Built the company as the first employee of a start-up with zero products or licenses to approximately $1 million in revenue in its first year of operations. Designed and implemented all aspects of the start-up including: formation, legal, tax, accounting, budgeting, payroll, licensing, regulatory, insurance, website design, order processing, packaging, fulfillment, shipping, customer service, social media, marketing, and advertising.

Managed worldwide accounting, finance, legal, risk management and human resources organizations as well as components of purchasing, facilities, and compliance at all locations. Oversaw the institution budget of over $100 million. Negotiated agreements in the areas of banking, mergers and acquisitions, insurance and leases. Prepared and presented all financial information for the board of directors, audit committee and external stakeholders.

Managed the worldwide accounting and finance organizations as well as components of purchasing, operations, and IT organizations at nine locations with more than 70 employees. Oversaw company budget of approximately $200 million. Prepared, filed, and presented SEC filings and all financial information for board of directors and executive leadership. Negotiated agreements and investments in the areas of banking, insurance, and mergers and acquisitions. Directly communicated with key stakeholders,

Managed $3+ million in audit fees each year and more than 10 clients annually with revenues between $30 million and $4 billion primarily in the technology, manufacturing and consumer business areas. Researched, evaluated, and resolved audit findings, technical accounting treatments, and business and internal control issues. Taught classes in new accounting pronouncements and audit applications. Implemented and audited Sarbanes Oxley at multiple companies.

Conducted due diligence for internal and external clients, researching, evaluating, and resolving audit and control issues. Managed human capital including retention, mentoring, and training, as well as consulting with recruiting to ensure all new hires had core competencies imperative for success.