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Satellite Beach, Florida, Us

• Applies mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.• Maintains accurate invoice summaries and collection records to enhance monitoring of billing and cash inflows.• Manages accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll functions.• Utilizes research to create an actionable go-to-market strategy.• Cultivates and maintains industry relationships and customer partnerships to capitalize on opportunities and maximize business success.• Collaborates with the leadership teams to launch and scale new businesses from the ground up.• Builds dynamic new companies using proprietary technology.Government Grants & Business Development •Secured Government Grants: Successfully obtained government grants totaling to support business development initiatives, demonstrating a strong understanding of grant application processes and requirements. •Business Planning & Proforma Development: Developed comprehensive proformas and financial models to project business growth, profitability, and sustainability, effectively utilizing these tools in securing funding and guiding strategic decisions •Pitch Deck Creation: Crafted compelling pitch decks that effectively communicated the business vision, financial potential, and operational strategy to investors and grant committees, leading to successful funding rounds and partnership • Monday.com: Utilized Monday.com for project management, tracking tasks and deadlines, resulting in extensive improvement in project delivery times. • Box: Implemented Box for secure document storage • Gusto: Processed payroll and managed employee benefits using Gusto • Bill.com: Managed accounts payable and receivable through Bill.com, streamlining invoice processing and enhancing cash flow visibility. • ADP: Administered payroll and employee records through ADP, ensuring compliance with tax laws and optimizing payroll cycles.

Satellite Beach, Florida, Us

Business Operations & Efficiency Consultant • Operational Streamlining: Transformed underperforming business operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and reduced operational costs. • Financial & Accounting Systems Overhaul: Reorganized and modernized accounting practices, transitioning businesses from outdated methods to streamlined digital solutions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and ease of reporting. • Digital Transformation: Led the digitalization of business operations, including document management, filing systems, and workflow automation, significantly improving data accessibility, security, and overall operational efficiency. • Program Implementation: Evaluated, selected, and implemented new software and tools to enhance business functions, improving team collaboration, customer service, and overall business performance. • Efficiency Optimization: Identified bottlenecks and inefficiencies within existing processes, delivering tailored solutions that resulted in measurable improvements in time management and resource allocation.

London, Gb

• Implemented strategic financial planning and operational improvements to drive growth and efficiency in startup companies.• Led cross-functional teams in optimizing business processes and improving financial performance.• Achieved measurable results in revenue increase and cost savings through innovative solutions.

Sarasota, Florida, Us

• Implemented Efficient Systems: Developed and implemented a more efficient communication and task management system, significantly increasing office productivity and reducing time spent searching for documents. The scalable and adaptable system includes labels, spreadsheets, and organized digital folders, supporting quick decision-making and task completion. • Financial & Accounting Management: Managed and continued to oversee accounting responsibilities with accuracy and compliance in financial reporting. Rectified disorganized POs, corrected faulty formulas, and updated packing slips to ensure accurate documentation and efficient order fulfillment. • Team Collaboration & Support: Demonstrated a collaborative approach by taking on additional responsibilities during transitions, maintaining continuity, and supporting the smooth operation of multiple roles. Created HR procedures, managed interdepartmental communication, and organized 6+ years of neglected documents. • Procurement & Inventory Management: Streamlined the procurement process by organizing supply orders, researching suppliers, and negotiating better pricing. Managed inventory levels and ensured seamless operations through effective supplier communication and timely follow-ups. • Customer & Vendor Relations: Efficiently communicated with customers and vendors, managed purchase orders, and handled customer relations. Organized email accounts and created templates for customer notifications and operational continuity. • Document Management & IT Support: Developed document templates, created and managed multiple folders in G Drive for better organization, and handled IT issues. Maintained digital and manual records. • Operational Coordination: Coordinated shipments, managed calendars, updated distributor workflows, and handled various office tasks such as renewing patents, processing COIs, and handling logistics. Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail and effective financial oversight.

Toronto , Ontario, Ca

• Spearheaded the development and launch of innovative pet care products like BAREL HOME™ and BAREL CONNECT™ to enhance pet owners' experience.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge technology solutions for the pet care industry.• Achieved a significant increase in user engagement and satisfaction through the integration of BAREL ID™ and BAREL VET™ services.

