Managing Directors
NORMAN R. JORDAN
Group President, Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Jordan joined CSC Capital as the Group President & Managing Director in the Summit Mergers and Acquisitions Group. Prior to joining the firm, he held the position of Senior Business Intermediary with one of North Americas largest M&A Firms. Mr. Jordan has a demonstrated track record in delivering quantifiable results throughout his 25-year business career. He has previous experiences as the Vice President of Sales-Evaporative Metal Films; National Sales Manager-CDGM Glass Company, USA; Director of Sales and Marketing-Applied Coatings Group; and the Canadian Regional Sales Manager-Guardian Industries.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Senior Business Intermediary, The Gottesman Company, Rochester, NY. October 2000 – September 2013.
Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Evaporated Metal Films, Ithaca, NY. October 2009 – September 2000.
National Sales Manager, CDGM Glass Company USA, Rochester, NY. January 2008 – August 2009.
Director of Sales and Marketing, Applied Coatings Group, Rochester, NY. November 2006 - January 2008.
Canadian Regional Sales Manager, Guardian Industries, Geneva, NY. April 2003 – November 2006.
Regional Sales Manager, Optical Coating Laboratory, Inc. Santa Rosa, CA. December 1996 – April 2003.
District Sales Manager (Plus Multiple Sales and Marketing Positions), Eastman Kodak Company, Rochester, NY. September 1982 – December 1996.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's of Science - Business Management. Ithaca College, Ithaca New York, 1982.
ASSOCIATIONS:
Mr. Jordan remains to be very active in with his Alma mater and is currently on the Ithaca College Alumni Associations Board of Directors where he serves on the Award and New Membership Committees. He also serves on various other boards in both the private and public sectors and is a leader in a wide variety of civic and charitable organizations.
PERSONAL:
Mr. Jordan is a sport’s enthusiast, having played organized sports his entire life. He still remains active in sports both as a participant, as well as a spectator. His hobbies include Golf, Sailing, Skiing, Jogging and Hiking. He has 3 daughters Stephanie (age 27) Jennifer (age 25) and Mackenzie (20), all of whom have participated in Women’s Lacrosse at the Division I collegiate level. Mr. Jordan is an active member of the United States Lacrosse Association, and spent 5 years coordinating and coaching Women’s Lacrosse in the Penfield Youth Lacrosse League.
Group President, Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Jordan joined CSC Capital as the Group President & Managing Director in the Summit Mergers and Acquisitions Group. Prior to joining the firm, he held the position of Senior Business Intermediary with one of North Americas largest M&A Firms. Mr. Jordan has a demonstrated track record in delivering quantifiable results throughout his 25-year business career. He has previous experiences as the Vice President of Sales-Evaporative Metal Films; National Sales Manager-CDGM Glass Company, USA; Director of Sales and Marketing-Applied Coatings Group; and the Canadian Regional Sales Manager-Guardian Industries.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Senior Business Intermediary, The Gottesman Company, Rochester, NY. October 2000 – September 2013.
Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Evaporated Metal Films, Ithaca, NY. October 2009 – September 2000.
National Sales Manager, CDGM Glass Company USA, Rochester, NY. January 2008 – August 2009.
Director of Sales and Marketing, Applied Coatings Group, Rochester, NY. November 2006 - January 2008.
Canadian Regional Sales Manager, Guardian Industries, Geneva, NY. April 2003 – November 2006.
Regional Sales Manager, Optical Coating Laboratory, Inc. Santa Rosa, CA. December 1996 – April 2003.
District Sales Manager (Plus Multiple Sales and Marketing Positions), Eastman Kodak Company, Rochester, NY. September 1982 – December 1996.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's of Science - Business Management. Ithaca College, Ithaca New York, 1982.
ASSOCIATIONS:
Mr. Jordan remains to be very active in with his Alma mater and is currently on the Ithaca College Alumni Associations Board of Directors where he serves on the Award and New Membership Committees. He also serves on various other boards in both the private and public sectors and is a leader in a wide variety of civic and charitable organizations.
PERSONAL:
Mr. Jordan is a sport’s enthusiast, having played organized sports his entire life. He still remains active in sports both as a participant, as well as a spectator. His hobbies include Golf, Sailing, Skiing, Jogging and Hiking. He has 3 daughters Stephanie (age 27) Jennifer (age 25) and Mackenzie (20), all of whom have participated in Women’s Lacrosse at the Division I collegiate level. Mr. Jordan is an active member of the United States Lacrosse Association, and spent 5 years coordinating and coaching Women’s Lacrosse in the Penfield Youth Lacrosse League.
