Moved back to Michigan in 2010 after 14 yrs of international business development including managing $2 billion of infrastructure assets. Postings in London, Singapore and India / Pakistan.
Since 2010, have advised on growing several small Michigan businesses and strengthening community service organizations. Successful tasks include securing financing, feasibility analysis, joint venture collaboration and global supply chain development.
TURN-AROUND STRATEGIST -- Charismatic team leader who identifies and addresses issues head-on and removes growth obstacles while motivating and empowering staff.
❖ Took over money-losing projects and became CEO of two previously stagnant energy companies that reached financial closure and commercial operations in 11 months ($200M+ value); companies were acquired by Fortune 200 firms.
OPTIMIZES OPERATIONAL CAPACITY -- Data-Driven Financial Expert with executive skill set: finance, marketing, investor relations, regulation, feasibility analysis and strategic planning.
❖ Surveyed new markets with regards to economic viability of large infrastructure projects in USA, Africa and Asia. Evaluation involved extensive computer modeling and economic forecasting.
❖ Director of Singapore-based company that reached financial closure on energy projects worth $500M through structuring debt and multi-currency ECA financing.
BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP -- Outside-the-box change agent with laser focus, stakeholder engagement skills and problem solving expertise.
❖ Facilitated joint venture between Michigan and British company by demonstrating combined value ($5M) and efficiency along with a 12 month business action plan.
❖ Led several start-ups: a manufacturing unit which grew to 35 employees in 12 months (acquired by investor group) and a business intelligence advisory firm which realized $1.5M in 24 months (merged with larger firm).