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Business Plan development, Market Share Growth, Marketing and Advertising, Overall Financial Management (P&L), Supply Chain and Operational Management, Hiring, Staffing, Scheduling and Partnership Development

extensive business experience

Coaching Listening and encouraging them to make good decisions by leading them to the appropriate solutions. Supporting them through communication and dealings with other connected to their business.

Media and Production

I spent 6 years working as a venture capitalist at Adams Street Partners where I was focused on funding early-stage startups. After that I spent 4 years starting, operating, and selling my own business (stayoffmap.com). I'm excited to help anyone with questions about business plans, fundraising, product development, digital marketing, or any other areas of the startup process!

Throughout my career, I have worked to transform dreams into functioning businesses. I hope to help SCORE clients make their dreams come alive. While some adjustments may be needed, I have found that nearly every dream can be transformed into a viable enterprise.

As a life long entrepreneur, I've not only started many new businesses and launched new products, but I have helped dozens of people write business plans and/or determine the viability of a new business/product.

I have been active in the hospitality, real estate, and performing arts professions. I have owned and operated restaurants, bars, and catering companies and venues for many years at the Jersey Shore and New York City. I also am a consultant to the hospitality industry, a partner and a sales associate in a real estate brokerage, worked extensively in the performing arts, and have been on the boards of a few non-profit arts organizations and local government committees. My expertise is in operations, marketing, strategic planning, design, and the many facets of those businesses.