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Austin, Tx, Us

Dallas, Tx, Us

Lombard Global, Incorporated is a rapidly growing technology investment bank focusing on sell-side and buy-side M&A advisory services with surging middle market technology firms, the world’s best and largest tech corporate strategics and tech-focused private equity and venture capital firms. Key differentiators are our tech operating and international business expertise.We are senior and cross-border investment bankers who are tech operators first. As such, we’ve been on your side of the desk (longer than ours), and understand the realities and complexities of running and growing a successful tech enterprise.We haven't just simply closed M&A deals globally. We’ve conducted business worldwide for decades at the highest levels of business and government. As such, we have technical, sales, operating, legal and financial experience and knowledge, and possess key relationships and contacts on every continent. We seek out and embrace international deals and know what it takes to get deals done on every continent.Our clients and partners tell us that this differentiation translates to higher level relationships and a smoother and more efficient process, which ultimately leads to higher closing percentages and better final enterprise values (final sales price).Since 2004, one point of contact. From market growth to exit…

El Segundo, California, Us

As a Managing Director for Solganick & Co., Dallas and Los Angeles, I spearhead the origination and close of buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions globally to advance the strategic direction of this technology-focused investment banking firm focused on the IT Services, SaaS, Analytics, and Healthcare IT sectors. Ranked 2nd in lower middle market technology, headquartered in Los Angeles. Orchestrate the firm’s strategic ascent upmarket with globally diverse, larger, more profitable, and prestigious transactions. Align private equity investors, corporate strategics, and operating partners in due diligence. Interface with all levels – M&A attorneys and all buy-side stakeholders, including quality of earnings, Finance, Sales, Operations, Legal, and Human Resources recruiting through the retention of top-quality consulting services from Big 4 or regional accounting firms.► Secured 7 newly sourced clients in 12 months.► Sourced and closed deals with the progressively largest fees in firm history► Sourced and closed transformative deal between Google Cloud superstars Pandera Systems and PE firm Sunstone Partners' portfolio firm, 66degrees.► Sourced and closed a transformative global deal between a Texas-based elite Snowflake/SAP/Azure/AWS partner, Visual BI, and Atos, a $13B multinational EU-headquartered IT Services provider headquartered in Paris, France.► Signed and closed IT services (Data and AI), AI Systems Integration, and SaaS (software) clients while growing a healthy global pipeline.► Governing multiple transactions across segments leading a team of Analysts and Associates.

St Louis, Missouri, Us

As the Managing Partner for Glendale Capital Partners, LLC in Texas, I sourced and closed buy-side and sell-side global M&A transactions for this boutique investment banking firm focused on technology and healthcare, international beverage, outdoor branded businesses, manufacturing, and distribution. Represented lower middle market companies globally with offices in St Louis and Dallas. Created work plans, pricing estimates, and risk assessments for prospects.► Acquired and managed 20+ sell-side, buy-side, and management consulting clients in industry, private equity, and venture capital representing $300M+ in transactions► Engaged with customers and tailored proposals to drive client success within diverse industries spanning technology, healthcare, CPG, distribution, and manufacturing► Led a team of 14 located in Saint Louis, MO, and Dallas, TX by instituting KPIs to drive performanceGlendale Capital Partners, LLC are boutique investment bankers and independent sponsors for the middle market, with offices in Saint Louis and Dallas. Our team has known each other personally for many decades and is a key source of our efficiency and strength. Among 4 partners, we combine over 130 years of business and banking experience, USD 8 billion in closed transaction value, and USD tens of millions of USD in delivered advisory and consulting services.

