Experience

Longview Innovation

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

• Associate Director, Portfolio Operations

  • Jan 2018 - Present

  Wilmington, Delaware, United States Provides operational support for emerging portfolio companies fulfilling business needs in the life sciences and physical sciences sector, supporting the organizations in every stage of business development from technology inception through funding rounds allowing stakeholders the ability to focus on technology and other areas of company growth. Responsible for multiple companies’ financial needs including, opening, and administering new bank accounts, domestic and international, wire… Show more Provides operational support for emerging portfolio companies fulfilling business needs in the life sciences and physical sciences sector, supporting the organizations in every stage of business development from technology inception through funding rounds allowing stakeholders the ability to focus on technology and other areas of company growth. Responsible for multiple companies’ financial needs including, opening, and administering new bank accounts, domestic and international, wire transfers, foreign exchange, bill payments, and credit card account management, invoice processing, purchasing, expense reimbursement. Developed various presentations to improve portfolio diligence and best practices across platform, and portfolio companies including company formation, forecasting-cash runway tools, personnel, and board basics, resulting in streamlined efficiencies and evolution. Sets up and administer payroll, employee benefits and 401(k), new hire documentation and on boarding, employment screening compliance. Implemented and created a standardized, scalable on boarding process, improving efficiencies resulting in a smooth on boarding transition, ensuring compliance and process. Created an organized folder structure for company record keeping on a cloud storage database with two factor authentications producing a more secure environment for sensitive and confidential information. Coordinated multiple portfolio companies’ board of director meetings by aligning monthly board of director or investor meetings while prioritizing directors and observers demanding schedules, compiling board minutes, and assisting with assembling board materials and data storage rooms.

• Business Support Manager

  • Jan 2018 - Nov 2021

  Wilmington, Delaware IPG’s Business Support Team provides our portfolio companies with a comprehensive suite of business services that encompass operational, personnel, financial and board support.



Flow Wine Group

• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Wine Consultant

  • Sep 2017 - Dec 2018

  Greater Philadelphia Area Conducted wine tastings while driving sale revenues through direct interaction with consumers to promote client’s wine, brand, and varietals.



Unilife Corporation

• Office Services Manager

  • Nov 2013 - May 2017

  King of Prussia, PA Developed and drove cultural initiatives, standard operating procedures, templates, and best practices. Led candidate interviews, and onboarding for new hires. Lead event planner for conferences, private luncheons & dinners, cocktail receptions, team-building activities, and team off-sites. Planning included detailed budgeting, venue scouting, catering support, run-of-show creation, print material execution, room block negotiation, AV support, VIP guest travel support, and day of… Show more Developed and drove cultural initiatives, standard operating procedures, templates, and best practices. Led candidate interviews, and onboarding for new hires. Lead event planner for conferences, private luncheons & dinners, cocktail receptions, team-building activities, and team off-sites. Planning included detailed budgeting, venue scouting, catering support, run-of-show creation, print material execution, room block negotiation, AV support, VIP guest travel support, and day of execution, ensuring the guest experience is exceptional. Provided logistical support for the Board of Directors, including coordination and planning of the annual board and subcommittee meetings. Coordinated project from start to finish with the building management, construction management, architect, and the CEO of Unilife to create a beautiful office space and café for the employees to enjoy. Show less



Starbucks

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• General Manager in Training

  • Nov 2012 - Nov 2013

  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Handled all day-to-day operations at a very active Starbucks café managing store operations, driving financial success, building and leading great teams, and creating a meeting place for the community. Honed my retail experience to grow a successful, multi-million-dollar business driving sales and leveraging business acumen, efficiency and problem-solving skills. Inspired employees to create uplifting experiences for all who entered our shop by providing training, motivation… Show more Handled all day-to-day operations at a very active Starbucks café managing store operations, driving financial success, building and leading great teams, and creating a meeting place for the community. Honed my retail experience to grow a successful, multi-million-dollar business driving sales and leveraging business acumen, efficiency and problem-solving skills. Inspired employees to create uplifting experiences for all who entered our shop by providing training, motivation, coaching and support for ~ 25 team members. Oversaw new operational process for the first rollout in Philadelphia. Scheduled specific training sessions with all employees and made sure that it was implemented correctly during each shift. Mentored other store managers who would come to observe how the new process worked. Show less



Potbelly Sandwich Works

• United States
• Restaurants
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Manager

  • Jul 2011 - Oct 2012

  Greater Philadelphia Area Managed a high volume, fast paced restaurant with the goal of creating a friendly customer-focused atmosphere through organization and communication. Accountable for weekly scheduling, managing food and labor costs and achieving financial targets.



Findlay Dining Commons

• United States
• Restaurants
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Culinary Apprentice Program

  • Sep 2009 - Jan 2011

  Responsible for various cooking tasks throughout the day to help make meals for students. Managed multiple students to make sure food was ready and prepped for the day or upcoming meal.



Hershey Entertainment & Resorts

• United States
• Individual and Family Services

• Supervisor (Intern)

  • May 2010 - Aug 2010

  Managed employees and operations on a daily basis at this food and beverage outlet at the world famous Hershey Lodge and Convention Center. Served customers each day greatly increasing my client relation skills. Trained part-time workforce in customer service practices. Responsible for carrying out nightly requisition and inventory.



Normandy Farms Hotel and Conference Center & Blue Bell Country Club

• Banquet Server

  • May 2008 - Jan 2010

  Worked as a team alongside employees to set up and serve weddings, business meetings, and private events. Shadowed Senior Sales Manager each week observing procedures for booking and execution for events and weddings.