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Firelight Camps is an industry pioneer in developing and operating luxurious, stylish, and social glamping experiences. Identified the trend early, launched the company and raised over $4million in debt and equity. Firelight has hosted thousands of delighted guests, has generated $6million+ in revenue to date, and has produced an average annual return on cost of 24% over the past decade. The brand has received glowing press from the WSJ, Vogue, and NYTimes.

Ithaca, Ny

Sourced the deal off-market and led the acquisition of this 15-acre property with 55-rooms and suites, spa, farmhouse restaurant, ballroom, and lease to Firelight Camps.

Revamped the operations and sales process of this industry-leading glamping start-up that provides short-term lodging to the nation's largest events and festivals.

Matagalpa, Nicaragua

Secured lease, sourced financing, created brand, managed construction, and hired and trained a team of 15 employees to launch this 25-bed hotel and 35-seat restaurant. Negotiated the favorable sale of the company to a private buyer in 2013.

Ithaca, New York

Advised student startups and launched the first annual ELAB Demo Day.

San Francisco, California, United States

Conducted a comprehensive study and valuation of the commercial transportation market to Muir Woods and delivered recommendations to park management on concession contracts and parking lot redesign.

Matagalpa, Nicaragua

Taught business courses and administered commercial loans with a microfinance NGO. Developed and taught a business creativity course to over 400 high school students, resulting in the development of a national business plan competition.

Mba, Sustainable Global Enterprise

Full-tuition merit scholarship through the Park Fellows leadership program. Sustainable Hospitality Club President. Advised 20+ student.

B.A., International Relations

Activities and Societies: Sigma Iota Rho Honors Society, University Percussion Ensemble, Phi Delta Theta Minor in Music and Latin American.