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Running a business comes with constant questions: Where are we really making money? How much can we reinvest in growth? What happens if the market shifts? That’s where I come in. With nearly a decade of experience leading finance functions across startups, private equity-backed ventures, and public companies, I help business leaders cut through the noise, make informed decisions, and move forward with confidence. My role isn’t just about numbers—it’s about solving problems, uncovering insights, and bringing clarity to the story your business data is telling. How I Help You Gain Clarity & Control 1) Identify what’s working—and what’s not - Pinpoint the drivers of performance and uncover opportunities to improve margins, efficiency, and growth. 2) Turn uncertainty into strategy - Build dynamic financial models and forecasts that show you what’s ahead and prepare you for multiple scenarios. 3) Bring discipline to planning & spending - Develop budgets and cost frameworks that align with your goals while protecting profitability. 4) Translate complexity into clarity - Create executive-ready reports and dashboards that explain not just the numbers—but the story behind them. 5) Strengthen decision-making - Connect your P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow into a full financial picture, ensuring every choice is grounded in reality. 6) Stay ahead of cash flow - Use 13-week rolling forecasts to anticipate needs, prevent surprises, and keep your team focused on priorities. 7) Build scalable systems - Automate reporting and design intuitive dashboards that empower your entire organization to make smarter decisions, faster. Whether you need interim FP&A leadership, a clearer view of your financial health, or forward-looking insights to guide growth, I partner with you to bring structure, strategy, and confidence to your business decisions.

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I am an experienced Corporate Finance professional with over 25 years of experience helping both large and small businesses achieve their financial goals. Currently, I am working as an independent consultant and fractional CFO providing financial planning & analysis (FP&A)/financial modeling, accounting, capital raise, and other general financial support to both startups and established companies. My recent engagements include leading the finance function of a fintech startup and building pro forma financial models and investor decks for a virtual gaming company, an EV charging company, a cannabis company, and a consumer beverage company. I am based just outside of Washington DC, and am very experienced at working remotely. My noteworthy accomplishments include: • I have developed numerous business plans, investor decks, and financial models for start-ups and small businesses that were instrumental in successful capital raises. Specific funding transactions include strategic equity, small business loans and grants, crowdfunding, and blockchain offerings. • I have served as Fractional CFO/Accounting Manager for two companies. My specfic achievements include establishing appropriate policies and procedures, designing chart of accounts, reporting on KPIs, and preparation of applicable taxes including payment of estimated taxes.. • I spent the majority of my career (app. 20 years) at Lockheed Martin Inc. where I served in a variety of finance related roles including Treasury, FP&A, and Mergers & Acquisitions. While in the M&A group, I led several acquisitions from start to finish including the target identification, due diligence, negotiation, and closing stages. During this time, I also designed and built a program that was used by the company to quickly and efficiently identify and qualify attractive M&A candidates based on strategic, operating and financial attributes. • I led the FP&A function for a start-up satellite venture that raised over $1B in strategic capital. I graduated Cum Laude in History from Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine and I also hold a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Virginia, Darden School of Business in Charlottesville, Virginia. I am certified in Quickbooks Online and entry level Python and have achieved learning certificates in Data Science and Fintech.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE: Versatile professional with over 15 years of experience in technical writing, instructional support, budgetary management, and program analysis with the Department of Defense. PhD and Masters in Business Administration (Penn State University) with a concentration in Finance. PMP certified and holds a Masters in Contract Management (American Graduate University). Taught at graduate and undergraduate levels at the following universities: Penn State University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Mississippi, University of Maryland Global Campus, Bowie State University, Morgan State University APPLICABLE SKILL SET: * Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Support Agreements, Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Statements of Work (SOW), and proposal preparation * Research skills, experience with SharePoint, JIRA, Confluence, PeopleSoft Financials, and People Code * Advanced Technical Writing skills * Proficient in Microsoft 365

I have over 20 years of progressive experience in administration, operations, human resources, project management, client services, marketing, branding, collateral design and content, and writing, including blogs, website content, articles, RFPs, grant proposals, business plans, concept papers, and white papers. For example, my white papers and blog entries can still be found on multiple sites. I also created, designed, and oversaw the production of the video demonstrating a new technology platform at the American Staffing Association's national conference in 2016, for which the company was named one of the American Staffing Association's Top 10 Emerging Technologies, which can be found on a YouTube channel for the company. I also successfully completed over 25 RFPs and 10 RFIs for new business for which the company was requested to participate in the second and third round over 90% of the time. Additionally, I have over 15 years of human resources processes and procedures and HR operations (I am an HR senior certified professional (SHRM-SCP)) as well as research and analysis for new and expanded products and services and business enhancement through technical innovation and streamlining processes. I have worked projects from the concept paper phase to successful implementation and roll out. For example, for one small employer, I reorganized its economic development division to outsource specialized services to partners, cutting costs by $300,000 in 2015 while expanding client services by 30%.

REAL ESTATE ANALYST/DEAL ADVISOR AND REAL ESTATE MARKETING EXPERT As a real estate investment consultant with over 20 years of experience, I create custom proformas, underwriting tools, and investor pitch decks for developers, brokers, and syndicators. Whether you're stress-testing a multifamily deal or preparing for investor meetings, I provide clean, scalable models that speak your investor's language. (US Based, Real Industry Expert, founder of Ezprofinancialmodels, Analyst with Carramerica Realty Trust, Forest City Realty Trust, Brookfield, not just an excel jockey - I know the industry) 🔹 Excel-based real estate models (rental, condo, MF, commercial) 🔹 Investor-ready pitch decks 🔹 Sensitivity & scenario analysis Let’s bring clarity to your next deal. Real Estate Virtual Assistant I help brokers, managers, agents and property investors stand out with branded, scroll-stopping content. From Instagram Reels to done-for-you listing videos and content calendars, I handle the creative so you can focus on closing deals. 🔹 Social media strategy, newsletters, landing pages 🔹 Create content for buyers and sellers 🔹 Reels, open house tours, story templates 🔹 Canva graphics + video editing Let me make your listings and brand shine online. SKILLS: - Financial Modeling - Real Estate Underwriting - Pitch Decks - Content Strategy - Social Media Management - Canva Expert - Instagram Marketing - Email Marketing - Video Content Creation, Copywrite - Lead Attraction, Blogs -Bookkeeping monthly retainer options