CFO, former investment banker, and eCommerce founder with nearly 20 years of experience in strategic finance, FP&A, and M&A across startups and global firms - enjoys working hands-on with startups.
Years of Exp.
18years
Member Since
4/25
Functional Skills
Budgeting
Business Analysis
Business Development
Finance Transformation
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Investment Banking
Investor Relations
Operations Management
Revenue Growth
Strategic Planning
Software Skills
Microsoft Office
Sector Experience
Business Services
Consumer Goods
Financial Services
Retail
Technology
Languages
French
English
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Experience
Founder
Sales
Founder of US Ecomm Business
5/2018 - Present
Sole owner of U.S.-based private label eCommerce businesses. Managed end-to-end operations including legal setup, product development, pricing, marketing, logistics, financials, and compliance.
Grenion Group
Corporate Strategy & Development
Chief Financial Officer
10/2021 - 8/2024
Built the finance function from scratch, overseeing operations, planning, fundraising, investor relations, and M&A. Drove 195% revenue CAGR (2021–2023) through organic growth and the acquisition of Invincible Brands from Henkel. Secured debt financing, implemented strong financial controls, and improved transparency. Led budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning while maintaining strong relationships with investors and lenders.
HSBC Bank USA
Finance
Leveraged Finance, Vice President
10/2014 - 5/2018
Led the build-out of HSBC's U.S. Middle Market Financial Sponsors team, originating and executing leveraged transactions while overseeing sponsor coverage, portfolio management, and RoRWA analysis.
HSBC
Finance
Leveraged Finance, Associate Director
7/2010 - 10/2014
Originated and executed French middle market leveraged finance transactions, leading financial analysis, structuring, credit process management, and loan negotiations, while also mentoring junior team members.
HSBC Bank Plc
Finance
Leveraged Finance, Associate Director
10/2013 - 12/2013
Completed a 3-month placement with HSBC UK, originating and executing middle market leveraged finance transactions before returning to the France team.
Royal Bank of Scotland
Finance
Leveraged Capital Markets, Analyst
8/2007 - 3/2009
Originated and syndicated large-cap leveraged transactions as MLA/Bookrunner, including financial analysis and preparation of syndication materials such as IMs, pitch books, and teasers.
Societe Generale
Finance
Leveraged Finance, Analyst
3/2006 - 8/2007
Originated and structured large-cap leveraged finance transactions, including financial analysis and preparation of credit applications.