Effective February 7, 2014, DG's TV distribution assets were sold to Extreme Reach. DG's online assets were used to create Sizmek. Sizmek fuels digital advertising campaigns for advertisers and agencies around the world with the most cutting-edge technology to engage audiences across any screen.

Effective February 7, 2014, DG's TV distribution assets were sold to Extreme Reach. DG's online assets were used to create Sizmek. Sizmek fuels digital advertising campaigns for advertisers and agencies around the world with the most cutting-edge technology to engage audiences across any screen.

Convergys is a leader in relationship management, providing solutions that optimize everyday interactions between customers and employees. In September 2008, Convergys acquired Intervoice. Intervoice is a world technology leader in the IVR, messaging, and payment industries, providing software, hardware, and professional service solutions that optimize customer interactions.Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, Convergys RTM (2008 - 2013)Responsible for all financial… Show more Convergys is a leader in relationship management, providing solutions that optimize everyday interactions between customers and employees. In September 2008, Convergys acquired Intervoice. Intervoice is a world technology leader in the IVR, messaging, and payment industries, providing software, hardware, and professional service solutions that optimize customer interactions.Director of Financial Planning and Analysis, Convergys RTM (2008 - 2013)Responsible for all financial planning and analysis activities for Convergys RTM. Duties include the preparation, presentation, and review of quarterly and annual budgets, revenue and expense forecasting, cash flow analysis and forecasting, and monthly income statement preparation and review. Developed enhanced income statement reporting to highlight product profitability at the gross margin, contribution margin, and operating income levels. Improved close cycle from 8 days to 4 days with no increase in staff.Improved cash flow reporting and forecasting activities resulting in a 40%+ improvement in DSO. Responsible for all financial integration activities associated with the Intervoice acquisition.Successfully transitioned all treasury, risk management, and investor relations activities to corporate. Show less

Director of Financial Planning and Treasury Services, Intervoice (2006 - 2008)Responsible for all treasury, risk management, and investor relations activities in addition to financial planning and analysis.Enhanced treasury management practices in the areas of foreign currency, letters of credit administration, and investment analysis and return. Realigned insurance programs and achieved $1M+ annual savings while maintaining similar coverages, limits and… Show more Director of Financial Planning and Treasury Services, Intervoice (2006 - 2008)Responsible for all treasury, risk management, and investor relations activities in addition to financial planning and analysis.Enhanced treasury management practices in the areas of foreign currency, letters of credit administration, and investment analysis and return. Realigned insurance programs and achieved $1M+ annual savings while maintaining similar coverages, limits and deductiblesSuccessfully restructured the company in 2007 by achieving $10M+ savings in operating expenses resulting in significant improvements in cash flow and profitability Successfully lead financial marketing activities to several companies resulting in the company's eventual sale to Convergys. Relevant sale metrics include a 16x EBITDA multiple, a 60x GAAP P/E multiple, and a 25% premium over the company's final trading price. Show less

Responsible for all financial planning and analysis activities for Intervoice, Inc. Duties include the preparation, presentation, and review of quarterly and annual budgets, revenue and expense forecasting, the preparation and review of financial statements, and business performance and management updates to the company's board of directors. Responsible for improving and standardizing business processes across the entire organization and assisting in the consolidation of the company… Show more Responsible for all financial planning and analysis activities for Intervoice, Inc. Duties include the preparation, presentation, and review of quarterly and annual budgets, revenue and expense forecasting, the preparation and review of financial statements, and business performance and management updates to the company's board of directors. Responsible for improving and standardizing business processes across the entire organization and assisting in the consolidation of the company from a divisional structure to a line of business orientation.Successfully led the company's mergers and acquisition strategy resulting in acquisitions in 2005 (Edify) and 2006 (Nuasis).Successfully led systems conversion from Oracle to a fully integrated SAP system including CRM, GL, and business warehouse. Show less

