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As the Chief Operating Officer (COO), I play a pivotal role in overseeing various aspects of the organization. Primarily, I am responsible for managing the financial aspects, including billing and P&L (Profit and Loss) analysis, ensuring the financial health and stability of the company. Additionally, I handle the overall management of business processes and basic operations, ensuring efficiency and smooth functioning. One of my key responsibilities is to ensure that the company and staff are aligned with and actively working towards achieving our goals.

In my leadership as a Vice President of Operations, I leverage best practices in overseeing business operations with 20+ team members, accomplishing duties related to finance/accounting, business development, human resources, technology integration, and project management. Also, I oversee the overall management of financial reporting to be submitted to the executive management, investors, and clients. To increase revenue growth from $0 to $5mm ARR in 3 years, I helped establish and sustain robust relationships with clients. Lastly, I interface with the executive management & employees to implement business strategies for product and business growth.

Working as a Consultant, I closely work with early-stage companies and businesses that needed business advice on day-to-day business operations. I also work with businesses as they prepare for and navigate the fundraising process. My work involves providing consulting services, spanning from business management to startup/project financing and online marketing. Also, I analyze organizational practices and recommended business solutions to achieve 100% work productivity.As a fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO), I provide strategic guidance and operational expertise to businesses on a part-time or project basis. My duties have included assessing and optimizing business processes, streamlining operations, and implementing efficient systems to enhance productivity and profitability. I work closely with the leadership team to develop and execute business strategies, manage day-to-day operations, and ensure the company's goals are being met. Additionally, I can oversee financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. My expertise in operations, strategy, and leadership enable me to bring valuable insights and make informed decisions to drive business growth and success.

Having served as a Principal/Partner, I oversaw the organization's internal operations and its departments to ensure efficiency. I was accounted for preparing and delivering financial reporting to Managing Partners and LPs while generating financial reports and calculating variances in portfolio budgets. Integral to my job was to secure investments worth ~$15mm by sourcing, evaluating, and conducting due diligence and verification processes. In streamlining business operations necessary to facilitate success, I collaborated with portfolio companies. I strengthened business relationships with other venture capitalists and angel investors relevant to business growth.

Murrieta, Ca, Us

As a VP of Investment Operations, I maximized relationships with the company’s 400+ investors while assisting in fundraising efforts to raise $12mm in funding. Also, I maneuvered strategic partnerships for various search platforms and reported financial results on a monthly basis. My other duties involved accurately balancing and maintaining various department’s budgets while keeping comprehensive and detailed accounting ledgers. I was immersed in consulting marketing strategies and programs for search platforms to identify room for opportunities.

Raised funds to start the company from 500 Startups, Right Ventures and several other angel investors.CoCreated the platform and oversaw the development and design while managing the day-to-day operations of the company.Ultimately misjudged the market on people wanting a resale site for niche items. Could not compete with the OfferUps and other Craigslist competitors starting around the same time.Coordinate strategic partnerships to assist in growing our user base.Create and manage marketing campaigns (Adwords, In-Stream, Facebook, Bloggers, etc)Handle company finances.

New York, New York, Us

In my capacity as a Director of Business Development and later a Business Development Consultant, I steered the business development department with a team that brought in large national and franchise partners for the In-Stream video marketing platform. I was highly involved in managing larger partner and reseller relationships. To generate and finalize the In-Stream marketing product and platform, I collaborated with the product team and developers. Additionally, I amplified partner and reseller relationships and managed the Citisquares property, accumulating a value of $25mm. I introduced new marketing products together with the client’s marketing teams and the company’s developers & marketing team.

My tenure as a Co-Founder/VP of Operations provided me with an avenue to co-develop a directory focused on aggregating everyday accessible deals from local businesses nationwide. Also, I optimized business operations, involving hiring and managing different departments to ensure seamless workflow. By strategically managing partner relationships, I maximized business development for the company. While overseeing the acquisition of Citisquares, I raised funds from Jason Calcanis, 500 startups, and tomorrow ventures. Lastly, I assisted in the sale of the company to Sightly (fka PixelFish) 4 months after the official launch, following standard operating procedures.

Murrieta, Ca, Us

As a Director of Business Development, I was initially responsible for overseeing biz dev department after Search Initiatives (SI) purchased eLocal Hosting. Moreover, I sustained relationships with corporate clients, strategic partners, and resellers, as well as the business development team. I strategized relations that accounted for roughly 2M unique paid business listings for the company’s platform. Notable to my job was transitioning from business development to providing oversight for general operations and helping struggling departments to better their performance and operate in the black.

As a VP & Co-Founder, I employed tactics to grow the company from 10 employees to 65 in one (1) year before being acquired by Search Initiatives in January 2009. Also, I supported the development of local SEO and web design/hosting product sets for small businesses. Relevant to continuous business development and revenue growth, I proactively attended to corporate clients and partners. Under my direction we grew from a client base of 0 to nearly 8k before the company was acquired.

English, Photography, Film

Diploma, English/Film