A successful financial professional and investor with considerable industry experience, Scott Gelbard serves as an international consultant with a broad range of businesses in Hong Kong and Europe. He primarily assists companies looking to emulate the success of major American companies, coaching them on the fundamentals of the American marketplace and advising them on the best ways to become profitable. He works with an international clientele of high-net-worth individuals, as well as promising companies based out of Europe and Hong Kong. Scott Gelbard had a central role in the growth of MusclePharm Apparel, the official clothing line of the prominent fitness brand. He has also advised leaders of the technology-focused defense company Terra Ferma, Inc., and BTO Self Serve Yogurt. Before taking up his current responsibilities, Scott Gelbard served as a member of Apis Ventures. As a leader with the Denver-based financial firm, he focused his efforts primarily on venture capital, business consulting, transactional consulting, and investments in public and private companies. In addition to originating investment deals for companies in the public and private sector, Scott Gelbard drew upon his existing business relationships to facilitate the investment process.Before launching his career as a consultant, Scott Gelbard received a bachelor of science in consumer science, business, and finance from Colorado State University in Fort Collins. During his time as an undergraduate, he held several leadership positions as a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity and played numerous intramural sports. Today, he continues to enjoy playing and coaching youth soccer.