CAPPS US is a full-service, integrated digital infrastructure platform providing telecom construction and equipment services. Created by Edgelight Capital, a PE firm, with exclusive partnership with SiFi Networks to build its FiberCities.As CEO, I led the creation of entire start-up platform. Responsible for all work streams to ensure readiness for launch of a firm estimated to be ~$1B annual revenues in 2 years. Launch placed on-hold as a result of delay in equity funding due to challenging market conditions for the first-time fund.▪ Created an operating plan for the start-up entity with a small team. Built a full ecosystem of vendor and partner. Selected operational software platform/CRM tools, engaged Accountants/lawyers for creating new entities and drafting contracts and partnered with insurance broker to provide sophisticated insurance/Captive structure for the entire platform. ▪ Led due diligence and valuation of 4 portfolio companies for potential acquisition after a $300M equity fund raise. Built a detailed budget/plan for discussions with investors.▪ Orchestrated a ~ $75M debt raise for asset financing for CAPPS Equipment sub-entity.▪ Finalized processes, technologies, and organizational/board design to enable scale and platform efficiencies. Developed operational KPIs and best-in-class practices to enable operational excellence across all portfolio companies.

Cavern Technologies is a secure, mission-critical data center with top-tier operational controls. It is one of the largest enterprise data centers in the Midwest. Acquired in 2021 by GI Partners, a premier PE firm, and merged with LightEdge Solutions. As its President, I was accountable for all functions of Cavern Technologies, a LightEdge company. Grew income ~100% over a 5-year period. Responsible for strategy, growth, P&L, operations, and exit/transaction of the business to GI Partners. Active board member facilitating all board communications and decisions. Post Cavern's sale in September 2021, ensured smooth transition to LightEdge/GI while leading additional M&A on behalf of GI. Completed one acquisition in April 2022, and pursued 25+ active conversations with CEO's/Founders for additional potential transactions and complete M&A plan by end of year 2023.▪ Instrumental in leading Cavern Technologies' sale to private equity firm (GI Partners) with valuation at industry leading earnings multiple and high returns to owners. Continue to function in the role ensuring smooth transition while leading additional acquisitions and new market entries for the PE firm.▪ Ensured readiness for M&A while leading conversations with bankers and PE for funding and buy/sell options.▪ Grew revenue and income ~20% annually, culminating in a successful sale to GI Partners.▪ Executed ~100% organic growth through initiatives in sales/marketing and product/technology while focused on customer experience and operations. Managed through an empowered team with clearly defined KPIs. ▪ Transformed product portfolio by adding public cloud connectivity, consulting services, and partnerships.▪ Attained high degree of success in leading acquisition activity for the PE platform since September 2021. Completed the acquisition of NFINIT in San Diego in April 2022, and pursued 25+ active conversations with CEO's/Founders for additional potential transactions.

Directed technology and operations for the mega-startup. Played a lead role in $930M capital raise. Avatron Park was conceived as a destination theme park offering branded, high-quality attractions and featuring hi-tech interactive experiences.▪ Secured $380M equity commitment from an international investor, $400M debt from Deutsche Bank, and $150M in state tax credits. Project fell short when equity backed out for political reasons.

Owned brand development, competitive response, and prioritization of $300M advertising plan. Direct reports included 3 directors and 1 vice president who had ownership of initiatives across consumer and business segments. Cablevision was acquired by Altice.▪ Created and executed go-to-market plans for new product introductions, pricing changes, and advertising campaigns that increased revenues by over $100M. Conceptualized, built, and executed a loyalty framework.

Led complex, high impact, and highest return initiatives prioritized by the CEO. Managed a team of ~ 100 including business strategists, technical experts, program managers, and consultants.▪ Drove $1B annual savings to the bottom line by leading and managing the orderly shutdown of the Nextel network. Provided oversight to hundreds of contracts, turndown of over 50 thousand network sites, introduction of new products, and smooth migration of millions of customers to the new network.Led the launch of high-speed LTE wireless service in 500 markets across the US.

Partnered with CEO in the prioritization and execution of company-wide key initiatives. ▪ Assisted with navigation of company’s turnaround and securing Sprint’s $20B Softbank’s acquisition. The transaction improved financial viability and stock price jumped 78%. ▪ Accountable for all CEO communications including those with external and internal stakeholders, financial analysts, media, the board and 40,000 employees.

Built a robust, innovative, and results-oriented product marketing capability. Led a 30-person team responsible for growing revenue by introducing new devices and apps.▪ Led the launch of new iPhone. Drove 80% revenue growth in other devices such as tablets, notebooks, and hotspots. Built a $50M annual revenue stream for mobile apps.

Accountable for the P&L of small business segment. Also led product management, sales operations, and eCommerce/digital business for entire corporation. Managed a 150-person team. ▪ Propelled annual revenue by $50M organically through turnaround of the company’s $500M small business segment by increasing acquisition by 120% and reducing customer losses by 17%. ▪ Grew digital channel to 10% of total sales for the company. Launched new products to fuel growth.

Led merger integration of a 2000-person operations organization. Built a new organizational design, consolidated work centers, and executed a plan to integrate systems & processes which were completed with minimal disruption.

Led nationwide engineering team of 400. Created a new product with $50M revenue stream. Achieved 30% cost reduction by standardizing processes nationwide and implementing work-sharing initiative.

Facilitated key initiatives towards the spinoff of Sprint’s Local Telecommunications Division into a Fortune 300 company. Played key role in execution of a $35M brand launch and development of Embarq/Sprint intercompany agreements.

Built a $100M EBITDA High Speed Internet Business by increasing customer base from 30K to 237K in 18 months. Created an aggressive marketing program and a new product development team to enable growth. Also, led sales through all new channels including digital/eCommerce (10% of total) and wholesale markets.