Dark Horse Technologies, LLC is a woman-owned small business headquartered in Northern Virginia. We specialize in providing systems engineering and cybersecurity services to both commercial and Federal customers. Our capabilities include expertise in digital modernization, cross domain solutions and insider threat tools and programs. Our business philosophy is based on a commitment to technical excellence and a passion for customer mission success.

SCOPE: Strategy and P&L management * 200 employees * 7 direct reports * Manage all operations, finance, product development, marketing, and salesGrew revenue 150% in last 2 years of tenure and overall, played key role on the executive team that increased sales 10-fold and expanded from 40 employees to 200 over a decade. Led evolution of the company, establishing a growth posture and transforming into an enterprise player and industry leader in the marketplace known for innovative adjacent and transformational technologies. Led company to implement the finance and operational infrastructure to support growth. Formalized all accounting, finance, human resources, office administrative, and legal functions, creating the foundation that enabled 900% revenue growth in 10 years. Sold the company in 2010 to Raytheon and spearheaded transition from a privately held technical company into the thriving, growing subsidiary of a large one.Catapulted the company to the top of the market, becoming widely known for expertise and innovation. Developed and launched 3 new products in the past year, with a 4th planned for mid-2013, expanding offerings to installed customer base and illustrating commitment to innovation.Created a company culture that nurtures creativity and innovation, promotes teamwork, and gives all employees a voice, establishing a sense of participation and ownership in results. Penetrated international markets and positioned for continuous growth in this area.

SCOPE: Reported to CEO and Board of Directors * 3 direct reports * All finance, accounting, and investor relationsChampioned development of infrastructure for accounting, financial analysis, and fundraising, preparing for and then leading this VC-backed company through Series B and C funding, then selling the company to First Advantage, Inc. Remained as a consultant to assist in the sale and integration process, completed in early 2004.Served as a strategic partner in developing finance infrastructure to propel execution of growth strategy. Created 5-year plan and developed models to relocate SaaS applications to a data center.Strengthened relationship with the Board of Directors, creating a formal budget process and financial analysis/reporting structure that improved the level of trust the BoD had in the overall financial competency of the company.Flipped revenue recognition model to achieve more expediency. Played lead role in ultimate acquisition of company.

SCOPE: Accounting department management (U.S. and international) * 8 reports * SEC reporting * Audit liaison * Financial analysis and reporting * Treasury management * Stock compensation management/administration * Credit management * Tax accounting * M&A due diligencePromoted just 4 months after initial hire to this growing, expanding company. Quickly strengthened internal controls and improved quality of financial reporting and information that had been deficient at time of hire, regaining trust of the CFO and external auditors. Played significant role in facilitating sale of the company to PeopleSoft.

SCOPE: Accounting management * SEC filing * Internal controls * Financial reporting * Credit management Leveraged public accounting background to bring in controls and strengthen financial and accounting processes and help this growing company prepare to go to the public markets. Scaled company for rapid growth, expanding accounting team from 5 to 25 people and managing transition to an SAP ERP system. Contributed to SEC filings and collaborated on IPO team, bringing the company public for a record (at the time) $126+ million.

Staff accountant in the audit department, providing support to senior accountants. Performed wide variety of audit testing, interacted with top accounting and finance management. Clients served included manufacturing concerns, healthcare plans, and other corporations.