IFG – International Financial Group, Ltd. (“IFG”) – is an international boutique that specializes only in the accounting, finance and functional information technology market niche. Our strength is assisting financial leaders with complex issues, ranging from finance and accounting project initiatives to identifying the right individual to fill a vacant role within the finance and accounting department. IFG is NOT a generalist firm. We focus 100% of our energies and resources on this exclusive market niche which enables us to deliver the highest level of attention and service to our clients and candidates/consultants, thereby maximizing the results. This specialization allows us to provide our Clients and candidates/consultants with an unparalleled level of satisfaction.

The Pitch and Hit Club of Chicago is a professional baseball organization that promotes the game of baseball in the Chicago area. The Pitch and Hit Club was formed by a group of Major League players and scouts in January of1942, originally as a social organization. Since its inception, the Club has grown substantially in size as well as its stature in the professional baseball community. The role of the club has changed through the years, sponsoring various teams and tournaments, and will this year, host the premier amateur workout to showcase the highest-level amateur baseball talent in Illinois and the surrounding states.

 Personally trained MLB Superstars such as Alex Rodriguez, Evan Longoria, Derek Jeter, and Ivan Rodriguez while working with clubs including the New York Yankees, Tampa Bay Rays, Detroit Tigers, Chicago Cubs, Cleveland Indians, etc. Recruited, interviewed, hired, and managed independent contractors and employees across the US. Conducted business and market intelligence to determine market opportunities Captured needed capital by persuading investor to fund proposed project Lead executive team in the rebranding of company  Opened new business and positioned company for optimized profitability Improved customer approval rating  Represented company as press liaison in print and television interviews  Developed and controlled revenue forecasts  Forecasted, formulated, and managed accurate budgets Constructed intricate employee schedules  Responsible payroll and expense reimbursement of employees and independent contractors  Increased profitability and product penetration  Coordinated cold calling, emailing, and direct mailings efforts  Negotiated more favorable contract terms with vendors  Produced a win-win scenario for company and customers Managed billing system, retail point of sale, and inventory Skyrocketed revenues by 20% by creating and implementing new services  Launched marketing blitz for company by joining key high-profile business associations Created tightly focused and strategic marketing plans  Constructed granulated clientele reports increasing awareness of the effectiveness of the service  Filled revenue pipelines and sold-out venues with celebrity talent  Constructed a comprehensive certification curriculum and conducted intensive, 10-day training sessions on service and operations Mentored a staff located across the globe. Directed motivational sales meetings with staff  Enhanced customer experience and boosted repeat sales Provided ongoing customer service and sales training for employees

I enjoyed passing the knowledge of those who I was coached by and along side, as well as, the talented professionals I competed with, to the next generation.

As a pitcher, my role was as a relief pitcher and recorded the most appearances on team.

25th-round draft pick. In my first year, I was named the Burlington Indians Outstanding Pitcher of the Year and was called up to Watertown, NY. Throughout my time with the Indians, I had the honor of playing along side future MLB superstars such as C.C. Sabathia, Victor Martinez, Macier Iztuirs.