Operations and investment strategy for real estate company; focused on investment analyses for major real estate transactions as well as setting up a capital appreciation real estate fund.

Founded internet retail company incorporating modern sports shoe design in flip flops. See www.pecheblu.com. Oversee strategy, finance, product design, production facilities in China, and internet sales.

Provider of security services to corporations and government
• Developed cash flow projections for new business lines
• Assessed marketing/pricing strategy
• Negotiated business, liability and health insurance with Lloyds of London
• Analyzed financing and due diligence

Founded company incorporating modern sports shoe design in flip flops for internet and retail stores. Used design technology to reduce foot injuries with arch support, improved traction, cushioned straps, anti-bacterial rubber to reduce foot fatigue and improve comfort
• Developed business model, arranging financing and hired designers
• Developed branding, trademarks, product lines, products, and distribution
• Created automated Internet sales site
• Produced product in China

Cosmetic packaging company in New York and Los Angles with parent in Milan, Italy
Executive Vice President (Chief Operating Officer for the US)
• Achieved 17% revenue growth in 2010 and 28% in 2011, highest earnings in 10 years
• Chaired Executive Committee and 34 staff reports
• Oversaw branding, marketing, strategy, finance and operations

Led team, negotiated finance and marketing agreements to win contract to develop and produce all personal care products for 1500 GAP and Banana Republic stores
• Created business plan, pricing, cash flow projections and negotiated with GAP
• Oversaw product lines, products, worked on design/packaging, distribution
• Worked with legal, finance and operations to coordinate products and negotiations
• Contract provided basis for new specialty retail division

Financial advisor on corporate valuations, M&A, turnarounds, corporate crises and investments:
• Advised consumer products/services to determine customer value and future cash flows
• Valued $200 million media company for sale
• Arranging financing and oversaw negotiations to purchase bankrupt manufacturer
• Forecast third round valuation of $80 million biotech, winning additional consulting