PTI) provides solutions for the design and development of distributed embedded systems comprising multiple electronic control units, communication nodes and devices, other hardware, sensors, etc. PTI’s software products seamlessly integrate the process of system design with code generation and calibration for such networked systems.

Led US operations for a start-up solar roofing company, including strategy, operations, business development, sales/marketing, PR.

Worked with entrepreneurs/start-ups on organizational development, planning, marketing, operations and fundraising. 2005 Executive in Residence of the Year.

Vice President, Military Services; General manager of new business venture focused on providing consulting, food and support services to military market. Led all aspects of business start-up including strategy, operations, and sales & marketing. Vice President, Business Development; Responsible for new business, client service, process improvement and knowledge-sharing activities across 8 business units with $7 billion in revenue. Reported to Group President. Member, Executive… Show more Vice President, Military Services; General manager of new business venture focused on providing consulting, food and support services to military market. Led all aspects of business start-up including strategy, operations, and sales & marketing. Vice President, Business Development; Responsible for new business, client service, process improvement and knowledge-sharing activities across 8 business units with $7 billion in revenue. Reported to Group President. Member, Executive Leadership Council, top 200 global executives. Led integration of $400 million Canadian business unit into US lines of business, delivering increased profits through revenue enhancement and cost reductions. Consulted internally with various business units, including leadership of strategic planning process, sales and marketing support, creation of consulting product offering, procurement, and executive coaching. Show less

Directed core team of 20 (began with 1 direct report) and influenced actions of 150 field personnel, setting policy and overseeing purchasing activities for 22,000 employees in 140 US offices. Member of Operations leadership team, reporting to National Director of Operations Services. Developed and directed $2+ million operating budget. Developed and implemented Firm’s first national purchasing process, defining vision, strategy, and organization.Generated over $15 million in profit in… Show more Directed core team of 20 (began with 1 direct report) and influenced actions of 150 field personnel, setting policy and overseeing purchasing activities for 22,000 employees in 140 US offices. Member of Operations leadership team, reporting to National Director of Operations Services. Developed and directed $2+ million operating budget. Developed and implemented Firm’s first national purchasing process, defining vision, strategy, and organization.Generated over $15 million in profit in year one by driving supplier partnerships in key commodity categories; grew influence to over $200 million in annual spend. Process improvement and technology efforts resulted in additional millions of dollars of efficiencies, allowing redirection of work efforts to more value-added activities. Key driver of first-ever Vision and Strategic Plan for Operations Services. Show less

Led local practice efforts to raise awareness in the marketplace and increase sales. Coordinated activities of five service lines; developed Procurement and Strategy centers of excellence.

Worked with small business owners and entrepreneurs to develop/improve their businesses. Designed and presented financial management, strategic planning and marketing seminars; #1 evaluated instructor. Awarded Bernard Foundation award as Best Consultant in a Small Business Development Center.

Led 5 divisions responsible for financial and inventory management, procurement, food service, retail services, disbursements and administration onboard US Navy destroyer; managed, trained, and evaluated 70 personnel.