Experience

Acrelic Group

• United States
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Managing Partner

  • Jul 2001 - Present

  Boston, Massachusetts, United States We have been providing oversight, leadership, coaching, business plans, and digital transformation development on the efforts of this firm and its principals and advisors. Acrelic Group is a unique, action-oriented management consulting firm. We have extensive governance, board, operating and line management track records, talent management, analytics, management consulting experience, and proven communications and consulting methodologies. We work as servant leaders supporting owners… Show more We have been providing oversight, leadership, coaching, business plans, and digital transformation development on the efforts of this firm and its principals and advisors. Acrelic Group is a unique, action-oriented management consulting firm. We have extensive governance, board, operating and line management track records, talent management, analytics, management consulting experience, and proven communications and consulting methodologies. We work as servant leaders supporting owners, executives and their teams to review, agree, and align on priorities, emphasize the most important actions while de-emphasizing those least valuable, and to de-risk the decision making and execution. We support the ongoing implementation of business strategies, from governance (business board practices, succession, & exit planning), growth (organic and M&A; including acquisitions, asset sales, commercial partnerships, dispositions, JV's, licensing, and startups), and performance improvement http://www.acrelicgroup.com Show less



Notiphy

• United States
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Investor

  • Oct 2018 - Present

  Chicago, IL Partnered with the Founder, CEO to get focused on the customers in Manufacturing and their unique needs, goals, and regulatory issues. Created the initial blue-prints and roadmap for the software and tablet solution that keeps operators of factory floor machinery safer, more informed, while increasing productivity and quality. Successfully worked to recruit and on-board 10 initial pilots and supported initial fundraising.



TechLaunch, LLC

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Mentor and Advisor

  • Aug 2013 - Present

  New Jersey Review, Mentor, Assess, and Coach Startup founders and owners in this hybrid accelerator. Work with judging startups for program acceptance through coaching and mentoring for follow-on investment rounds.



Private Directors Association®

• United States
• Executive Offices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President & Founder - Boston - New England Chapter

  • Dec 2019 - Apr 2021

  Greater Boston The Private Directors Association is a national, non-profit association of CEOs, owners, executives and directors of private companies. Its all about peer networking & learning environment where members help each other in a collegial, pay-it-forward, and non-solicitous way to help other members. The PDA mission is creating, sustaining and enhancing Private Company value through the active use of Boards of Directors, Fiduciary and Advisory Boards. We advocate for excellent practices in… Show more The Private Directors Association is a national, non-profit association of CEOs, owners, executives and directors of private companies. Its all about peer networking & learning environment where members help each other in a collegial, pay-it-forward, and non-solicitous way to help other members. The PDA mission is creating, sustaining and enhancing Private Company value through the active use of Boards of Directors, Fiduciary and Advisory Boards. We advocate for excellent practices in board formation and governance. We provide a national network where executives and professionals interested in board service can find and meet with those interested in securing exceptional board members. See more here: https://www.privatedirectorsassociation.org/about/mission/ The Boston Chapter Officially launches in March of 2020. Show less



TechXFoundry

• United States
• Machinery Manufacturing

• Chief Executive Officer, Partner

  • Oct 2013 - Jan 2016

  Newark, New Jersey Currently leading a startup team to build the most advanced Innovation Center for designing, prototyping, building, and testing new Tech Hardware, Systems and Software. Imagine a Design, Prototype and Building Innovation Center with the tools, equipment and people for: Electronics, Robotics, Autonomous Vehicles, PC Board Making, Design, 3D Printing, Metalworking, Woodworking, Tech Fashion and more for less than the cost of your annual dry-cleaning bills. TechX Foundry, "Imagine What… Show more Currently leading a startup team to build the most advanced Innovation Center for designing, prototyping, building, and testing new Tech Hardware, Systems and Software. Imagine a Design, Prototype and Building Innovation Center with the tools, equipment and people for: Electronics, Robotics, Autonomous Vehicles, PC Board Making, Design, 3D Printing, Metalworking, Woodworking, Tech Fashion and more for less than the cost of your annual dry-cleaning bills. TechX Foundry, "Imagine What You Can Build, When You Can Build What You Imagine." Members are able to access tools, software, equipment, and a strong network of innovators to rapidly evolve from concept to market with nominal capital and risk. Our members come to learn, work, prototype, test, manufacture, repair on their own, using our significant resources and consider themselves to be startups, businesses, entrepreneurs, enthusiasts, scientists, inventors and engineers. Show less



Signal Lake

• United States
• Financial Services

• Advisor

  • Jan 2012 - Jan 2014

  Westport, CT Review, Assess, Perform Due Diligence as Angel Investor and Advisor to Signal Lake Partners and other PE firms. Focus on Growth Stage businesses.



Acrelic Interactive

• United States
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President & CEO

  • Sep 2001 - Dec 2012

  Greater New York City Area The #1 Lead Qualification and Management (LQM) solution providing technologies (WarpSales) and techniqes to double or triple the productivity and effectiveness of sales people. As an on-demand or Software as a Service (SaaS) solution, we are changing the economics for delivering and deploying software and rapidly deploying new features in response to customer needs. Provided Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Customer Experience, Product/Market Fit, Value Proposition, Large Account… Show more The #1 Lead Qualification and Management (LQM) solution providing technologies (WarpSales) and techniqes to double or triple the productivity and effectiveness of sales people. As an on-demand or Software as a Service (SaaS) solution, we are changing the economics for delivering and deploying software and rapidly deploying new features in response to customer needs. Provided Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Customer Experience, Product/Market Fit, Value Proposition, Large Account Development, and other duties as CEO. Show less



Aptegrity

• Board Advisor

  • 2002 - 2005

  Fairfield, New Jersey Advisory Board Member during Growth and Scaling Phase. Also provided CEO with advice on strategic buyer acquisition.



