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● Started my own M&A company focusing on identifying companies with sales from $1-$10 million with high growth potential given the levers of capital injection, acquisition, or a merger with a symbiotic company.● Working in the field has been an education, fortifying my experience negotiating, deal-making, and understanding financial statements and business valuations. ● Developed my marketing material educating myself. ● Utilising copywriting, SEO, SEM, PPC management, sales funnel management, and Google analytics.● Running my own business has instilled my desire to use these fundamental sales, marketing, and finance skills in the future.

● Spearheaded business plans for the restaurant using forecasting and analyzing trends and competitors as integral parts of plan development.● Tasked with full control of financing and budgeting and ensured that financial objectives were consistently met.● Implemented a culture of continuous improvement alongside leading the group’s core marketing efforts.● Consistently exceeded targets in boosting levels of new customers visiting the restaurants.

● Purchased 5 franchises and was responsible for the day-to-day running of operations. ● Ensured that franchise standards were consistently met and exceeded.● Implemented a culture of continuous improvement and quality insurance across all aspects of the business.● Implemented performance metrics across the organization and its financials. ● Enhanced my customer management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills by leading teams across the 5 locations.

● Earned several promotions and worked cross-departmentally, I was recognized for my performance in sales, recruitment, marketing, and financial management. ● Assessed clients' financial positioning and advised them on the most appropriate financial products and services.● Created developed and implemented financial correction plans. ● Attained a Series 6 Investment License and Life Assurance License.● Developed my literacy and comfort with financial statements, regulation, and sales skills during my time at Primerica.

● Served in the US Army for 8 years and was promoted to the level of Sergeant.● Served as part of the Quick Reaction Force maintaining security both inside and outside security perimeters in Baghdad, Iraq. ● Took Part in high-pressure missions clearing infrastructure from insurgence, small arms fire, improvised explosive devices, and incoming mortar fire.My military training and career have given me the base of discipline, time management, teamwork, leadership, and perseverance which I have carried into my professional career.