Initiated divisional restructuring activities resulting in a 19% reduction in annual cash expenses and over $11 million in annual cost savings.Successfully designed and implemented a worldwide web-based sales force automation system that allows users to effectively and efficiently manage all sales related activities including the ability to create, track, manage, and report on sales opportunities, customers, customer sites, and contacts. Responsible for the design and… Show more Initiated divisional restructuring activities resulting in a 19% reduction in annual cash expenses and over $11 million in annual cost savings.Successfully designed and implemented a worldwide web-based sales force automation system that allows users to effectively and efficiently manage all sales related activities including the ability to create, track, manage, and report on sales opportunities, customers, customer sites, and contacts. Responsible for the design and implementation of divisional processes in the areas of quarterly and annual budgeting, sales order administration, revenue forecasting, product pricing, investment analysis, sales productivity tracking, and short term and long term incentive program development. Show less

Responsible for all planning activities for VWMS $400 million annual budget including target setting, supervision and review of all planning activities, and presentation of final plans to senior management.Responsible for all forecasting and financial analysis activities including revenue, churn, and unit cost trending, what-if scenarios, proforma analysis, productivity analysis, short term incentive programs and calculations, and industry competitive updates.Recommended and… Show more Responsible for all planning activities for VWMS $400 million annual budget including target setting, supervision and review of all planning activities, and presentation of final plans to senior management.Responsible for all forecasting and financial analysis activities including revenue, churn, and unit cost trending, what-if scenarios, proforma analysis, productivity analysis, short term incentive programs and calculations, and industry competitive updates.Recommended and evaluated strategic business initiatives including lease versus buy decisions, product pricing and promotions, business purchase analysis, long term business and industry forecasting, and business integration and consolidation planning. Show less

Assisted in the preparation of the annual budget. Streamlined the planning process reducing overall preparation time by 50%. Responsible for the creation, implementation, and administration of Essbase, an analysis software package used for financial reporting, business planning and financial analysis. Assisted in the preparation of detailed ad-hoc analyses for senior management.

Responsible for accounting activities within the Food and Beverage Services division of American Airlines. Tasks included internal reporting, forecasting, variance analysis and account reconciliation.Served as lead budget coordinator for American Airlines' $690 million catering budget including the preparation, verification, and consolidation of budget data.Acted as corporate liaison between the Food and Beverage Services division and AMR Corporate.Responsible for the… Show more Responsible for accounting activities within the Food and Beverage Services division of American Airlines. Tasks included internal reporting, forecasting, variance analysis and account reconciliation.Served as lead budget coordinator for American Airlines' $690 million catering budget including the preparation, verification, and consolidation of budget data.Acted as corporate liaison between the Food and Beverage Services division and AMR Corporate.Responsible for the preparation and presentation of detailed ad-hoc analyses to senior management including unit cost trends, what-if scenarios, proforma analysis, and strike contingency plans. Show less

Responsible for all accounting activities with respect to American Airlines' tax-exempt financings and its AAdvantage program.Analyzed and researched significant, unusual or infrequent transactions and recommended the appropriate accounting treatment.Assisted internal and external auditors in their quarterly reviews and annual audits.Assisted in the preparation and consolidation of annual reports, 10-K's and 10-Q's.

Responsible for planning, organizing and overseeing audit engagements on a daily basis including the supervision, development and review of staff accountants' work.Assisted clients and managers in the identification and research of technical accounting issues and provided recommendations based upon relevant accounting principles and practices.Prepared and reviewed financial statements, related footnotes and other required disclosures.Assisted in the preparation of SEC… Show more Responsible for planning, organizing and overseeing audit engagements on a daily basis including the supervision, development and review of staff accountants' work.Assisted clients and managers in the identification and research of technical accounting issues and provided recommendations based upon relevant accounting principles and practices.Prepared and reviewed financial statements, related footnotes and other required disclosures.Assisted in the preparation of SEC documents including 10-K's and 10-Q's.Industries included retail, manufacturing and not-for-profit. Show less

Performed audits, compilations and reviews of clients in the transportation, manufacturing, retail, distribution, healthcare and not-for-profit industries.Completed a six-month tax rotation program encompassing the preparation of personal, partnership and corporate tax returns and related tax research.