ALAN M. POUSSAINT
Group President, NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Poussaint has worked in the private equity and venture capital industry for roughly 15 years, the majority of which was spent at Lincolnshire Management, Inc., a $3.0 billion middle market buyout firm. At Lincolnshire, Mr. Poussaint was involved in deploying over $750 million of private capital, including analyzing, negotiating, conducting the due diligence, and managing the purchase and/or sale of numerous companies. Most notably, Mr. Poussaint worked closely with management on the acquisition, operation and sale of eight companies including Bankruptcy Management Solutions, Inc., the sale of which earned Lincolnshire the Private Equity Deal of the Year award from the Los Angeles Venture Association in 2007. The investments with which Mr. Poussaint directly evaluated, executed and oversaw as portfolio companies at Lincolnshire produced an IRR of 85% and a MOIC of 3.7x.
Subsequent to Lincolnshire, and for the next two years, Mr. Poussaint, helped found and manage two e-commerce companies in Jakarta, Indonesia for the German-based incubator, Rocket Internet GmbH -- Lazada and Zalora Indonesia. Both companies were in their nascent stages when he joined. He played a significant role in the hiring of personnel, development of the companies’ strategies, and entrance into the marketplace for both. He served as the Chief Financial Officer for both companies after the launch of each until returning to the United States. Recent acquisitions of significant stakes in both companies, represent that their combined valuation is more than USD $1 billion. Most recently, Mr. Poussaint has served as the President and Chief Financial Officer for Dalbo Holdings, Inc., a portfolio company of Lincolnshire; operating in the oil and gas industry. Alongside the Chief Executive Officer of Dalbo, Mr. Poussaint helped return the company to profitability in a historically challenging market environment.
Mr. Poussaint has served as an Officer on the Board of Directors of eight companies -- Bankruptcy Management Solutions, Inc., Computer Technology Solutions Corp., Dalbo Holdings, Inc., Excelsior Radio Networks, Inc., Visual Products Corporation, Prince Sports Group, Inc., Riddell Sports Group, Inc. and Lazada Indonesia PT.
Mr. Poussaint earned his A.B. in Political Science from Princeton University with certificates of proficiency in Finance and Political Economy and his MBA from Columbia Business School.
Group President, NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Poussaint has worked in the private equity and venture capital industry for roughly 15 years, the majority of which was spent at Lincolnshire Management, Inc., a $3.0 billion middle market buyout firm. At Lincolnshire, Mr. Poussaint was involved in deploying over $750 million of private capital, including analyzing, negotiating, conducting the due diligence, and managing the purchase and/or sale of numerous companies. Most notably, Mr. Poussaint worked closely with management on the acquisition, operation and sale of eight companies including Bankruptcy Management Solutions, Inc., the sale of which earned Lincolnshire the Private Equity Deal of the Year award from the Los Angeles Venture Association in 2007. The investments with which Mr. Poussaint directly evaluated, executed and oversaw as portfolio companies at Lincolnshire produced an IRR of 85% and a MOIC of 3.7x.
Subsequent to Lincolnshire, and for the next two years, Mr. Poussaint, helped found and manage two e-commerce companies in Jakarta, Indonesia for the German-based incubator, Rocket Internet GmbH -- Lazada and Zalora Indonesia. Both companies were in their nascent stages when he joined. He played a significant role in the hiring of personnel, development of the companies’ strategies, and entrance into the marketplace for both. He served as the Chief Financial Officer for both companies after the launch of each until returning to the United States. Recent acquisitions of significant stakes in both companies, represent that their combined valuation is more than USD $1 billion. Most recently, Mr. Poussaint has served as the President and Chief Financial Officer for Dalbo Holdings, Inc., a portfolio company of Lincolnshire; operating in the oil and gas industry. Alongside the Chief Executive Officer of Dalbo, Mr. Poussaint helped return the company to profitability in a historically challenging market environment.
Mr. Poussaint has served as an Officer on the Board of Directors of eight companies -- Bankruptcy Management Solutions, Inc., Computer Technology Solutions Corp., Dalbo Holdings, Inc., Excelsior Radio Networks, Inc., Visual Products Corporation, Prince Sports Group, Inc., Riddell Sports Group, Inc. and Lazada Indonesia PT.
Mr. Poussaint earned his A.B. in Political Science from Princeton University with certificates of proficiency in Finance and Political Economy and his MBA from Columbia Business School.
MARK A. LOPEZ
Co-Group President, Compass Park Consulting Partners
Head of Corporate & Investment Strategies
Mr. Lopez is an accomplished corporate and investment advisor with over 25 years of experience acting in CEO, President and Vice President capacities. Before joining CSC Capital, Mr. Lopez ran Unico, Inc. a public investment and mining company from start-up through all development stages and was Vice President of Investments for Ashton Capital Management where he was a licensed securities broker dealer.
An expert in business analysis modeling he has also worked most recently for a large consultancy specializing in improving business operations and operations, developing tax strategies and asset and estate protection plans. His experiences also include business re-engineering, and equity fund raising.
