Experience

Growthink Capital

• United States
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, Mergers & Acquisitions and Fund Raising

  • 2017 - Present

  Century City, CA Growthink Capital Partners is a global investment bank that provides M&A and fund raising services to lower middle market businesses in all industries, with a focus on technology, manufacturing, and services sectors. Co-lead origination, structuring, and execution of Mergers & Acquisitions and Fund-Raising mandates for mature and startup companies through a large institutional investor network. Industry specializations include Software/SaaS, eCommerce, Consumer Brands, Tech-enabled… Show more Growthink Capital Partners is a global investment bank that provides M&A and fund raising services to lower middle market businesses in all industries, with a focus on technology, manufacturing, and services sectors. Co-lead origination, structuring, and execution of Mergers & Acquisitions and Fund-Raising mandates for mature and startup companies through a large institutional investor network. Industry specializations include Software/SaaS, eCommerce, Consumer Brands, Tech-enabled Services (B2B and B2C), Mobility, Transportation & Logistics, FinTech, Media, Business/Industrial Services, and Manufacturing. Sample Engagements: - $20 million Series B Consumer Electric Bicycle brand - $10 million Series A Consumer Electric Bicycle brand - $20 million Series B Digital Media Predictive Data Analytics provider - $15 million Series A Consumer Health & Wellness (Dental) brand - $5 million Series A Direct-to-Consumer Sustainable Connected Travel brand - $7 million Series A Consumer Telemedicine provider - $19 million Outdoor Products eCommerce brand (M&A) - $15 million Home Automation Cable brand (M&A) - $5 million Series A Smart Home Platform provider - $10 million Series B Retail Point-of-Sale Instant Financing provider - $120 million Enterprise Telecom Managed Services provider (SaaS)(M&A) - $50 million Enterprise Digital Transformation & Software Implementation firm (M&A) - $15 million Enterprise Mobile Application Development firm (M&A) - $10 million Series A Carrier-focused Transportation Management System (TMS SaaS) - $40 million Retail Reverse Logistics provider (Re-seller of returns/closeout inventory) (M&A) - $10 million Series A Automotive/Enterprise Wholesale Marketplace (AI/Machine Learning SaaS) - $5 million Series A Healthcare B2B Payments provider (SaaS) Show less



Phillip Roman & Company

• United States
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

• Director, Business Development and M&A Deal Origination - Private Equity

  • 2009 - 2016

  Greater Los Angeles Area Buy side M&A advisory firm that originates proprietary buyouts and investments for middle market private equity firms in all industries. Sample Deals: $110 million sale of a $75 million IT Services provider to private equity sponsor $60 million sale of a $50 million manufacturer of composite (fiberglass) truck bodies $30 million sale (bolt-on acquisition) of $25 million manufacturer of lab equipment $35 million minority investment in the largest commercial truck dealership in… Show more Buy side M&A advisory firm that originates proprietary buyouts and investments for middle market private equity firms in all industries. Sample Deals: $110 million sale of a $75 million IT Services provider to private equity sponsor $60 million sale of a $50 million manufacturer of composite (fiberglass) truck bodies $30 million sale (bolt-on acquisition) of $25 million manufacturer of lab equipment $35 million minority investment in the largest commercial truck dealership in the U.S. $5 million mezzanine investment in a consumer branded lawn & garden business Transactions were often opportunistic and included corporate buyouts and recapitalizations (new platforms and add-on acquisitions) as well as growth equity for healthy and distressed businesses. - Sourced a robust, consistent pipeline of fully-vetted acquisition targets for private equity firms by directly engaging with CEOs of middle market companies with $10M to $1B+ in revenue. - Developed and executed tailored sales & marketing strategies based on industry research and each private equity group’s investment criteria and growth objectives. - Initiated and developed long-term advisory relationships with C-level prospects by employing a consultative sales approach. - Qualified and introduced sellers to buyers. Led initial due diligence, price discovery, and buyer-seller meetings. Stayed engaged in process from initiation to closure. - Negotiated engagement contracts, fee terms, Letters of Intent, and NDAs. Show less