Carmel, Indiana, Us

• Collaborated with regulatory representatives to ensure accurate filings and compliance maintenance.• Streamlined finance and accounting departments, reducing excess spending and improving efficiency.• Implemented cutting-edge billing software for the IT department, enhancing accounting accuracy.

Co-Founder, CFO & COOI • Developed Go-to-Market Strategy: Leveraged in-depth research to create and implement an actionable go-to-market strategy, positioning the company for successful market entry. • Market & Competitive Analysis: Analyzed market trends, competitive behavior, and shareholder concerns, delivering insights that positively impacted business strategy and decision-making. • Company Formation & Growth: Led the creation and development of innovative companies utilizing proprietary technology, establishing a strong foundation for long-term growth. • Mission, Vision & Culture Development: Defined and implemented the company’s mission, vision, and culture, setting the stage for growth, branding, and a cohesive employee environment. • Fundraising & Financial Management: Successfully raised capital from investors, managing funds to support initial development and operational needs. • Leadership Recruitment & Development: Recruited and mentored core leadership teams to transform early ideas into a robust operational framework capable of meeting projected demands. • Operational Leadership: Authorized and implemented operational guidelines, policies, and procedures, continuously assessing staff performance to ensure alignment with objectives. • Strategic Execution: Devised and executed strategies to achieve key performance goals, ensuring effective program implementation and operational success. • Partnership Cultivation: Fostered strategic partnerships by implementing initiatives that delivered valuable outcomes and aligned with the company’s long-term goals. • Leadership and operational management and the ability to manage teams and streamline processes. • Project implementation and digital transformation • Managed team communications and project coordination using Slack, improving workflow efficiency

Us

• Launched a first to market start-up • Annual total revenues increased from $500k to $210MM in 4 years• Reviewed and renewed leases for over 325 operating stores • Researched requirements, applied, and obtained permits on the state, county, and city level for 250 RMU’s and 75 inline locations across 32 states • Attained Insurance Certificates for each location• Coded and entered AP into GP• Obtained and processed all expense reports for the company• Initiated and enforced conversion of paper files to electronic files• Coordinated with other departments to ensure all laws and financial obligations were being met• Developed, produced and analyzed financial statements. Reconciled more than 300 accounts on a daily basis• Reviewed existing business practices and made improvement recommendations• Directly reported and collaborated with the President, COO, CFO, and VP and completed many versatile projects for upper management independently with little direction• Trusted to take on upper management responsibilities in their absence. Trustworthy with highly confidential information

Hicksville, New York, Us

• Controlled capital improvement funds to secure regulatory compliance.• Reviewed benefit liability accounts and vacation time to identify and correct discrepancies.• Optimized efficiency and reduced costs by automating financial document management.• Conducted financial analysis and research to advise senior management on forecasting decisions.• Reconciled ticket sales against transaction receipts to optimize revenue and minimize risk.• Completed detailed income and expense projections through close analyses of overhead, operational, and labor costs and revenue and general expense trends.• Monitored and tracked expenses to keep the business on track with financial targets.• Gained accounting efficiency and improved documentation coordination by developing optimal journal entry schedules.• Performed comprehensive financial audits in collaboration with accounting team members.• Supported budget administration with detailed expense analyses and report reviews.• Identified and resolved obstacles to enable continuous workflow.• Managed financial operations, month-end reporting, financial schedules, and reconciliations.

الهرم, الجيزة, Eg

Magic Media Inc.- Outdoor Advertising Company Corporate Office Lease Accountant/ Real Estate Accountant / Fixed Asset Accountant • Handled divestitures and acquisitions.• Set up payments for landowners of leased land.• Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents, and invoices.• Monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.• Analyzed revenue and expenditure trends and recommended appropriate budget levels to business operations leaders.• Developed and documented business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.• Resolved account variances and reconciled bank statement histories.• Controlled financial functions like billing and collections, accounts payable and operational budgets.• Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents, and invoices.