At StoryBox English, I founded and developed an educational platform aimed at supporting English learners in U.S. schools. I managed all aspects of the business, including product development, financial operations, and strategic partnerships, while navigating market challenges such as budget cuts across school districts. Despite these challenges, I successfully created mobile and paper-based learning materials to enhance educational outcomes for English Language Learners (ELL). While the business provided valuable insights into the education industry, I am now exploring opportunities to transition StoryBox English to a larger organization that can better handle institutional sales and marketing to achieve scalable growth.

I led the financial turnaround of a loss-making company, transforming it into a profitable entity with $15M+ in earnings by transitioning to an online-centric model, optimizing overhead costs, and introducing new revenue streams. I developed a liquidity management strategy that ensured operational stability during financially challenging periods, including securing a new line of credit during the COVID-19 pandemic. I guided the company through a successful sale, significantly increasing investor returns by improving financial performance and preparing for comprehensive due diligence. Additionally, I launched and scaled new business verticals like CFA and NCLEX test-prep products, diversifying revenue streams and enhancing the company’s competitive position. I also improved financial reporting processes, introduced KPI dashboards, and streamlined budgeting to support more informed decision-making.

I played a key role in financial restructuring and performance improvement initiatives for middle-market companies in the manufacturing and media sectors, aligning with the needs of private equity-backed firms. I contributed to the Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring for Cenveo, Inc., a $1.5 billion global printing and envelope manufacturing company, where I was involved in interim treasury functions, managing liquidity, optimizing cash flow, and developing comprehensive short- and long-term cash forecasts. Additionally, I supported creditor negotiations and helped implement cash management frameworks to stabilize financial operations during the restructuring process. I was also instrumental in implementing cash management systems to ensure operational stability during critical periods, while refining cash flow forecasting models and working on EBITDA optimization strategies to aid executive decision-making.

During my time at Jefferies, I advised on strategic financial transactions for clients across various sectors, playing a key role in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), debt financing, and IPO processes. I contributed to several high-profile deals, leveraging my analytical skills to maximize value for clients. My work involved financial modeling, due diligence, and supporting negotiations to ensure successful outcomes. The experience provided me with deep exposure to the complexities of corporate finance and transaction structuring, allowing me to develop a strong foundation in investment banking and client advisory services.

At Samsung Techwin, I managed communications with institutional investors, ensuring transparency around the company’s financial performance and strategy. This role provided me with valuable exposure to investor relations and corporate finance in a global business environment.

At the Ministry of National Defense, I served as an Air Force First Lieutenant, focusing on inter-governmental military procurement and cooperation. This role gave me valuable experience in international negotiations and strategic collaboration.