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30+ years of global business experience in the pharmaceutical and consumer goods industries. My mentoring specialties are: building fit-for-purpose solutions for effective business operations, identifying & fostering new avenues for growth, identifying and solving gaps in strategy, resolving conflicts between parties, and building alliances across a business network. Passion for assisting business owners to unlock hidden potential; in particular for minority & women-owned/led businesses.

I have a passion for helping new startups just getting going as well as established companies looking to change directions. I can help you spark creative ideas and develop an attack plan to get a business off the ground or turn the ship towards better opportunities. I encourage out-of-the-box thinking while always being practical at what's possible to accomplish.

As a SCORE Mentor, I can help you evaluate business ideas, develop strategic and tactical plans, and provide you with guidance and resources to:
• Launch your business
• Grow revenues
• Develop and execute your sales plan
• Improve profitability

My experience includes revenue growth, profitability, sales strategy & planning, channel programs, financial analysis, business technology, analytics and AI. My industry experience spans high-tech, telecommunications, banking, insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, government, and retail.

My area of expertise has been devising pricing strategies and conducting thorough market analysis to drive revenue growth and maximize profitability. I also have expertise in strategic planning, financial modeling, budgeting, revenue growth, and marketing analytics. I have provided guidance and advice in multiple industries including financial services, manufacturing, environmental, and engineering services. I also helped acquire, operate, and sell a healthcare practice.

I have over 25 years of experience in the medical device industry, including bootstrapping a protein bar company and starting a successful franchise; my expertise offers invaluable guidance to start-up, small, medium, and large-scale businesses. I specialize in strategic planning, marketing, market expansion, and product innovation. I'm adept at steering businesses through growth and industry challenges.

I can help SCORE clients by listening to their needs and helping them define their goals. Specifically, I can assist with defining sales and marketing strategies, and creating tactical plans.

My background is in healthcare management with specific expertise in strategic planning, business development and corporate real estate. I possess a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare delivery system, strategic market analysis and corporate real estate including site selection, financial analyses, transaction management, facility design, budgeting and construction project management.

CONSULTANT, BUSINESS STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT, RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT, THOUGHT LEADER
Strategic, multifaceted business professional offering extensive, in-depth experience developing relationships and solutions for top-tier U.S. services institutions. Strong evaluation and planning skills, as well as expert management of corporate development activities. Entrepreneurial approach to drive improved business results through analysis and process improvements.
Core Competencies:

Mentoring/Coaching for New Business Start Up, Business Build/Scale, Funding Strategy, Business Strategy and Planning, Business Scale-up, Sales/Revenue & Profit Growth, Improving Current Business Performance/Efficiency, Talent Development/Acquisition/Retention,

Extensive experience with budget, AR/AP, financial reporting and operations. Specialty fields include Research, Healthcare Education, Medicare, Customer Service. Special Interest include Business coaching/planning, Grants, Commercial Real Estate, Event Planning, Arts & Entertainment, Crafts.