Roppotunity LLC

Provide financial and business operations consulting on a project or interim-role basis. Specialize in utilizing my extensive experience and the Value Builder toolset to prepare companies for an exit or sale.

Principal

ROADMEDIC® 

ROADMEDIC® is the de facto standard for real-time compliant and secure delivery of airbag deployment vehicular emergency data to next-generation 911/112/000 emergency services utilizing technology neutral, standards-based, secure interfaces enabling interoperable bi-directional public safety emergency communications with connected cars.

ROADMEDIC® digitally processes and securely routes intelligent crash data via a permissioned cloud-native, CJIS-compliant global public-safety IP network. ROADMEDIC connectivity to next-generation 911/112/000 emergency services bypasses legacy call center intermediaries and the reliance on terrestrial-only infrastructure, thereby improving the reliability of automotive OEM SOS emergency services, reducing response times, and expediting the arrival of first responders.ROADMEDIC® is the de facto standard for real-time compliant and secure delivery of airbag deployment vehicular emergency data to next-generation 911/112/000 emergency services utilizing technology neutral, standards-based, secure interfaces enabling interoperable bi-directional public safety emergency communications with connected cars. ROADMEDIC® digitally processes and securely routes intelligent crash data via a permissioned cloud-native, CJIS-compliant global public-safety IP network. ROADMEDIC connectivity to next-generation 911/112/000 emergency services bypasses legacy call center intermediaries and the reliance on terrestrial-only infrastructure, thereby improving the reliability of automotive OEM SOS emergency services, reducing response times, and expediting the arrival of first responders.

Consulting CFO

Early-stage venture – developed the RoadMedic® accident management service as a value-added differentiator and profitability enhancement for automakers and dealers.  Implemented successful, award-winning pilot program in Harris County, Texas.  Led business development, financial and business planning, and investor and bank dealings.

Chief Financial Officer

LiDAR Saving Lives Public-Safety Coalition

Sponsored by global automakers and their tier-one suppliers, we are dedicated to revolutionizing vehicular safety through the design, integration, demonstration, and commercial deployment of IP-based next-generation 911/112/000 emergency services. We balance technological innovation with public safety and regulatory compliance. Through an end-to-end design approach, we seamlessly combine cutting-edge sensor technologies to equip 911/112/000 first responders with instantaneous 'eyes-on-scene' situational awareness, ensuring faster and more effective responses to vehicular emergencies, including airbag deployments, automatic emergency steering events, driver health emergencies, thermal runaway incidents, and vehicle submersions. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and strategic partnerships, we set the standard in safeguarding lives on the road, driving towards a safer future for all.

Board Member

US Liner Company

Chief Financial Officer (Interim)

Select International

Select International develops tech-enabled assessment solutions that help companies identify, select, and develop top talent.

•	Instrumental in sale of company to PSI Services LLC for 12x EBITDA multiple.
•	Drove focus on growth and margins via subscriptions to larger clients – 22% CAGR since 2016.
•	Implemented new accounting and HR systems alongside Salesforce to enable deeper analytics and reporting.
•       Provided CFO, accounting, treasury, and HR support for related acquisition True Image Interactive.

CFO Advisory Practice

• Provided financial and legal advice regarding natural gas leases and bonus payments. Researched   neighboring lease alignments, evaluated competing financial offers, and negotiated lease terms, leading to agreement with major international oil & gas company.
•  Involved in detailed market research and business model development to deliver high-quality, engaging education to the K-12 market through a unique blend of telepresence, physical spaces, and technology services.
•  Modeled scenarios and provided advisory services in support of the acquisition of manufacturing, rail services, and storage tank assets from Vertellus Specialty Materials.
•  Worked with founder of technology services company to seek funding by developing detailed financial model and initiating contact with investment funds.

Tangent Rail Corporation

Tangent Rail provided crosstie treatment and recycling for the railroad industry.
•  Integral in successful sale of Tangent to publicly traded Canadian strategic buyer (Stella-Jones) -- The M&A Advisor Industrial Manufacturing/Distribution Deal of the Year.
•  Consummated dividend recapitalization in 2008 despite the  problematic debt markets, providing substantial liquidity event for shareholders.
•  Developed comprehensive cash forecasting model to proactively manage cash flow given the higher-leveraged capital structure and tight credit markets.
•  Performed detailed evaluation of three acquisition candidates.

Tegrant Corporation

•  Played key role in sale of $430-million North American diversified packaging division of SCA (Stockholm-based Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget) to Metalmark Capital, forming Tegrant Corporation.  
•  Led transition to standalone entity, re-establishing many critical financial and systems functions previously performed by parent. 
•  Completed two acquisitions and initiated due diligence on two others.
•  Developed external reporting and presentations for lenders and rating agencies, instituted purchase accounting process, and drove financial planning model development.

VP Finance and Chief Financial Officer

RODIS, LLC

Retained to lead management firm providing professional services (finance / accounting, purchasing, information technology, marketing, and human resources) to maximize the operational effectiveness of cyber charter school clients.

Chief Operating Officer

The Seidler Companies

Provided private-client wealth management services and advised early-stage companies on business model and capital formation matters at this Los Angeles-based investment bank.

Financial Advisor

CFO | Certified M&A Advisor® | Certified Value Builder™ | Chartered Financial Analyst®

C-level financial and operating executive who drives value by blending a strategic view of the business with a detailed focus.  Confident leadership, keen business acumen, high ethical standards, superior communication skills, and appreciation for an organization’s culture ensure effectiveness.  International experience and multi-lingual.  

Consistently a key leader in a wide range of organizations:
• Public, private-equity sponsored, private, non-profit 
• Startup to multi-billion in sales
• Industries include automotive, technology services, financial services, education, packaging, railroad, human resources

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