Dallas, Tx, Us

Established this firm specializing in delivering strategic innovation and customized integrative solutions by leveraging capital, technology, and best practices. Initiated and led business development meetings with prospective clients. Acquired 50+ clients, delivering management consulting, investment banking, and real estate services globally.► Raised $25M+ in capital and M&A revenue by strategically sourcing 100+ technology firms in IT, Agri Tech, Clean Energy, and Healthcare► Mobilized a team of 80 global leaders across the US, Brazil, Columbia, China, India (Operations), the UAE, Germany, and the UK across geographies, cultures, and generations► Won a $10B Brazilian multinational IT management services client to boost revenue by $2M+► Launched three B2B big data startups as Chief Strategy Officer, COO, and Board Member► Drove $100M Malaysian B2B software global corporate finance and development► Closed a $50M Japan construction tech global brand development contract► Positioned a $500M Italian luxury retail firm for US and China operations and acquired business real estate serving as the Interim US CEO to generate $3M in fee revenue► Setup a $150M international BPO firm for South Central US market guiding operations entry and exit to global PE firm based in EU

Irvine, California, Us

Privately held $500M national business / IT consultancy, enterprise software, hardware, and systems integration firm with partners Oracle, Sun, HP, Symantec and EMC. Technologent acquired Applied Solutions human capital in 2003. Responsible for client partner engagement and for identifying and developing new business opportunities. Ericsson Americas, American Heart Association, US Mobility, Calpine and the Society of Petroleum Engineers were top strategic accounts. Expanded the South and Central Texas (Houston, Austin) region, while planning. developing and executing growth strategies with senior leadership team. ► Generated $17M in multi-annual revenue with strategic accounts► Achieved $500K consistently in annual gross commission► Performed in top 10% of overall production► Recognized annually as #1 for new business revenue generation

B2B global management consulting, technology services and marketing outsource firm. Grew RPM into a highly successful C-level international sales and marketing outsource for professional services firms. Wireless technology startup, Wireless Dimensions Corp. (WDC), was rolled into RPM. Intellectual property (MobileVenue Suite) and patent development was the cornerstone of strategic growth, supported by systems integration and consulting. WDC received significant press coverage globally and acquisition offers from Fortune 100 software company. Notable accounts included: Wal-Mart, Anderson Merchandising, Hastings Entertainment, Garden Ridge Corp, National Foods, Arabian Shield Development, Reliv International, Aviall Corp, EDS (HP), Maytag and Weider Nutrition.► Acquired wireless technology startup, Wireless Dimensions, Corp (WDC) through RPM► Grew WDC in a short timeframe, recognized in both international and local media► Operated the successful RPM, which became the business model precursor for Lombard Global► Delivered 40+ professional services and IT projects generating over $12M in revenue► Achieved over 50% CAGR

Saint Michaels, Md, Us

Planned and developed international marketing strategy for Latin America, sold it to internal senior management team, and led and launched the execution. Developed global business alliances, direct marketing and C-level B2B consultative sales in Latin America, US, EU and Japan leading a team of 30 Latin American consultants. ► Grew business revenue from $7M to $29M at +400% CAGR► Acquired and closed $1M+ projects, including United Technologies Automotive and STB Systems► Received 6 consecutive quarterly bonuses, achieving an organizational milestone

Oversaw and managed all sales and marketing aspects of this private equity firm. Stabilized Ch. 11 agribusiness capital equipment manufacturer and proceeded to double sales orders in six months. Acquired healthcare firm’s largest account and subsequently grew sales by 5X. Promoted to CRO in less than one year.► Achieved over 100% CAGR, 50% operating margin improvement► Increased employee headcount by 20%, while improving operational and systems quality► Held full P&L responsibility, led sales and marketing management, M&A and finance, accounting and operations► Reengineered team, processes and procedures, acquired key talent to lead turnaround

Purchase, New York, Us

Grew and delivered Mexico market entry consultative services with clients including Televisa, Modelo and Telmex, while coordinating Europe, Middle East and Asia (EMEA) operations► Closed largest Latin America corporate irrigation project at $50M► Developed market of distributors, sales agents and joint ventures in 15 countries, increased revenue 500%

New York, Ny, Us

Built and managed office of brokers, traders and wealth managers for mostly retail investors. Series 7 and 63 licensed.► Hired and managed 20 retail investment professionals and ancillary staff.► Finished in Top 10 out of 300 investment professionals in sales production.► Series 7, 63 FINRA and insurance licensed.

Bachelors, Political Science And Global History

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, International Business (Emib)

Executive Certificate, Mergers And Acquisitions

Specialization Certificate (5 Courses), Executive Data Science

Imba Specialization Certificate (6 Courses), Digital Marketing

Executive Certificates (3), Global Strategy, Market Entry And Global Mindset Inventory