Chief Visionary Officer, CEO

• Mar 2020 - Present

NorthStar was created with the vision that all companies have four common characteristics no matter the size: marketing, finance, operations, and people. If any one of these characteristics is not aligned, then the company cannot reach its full potential. The “o” in the NorthStar logo is a compass representing the “four points of focus.” Using our unique strategies and state-of-the-art tools, we guide you in developing your own four points of focus: powerful marketing solutions, solid financial and cash management systems, operational excellence, and strong people/team engagement. Our goal is to help you deliver winning results and maximize profits. Come join our community of successful entrepreneurs—and FIND YOUR NORTH STAR!📧 wendy@northstar-sp.com Show less

* Marketing Strategy - Creating the customer journey

• 2020 - Present

NorthStar provides you the strategy for building a unique customer journey to direct leads and new business.

Financial CFO Services

• 2020 - Present

Offering CFO services.

Board Member / Committee Member

• 2019 - Present

The Tech Interactive, San Jose, California - Member of the Audit Committee https://www.sanjose.org/listings/tech-interactive Hebrew Free Loan, San Francisco, CA - Member of the Audit Committee and the Finance Committee https://www.hflasf.org/ Silicon Valley Central Chamber – Women in Business Leadership Group, Santa Clara, CA - current member of the Committee and past Chairwoman for the last three years 2019 – 2021 BNI chapter, Santa Clara County - past President from 2020 to 2021 ProVisors, Santa Clara County, 2022 - Current Executive Committee member, 2022 DEI Chairperson NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners), Silicon Valley - 2021 – current Board Member and Treasurer Silicon Valley Capital Club, Dynamic Women’s Council, San Jose, CA – 2021 – current Show less

Partner & CEO

• Feb 2019 - Present

Spectrum was developed as a sister affiliate to NorthStar Strategic Partners. Spectrum creates success stories as an innovator in financing solutions for fast-growing companies. We offer options for new or well-established businesses and for commercial real estate: • SBA loans with quick turnarounds • Loans with great rates for most business types • Real estate financing with a comprehensive approach • And more: accounts receivable and business acquisition financing, bridge loans, equipment leasing, fix/flip financing, securities-based lending With NorthStar Strategic Partners and Spectrum Business Financing, we are positioned to provide you a guiding light and a spectrum of talent. Given these insights and industry expertise, my team and I can be a trusted partner to advise you on the path to exceptional growth and financial success. Show less

Head of World Wide Audit and Corporate Compliance/Chief Audit Executive

• Mar 2016 - Oct 2018

In charge of world wide audit, operational reviews, SOX compliance and investigations. In charge of world wide audit, operational reviews, SOX compliance and investigations.

Senior Director, Finance | Chief Audit Executive

• Feb 2014 - Feb 2016

Recruited by JDSU to drive worldwide operations for financial, operational and IT audits focused on optimizing cost efficiencies and customer/partner opportunities. Manage audit controls for 3 distinct business units. Oversee SOX compliance programs and conduct special investigations surrounding FCPA and Code of Conduct. Deliver quarterly Audit Committee updates as direct line report and partner with CFO and external auditors. Select, develop and lead successful global teams. • Re-engineered audit function to better align with corporate strategic initiatives focused on partnering with business to drive value and maintain “customer first” model. • Enhanced global SOX program to deliver integrated audits and drive efficiency through the use of automated processes – saved over $850K. • Ensure deadlines are adhered to and quality is upheld through active participation in managing ongoing processes, and both management and auditor expectations, through coordination of project plans that meet business needs (i.e., walkthrough timing & test controls). • Drive cross functional team enterprises addressing process issues and efficiency throughout the organization to align with strategic initiatives. • Collaborate closely with country managers to ensure controls are assessed by management and tested accurately (via financial governance & self-assessment) for CEO & CFO sign off of 10-Q/10-K filings. • Partner with process owners by providing consulting in the design of controls for finance and IT, as well as testing key controls for finance/operations and IT General Controls (ITGCs) including application and configuration controls. • Evaluate all control deficiencies, in singular as well as in aggregate, determining proper classification and consulting with management and external auditors to resolve. Show less

Director of Internal Audit & Corporate Compliance

• 2005 - 2014

Director, Internal Audit & Corporate Compliance (2009 – 2014) Finance Manager – Head of Internal Audit (2005 – 2009) Promoted to plan, manage and implement global audits and special investigations with team of 5 international direct reports. Performed risk assessments for IT, financial reporting, and operations audits. Identified key controls, set documentation standards, and test programs to achieve SOX and SEC requirements. Managed complex business transactions and significant stresses on internal controls due to frequent M&A activities. • Created global internal audit function from a previously outsourced environment and expanded SOX compliance infrastructure (302/404). Controlled weaknesses due to M&A actions and executed plan for 18 global locations and 40 legal entities with multiple complex transactions. • Saved a combined $2M in audit fees over 4 years by increasing external audit reliance on internal controls to over 70%. • Implemented a MS SharePoint survey that streamlined and built consensus for SEC disclosure requirements among 80 global respondents needed to secure CFO and CEO sign-off for 302 certifications. • Oversaw global rollouts and introduced Enterprise Risk Management, integrated auditing, and internal control self-assessments. • Created key report framework to streamline the number of reports for testing. Show less

Senior Internal Audit/Business Controls

• 2003 - 2005

Audited financial reporting, IT controls, and ISO 9001 procedures. Assisted business process owners with SOX documentation standards for revenue recognition, FX translations, intercompany transactions, and tax/transfer pricing. • Planned, executed, and reported internal audits for 10 global manufacturing sites. • Achieved system configuration certification from PwC, through participating in the implementation and testing of Vertex Sales Tax Software. Audited financial reporting, IT controls, and ISO 9001 procedures. Assisted business process owners with SOX documentation standards for revenue recognition, FX translations, intercompany transactions, and tax/transfer pricing. • Planned, executed, and reported internal audits for 10 global manufacturing sites. • Achieved system configuration certification from PwC, through participating in the implementation and testing of Vertex Sales Tax Software.

Senior Consultant

• 2002 - 2003

Researched and consulted on taxability of transactions. Contributed to business requirements development and UAT testing for Vertex Tax Software implementation. Delivered compliance reporting for 70+ sales and use tax returns using Quantum Returns to report sales in 38 states, counties, and cities for 320 nationwide stores. Researched and consulted on taxability of transactions. Contributed to business requirements development and UAT testing for Vertex Tax Software implementation. Delivered compliance reporting for 70+ sales and use tax returns using Quantum Returns to report sales in 38 states, counties, and cities for 320 nationwide stores.

Chief Financial Officer

• 1998 - 2002

Recruited (previous client of WK Roberts, CPA) to control budgeting and strategic planning for sales, project management, customer service, engineering and administration. Oversight for federal, state, and sales income taxes. Delivered updates to the Board of Directors and joined external lawyers to handle investor funding and legal strategies. Managed profit/loss initiatives and ensured compliance with technical accounting and GAAP related reporting. * Implemented GAAP-compliant revenue recognition, tax provision accounting, stock-based compensation, earnings per share, capital structure disclosures, and accounting for acquisitions/business combinations. * Applied highly technical guidance related to SOP 97-2, SOP 98-1, ASC 740 (FAS 109), FAS 123R (FAS123), FAS 128, FAS 129, and FAS 141. Show less

CPA | Audit & Tax Implementation

• 1992 - 1998