Everynetworks

• Interim President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

  • Apr 2001 - Jul 2001

  Israel & New York Area Successfully positioned company to raise $3M in funding for this early stage SaaS Company, of 30+ Software Engineers in Israel, engaged in the collaboration software market. Involved in Fundraising, Sales, Product Management, Customer Engagement, and more. Decided to pursue Acrelic Interactive new opportunity as new owners of Everynetworks re-positioned software that would not be market ready for 12-18 months, (CEO not needed).



BRM Group

• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive in Residence

  • Sep 2000 - Apr 2001

  Fort Lee, New Jersey Created focus for software and technology startups while searching for CEO opportunities at this Venture Capital group. Given this market timing, I assisted in right-sizing many of the portfolio companies and providing perspectives on the viability of BRM's portfolio.



3Path (Sold to Cadmus)

• Board Member

  • 2000 - 2001

  Israel & New York Supported CEO with board support in developing and refining the company's startup strategies and go to market plans along with coaching on business development strategies to partner with large Global 1000 type accounts. Attended board meetings, review pre-read packs, and voted on critical board matters.



Telcordia Technologies

• United States
• Telecommunications
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Group Vice President and Managing Director, Business Consulting Services

  • May 1996 - Aug 2000

  Greater New York City Area Created opportunities and managed to turnaround a historically stagnant Business Unit to achieve 300% revenue and profit growth over 3 years. Initially lead efforts in commercializing the business leaders of the company working for the President of Software Systems (who later became COO). Business Unit ranked #32 in the Top Management Consulting Service providers in the World. Strategically positioned the business unit to privatize the largest telecom carries in the world from their… Show more Created opportunities and managed to turnaround a historically stagnant Business Unit to achieve 300% revenue and profit growth over 3 years. Initially lead efforts in commercializing the business leaders of the company working for the President of Software Systems (who later became COO). Business Unit ranked #32 in the Top Management Consulting Service providers in the World. Strategically positioned the business unit to privatize the largest telecom carries in the world from their regulated roots. Provided support in Public Policy, Finance, Marketing, Pricing, Transfer Pricing, LRIC Accounting, Activity based Costing, Business Process Re-engineering, and more.

• Executive Director, Business Planning

  • May 1995 - May 1996

  Greater New York City Area Hired by President of Software Systems (the >$700M Business Group of Bellcore) to Create the Companies' first business and sustainability plans, prepare the company to be sold, and commercialize/coach the Business Unit Presidents. Worked with executive team to articulate the various "projects" as business units wiht product lines and products. Created first forecasts by market segment, technology roadmaps, and other thought pieces that were wrapped into the descriptive memorandum. Coached… Show more Hired by President of Software Systems (the >$700M Business Group of Bellcore) to Create the Companies' first business and sustainability plans, prepare the company to be sold, and commercialize/coach the Business Unit Presidents. Worked with executive team to articulate the various "projects" as business units wiht product lines and products. Created first forecasts by market segment, technology roadmaps, and other thought pieces that were wrapped into the descriptive memorandum. Coached executives to think differently and prepare for banker discussions and due dilligence. Once the sale was announced, I was promoted and became the Business Unit leader for Business Consulting Services.



SAIC

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Member of Executive Board

  • 1997 - 2000

  Greater San Diego Area Member of Executive Board, being a Business Unit Leader, in this $5B plus private company (at the time) and known as one of the largest employee owned companies in the world, at the time.



TECSI SA

• Board Member

  • 1997 - 2000

  Paris Area, France Board member for this French CRM Software Company and its sibling company, Danet, in Germany. Company Sold to Steria, of Paris, France.



Meta Strategies & Solutions, Inc.

• President & CEO

  • Mar 1991 - Apr 1995

  Greater Chicago Area Founded and grew this management and marketing consulting business to more than 12 employees in 4 cities. Consulted with companies such as Ameritech,ATT, GATX, HP, IBM, Verizon (Bell Atlantic) among others. Sold this company in privatte transaction.



AT&T

• United States
• Telecommunications
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Director

  • Mar 1989 - Feb 1991

  Greater Chicago Area Business Development Manager for Systems Integration division of this regional telecom provider based in Chicago.



Technology Financial Services

• Program Director

  • Dec 1984 - Mar 1989

  Greater Boston Area Founded and Led Management Consulting practice of this high tech information services provider. Worked with customers such as: ATT, Bell Atlantic (Verizon), Nynex (Verizon), SBC (ATT), HP, IBM, Data General (EMC), Digital Equipment Corp (HP), Apollo, etc. Grew business to over $3M in revenue.



Disney General Entertainment Content

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 700 & Above Employee

• Automated Systems Coordinator

  • Nov 1982 - Dec 1984

  Greater New York City Area Managed the companies’ voice & data network planning efforts, evaluated alternate network configurations, Office Automation (O/A) platforms and networking strategies, and managed special projects such as the Sarajevo and LA Olympics.



Harvard University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Systems Consultant

  • May 1980 - Nov 1982

  Greater Boston Area Project and technical manager for telecommunications and office automation solutions. Managed through the lifecycle of technology deployment including the evaluation, purchase, plan and education. Clients included all Harvard faculty, staff and students throughout all colleges and its affiliates. Worked full-time my senior year of College.