Professional Summary
I work with established business owners, investors, and brokers to strengthen operations, improve profitability, and increase long-term value — either through strategic consulting partnerships or acquisition.
I don't advise from the sidelines — I've run the business. Hands-on operator with 20+ years in senior leadership. My work focuses on making businesses run better, scale responsibly, and become more valuable.
Experience
Chief Operating Officer
Multi-State Manufacturing Company
- Senior operating leadership in ~$18M multi-site manufacturing business
- Led multi-site manufacturing and distribution operations
- Full P&L ownership: operations, finance, HR, IT, engineering, sales, and marketing
- Executed multiple acquisitions from diligence through integration
- Implemented ERP/MRP systems across four facilities
- Integrated businesses across different states, aligning people, processes, and systems
Executive Leadership Roles
COO / CFO / VP-Level Positions | 20+ Years
- Led multi-location operations through organic and acquisition-driven growth
- Managed complex production, logistics, and engineering environments
- Implemented ERP, CRM, and financial reporting platforms
- Worked with owners to improve margins and professionalize operations
Who I Work With
Business Owners
- Improve profitability and operational discipline
- Prepare for sale or succession
- Reduce dependence on themselves
- Protect employees, customers, and legacy
Business Brokers
- Prepared, credible counterparties
- Realistic deal structures
- Clear communication and follow-through
- Buyers who understand operations
Investors
- Operator-led growth
- Strong governance and financial controls
- Disciplined execution post-close
Core Competencies
- Operational efficiency & process discipline
- Cost structure, pricing & margin improvement
- Financial visibility, forecasting & controls
- Leadership alignment & accountability
- Systems, reporting & scalability
- Acquisition readiness & integration planning
Partnership Approach
How I Engage
- Business Growth Consultant
- Operating Partner
- Strategic Buyer / Co-Buyer
- Post-Acquisition Integration Leader
Philosophy & Deal Approach
- People and process drive value
- Financial clarity enables better decisions
- Strong operations outperform clever strategies
- Trust and accountability matter more than speed
- Growth-focused, not flip-driven
When acquiring, I prioritize stability first, followed by thoughtful improvement and growth. Transparent communication, collaborative with owners and leadership teams, respectful of culture and employees.