Options Group

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Engagement Manager and Senior Executive Search Consultant - Alternative Investments

  • 2007 - 2009

  Newport Beach, CA Brought on by and reported directly to one of the firm’s Managing Partners to expand the regional office’s alternative investments practice in the Southern California region. Working independently with minimal direction and support, conducted executive search engagements for Wall Street firms globally, primarily in asset management, hedge funds, private equity, capital markets, and investment banking. - Pursued, closed, and managed new executive search mandates with current and… Show more Brought on by and reported directly to one of the firm’s Managing Partners to expand the regional office’s alternative investments practice in the Southern California region. Working independently with minimal direction and support, conducted executive search engagements for Wall Street firms globally, primarily in asset management, hedge funds, private equity, capital markets, and investment banking. - Pursued, closed, and managed new executive search mandates with current and prospective clients. - Planned and led all aspects of searches from start to finish, including market research, lead generation, outbound call strategy, candidate screening/preparation, and fee and compensation negotiation. - Provided clients with hiring recommendations and market intelligence using a consultative approach. Show less



Morgan Samuels Company

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

• Retained Executive Search Consultant - Corporate Finance

  • 2005 - 2007

  Beverly Hills, CA Planned and led execution of retained executive searches for mostly financial services Fortune 500 clients with full national coverage. Marketed career opportunities to senior-level managers and thoroughly screened and interviewed candidates. Developed search strategy and research plan by translating client objectives into human capital needs.



Bank of America

• United States
• Banking
• 700 & Above Employee

• Divisional CFO and Senior Internal Strategy Consultant

  • 2003 - 2005

  Calabasas, CA Selected by the head of the company’s internal consulting division (which reported to the corporate CAO) to serve as its CFO. Led the company's annual strategic planning, budgeting, and financial reporting processes for the division, as well as monitoring the group's overall consultant utilization. Managed multiple cross-functional client engagements focused on performance management, revenue enhancement, and cost rationalization. Employed a proprietary Six Sigma-based methodology… Show more Selected by the head of the company’s internal consulting division (which reported to the corporate CAO) to serve as its CFO. Led the company's annual strategic planning, budgeting, and financial reporting processes for the division, as well as monitoring the group's overall consultant utilization. Managed multiple cross-functional client engagements focused on performance management, revenue enhancement, and cost rationalization. Employed a proprietary Six Sigma-based methodology involving process analysis and redesign, financial analysis, activity-based costing, and implementation planning. Show less



Goldman Sachs

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Advisor, Ultra High Net Worth Wealth Management

  • 2000 - 2002

  Los Angeles, CA Private Client Services professional for ultra high net worth market in Southern California, Arizona, and Nevada. Called on C-level corporate executives, entrepreneurs, celebrities, and family offices (and their intermediaries) with $10M or more in liquid assets to market sophisticated investment advisory services. Researched market and developed customized solicitation strategies. Specialized in asset allocation, diversification, trust and estate planning, and risk management.



Intel Corporation

• United States
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Production Supervisor, Pentium Processor Assembly & Test Factory

  • 1995 - 1998

  Chandler, AZ Led the startup of Intel's first-ever post-fab production line for its brand new Pentium Processor for laptops. Managed diverse teams of up to 35 manufacturing technicians. Also directed a separate team of 12 that performed routine maintenance and repairs on production line equipment. Led multiple cross-functional and cross-site teams and projects focused on best practice standardization, process improvement, and collaborative problem solving.



US Army

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Munitions Warehouse Officer and Platoon Leader

  • 1993 - 1995

  Fort Lewis WA Led a diverse team of 50 enlisted soldiers tasked with managing warehousing and logistics operations for the installation's entire munitions inventory. Created and managed group training plans and individualized programs designed to enhance job performance, professional development, and fitness level.