Lou Kertesz Email & Phone Number

Thousand Palms, California, United States

NextWave Digital Marketing helps small & mid-sized businesses gain greater Brand exposure and drive revenue growth by using a suite of proprietary internet marketing & software tools. We first analyze our client's existing online presence, online reputation and pertinent digital assets. We then develop & implement a plan to improve their reputation, if necessary, and gain the broadest brand exposure in the most cost-effective way possible. Over the years, primarily through client referrals, we have developed a group of long-term clients throughout the nation we have the privilege of serving.

Seattle, Wa

Turning Point Consulting is a leader in "predictive hiring" and uses cutting-edge assessment technology to help our client companies drive revenue growth, hire smarter and experience less turnover by identifying key attributes of the company's top performers and then assure that new hires and internal promotions possess those critical characteristics. We are currently not accepting new clients and focus on serving our existing client base.We utilize the latest generation of assessment technology that goes well beyond the simple personality traits found in the first generation tools like the DISC and Myers-Briggs tests. Used for sales teams (inside or outside) where client has current performance data, the client's ROI for using assessments is typically over several thousand percent return. Also used for Managers, C-Level Executives & Teams.We have a nationwide client base that spans a wide variety of industries.

Seattle, Wa

We (Pacific Northwest Partners) invested in Pet's Choice, Inc. I accepted a 1+ year assignment as VP of M&A to open-up & grow the Greater Phoenix & Arizona market for Pet's Choice. Led all M&A activity in the State of AZ including (1) prospect hospital identification, (2) outreach, development & building relationships with the Veterinarian owners, (3) create & present the offer to purchase and finally, (4) close the acquisition. I was responsible for the acquisition of many premiere veterinary hospitals/practices in the Greater Phoenix area & the AZ market. In 2005, Pet's Choice had 46 hospitals and over 1,000 employees when it was purchased by VCA for $60 million in an all cash acquisition.

This experience exposed Lou to hundreds of business models and many industries. He brings extensive practical knowledge about how businesses work and grow to his clients. He co-founded this venture capital fund in Seattle, WA with assets of $30+ million. As a General Partner in this fund, Lou: * conducted legal, financial and operational due diligence including market research * made private equity investments in 10 companies * was Chairman of BOD for auto aftermarket retail / service store chain with 30+ locations * served on Boards of Directors for 3 portfolio companies * was a frequent speaker at local VC functions * solicited private equity investors * raised $8+ million in private equity investments for Seattle high-tech start-up companies outside of the fund and additionally raised $4.3 million in convertible debt for Seattle high-tech start-up companies

Lou was a key member of operating team that grew Intermec from $26 million to $258 million in 9 years. Intermec was acquired by Litton Industries in 1991 in an all cash purchase. At Intermec, Lou successfully managed the challenges associated with 40+% annual growth rates. He understands what it takes to create and manage such growth. A few of his accomplishments involved: * Corporate employment grew from 238 to 2,000+ employees worldwide with Lou in charge of Human Resources and developed a corporate culture that valued resolving employee complaints “in house.” In 8 years, there were no legal actions taken against the company by employees. * Created a work environment that was regarded as one of the “10 Best Places to Work” in Puget Sound. * Member of 3-person Executive Team that converted Rep. / Distributor sales force to Company owned sales channel. Effort produced 13 acquisitions in 23 months. * Designed and implemented a sales compensation plan that was regarded as the “best in the industry” (attracted and retained best sales professionals and eliminated poor performers quickly while achieving G&A objectives) * In charge of $33 million project to acquire land (75 acre site) and build new 330,000+ sq.ft. Corp. HQ and manufacturing facility. Project was completed on time (one yr.) and on budget with a “build out” cost that was approximately 19% less than comparable facilities at the time (1991) * Regarded as a “gifted” interviewer able to select outstanding people * Overall responsibilities included the following departments and an operating budget over $14MM: Human Resources, Legal Affairs, Information Technology, Facilities, Community Affairs and he was the Corporate Ethics Officer.

Mba, Business

B.A., Psychology