Mr. Lopez attended California State University, Fullerton from 1982-1987 majoring in Business Administration with emphasis in finance and marketing. He has been licensed as a Registered Investment Advisor and has a Series 7, 24, 63 brokerage and 65 financial advisor designations (NASD/FINRA). He has also been licensed with the CA Department of Insurance as a Life, Disability and Long Term Care Agent.
On a personal level, Mr. Lopez is an avid sports fan and supporter. He is a member of the CSUF Alumni Association and as was a participant for the Men’s NCAA Division I Soccer program for 4 years. He has also coached and conducted soccer clinics at the youth and high school level. Mr. Lopez also coached hockey at the state and national level for high school and AAA club level for more than 10 years, gaining 3 CIF Southern Section titles, 10 consecutive trips to the playoffs, and a runner-up at the NARCH finals. He also has been named Coach of the Year at the high school level and has coached senior and nation all-star teams.
As a Co-Group President he is both responsible for co-managing Compass Park and contributing to overall client satisfaction when working with the firm’s other Financial Advisory Groups.
Co-Group President, Compass Park Consulting Partners
Head of Corporate & Investment Strategies
Mr. Lopez is an accomplished corporate and investment advisor with over 25 years of experience acting in CEO, President and Vice President capacities. Before joining CSC Capital, Mr. Lopez ran Unico, Inc. a public investment and mining company from start-up through all development stages and was Vice President of Investments for Ashton Capital Management where he was a licensed securities broker dealer.
An expert in business analysis modeling he has also worked most recently for a large consultancy specializing in improving business operations and operations, developing tax strategies and asset and estate protection plans. His experiences also include business re-engineering, and equity fund raising.
Mr. Lopez attended California State University, Fullerton from 1982-1987 majoring in Business Administration with emphasis in finance and marketing. He has been licensed as a Registered Investment Advisor and has a Series 7, 24, 63 brokerage and 65 financial advisor designations (NASD/FINRA). He has also been licensed with the CA Department of Insurance as a Life, Disability and Long Term Care Agent.
On a personal level, Mr. Lopez is an avid sports fan and supporter. He is a member of the CSUF Alumni Association and as was a participant for the Men’s NCAA Division I Soccer program for 4 years. He has also coached and conducted soccer clinics at the youth and high school level. Mr. Lopez also coached hockey at the state and national level for high school and AAA club level for more than 10 years, gaining 3 CIF Southern Section titles, 10 consecutive trips to the playoffs, and a runner-up at the NARCH finals. He also has been named Coach of the Year at the high school level and has coached senior and nation all-star teams.
As a Co-Group President he is both responsible for co-managing Compass Park and contributing to overall client satisfaction when working with the firm’s other Financial Advisory Groups.
LARRY KING
Co-Group President, Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
Head of Hospitality Management
Mr. King brings to CSC Capital over twenty-five years’ experience in hospitality and gaming industries holding leadership roles in large scale property openings, closures, and out-of-bankruptcy turnarounds. Besides his prior functional management positions and consulting activities, his background also includes M&A advisory and investor relations on several large hospitality deals.
Mr. King’s career positions include that of Chief Financial Officer for Gold Resort and Casino, Treasurer and CFO for Riviera Holdings Corporation, Vice President, Finance for Sahara Hotel & Casino, Corporate Vice President for Tropicana Entertainment, a Senior Finance Director for the Isle of Capri and as Controller he opened Las Vegas' Mandalay Bay. Prior to this he also worked as the Controller for the MGM Grand.
In these former positions he had many years of SEC and financial reporting experience and has implemented a Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program on over a dozen occasions. Prior to his years in hospitality management he was a Audit Senior for Coopers & Lybrand, now PWC and did project consulting work for CMS Group.
He has an overall finance and operations background with the ability to work in all operating departments; developing tools to access and monitor efficiencies and improve margins, including the implementation of cost savings programs resulting in profit and cash flow improvements. His human resources experiences include negotiating union contracts, and developing employee benefit and incentive plans.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in Accounting from San Jose State University and has an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and once taught as an Adjunct Instructor at the Community College of Southern Nevada.
Co-Group President, Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
Head of Hospitality Management
Mr. King brings to CSC Capital over twenty-five years’ experience in hospitality and gaming industries holding leadership roles in large scale property openings, closures, and out-of-bankruptcy turnarounds. Besides his prior functional management positions and consulting activities, his background also includes M&A advisory and investor relations on several large hospitality deals.
Mr. King’s career positions include that of Chief Financial Officer for Gold Resort and Casino, Treasurer and CFO for Riviera Holdings Corporation, Vice President, Finance for Sahara Hotel & Casino, Corporate Vice President for Tropicana Entertainment, a Senior Finance Director for the Isle of Capri and as Controller he opened Las Vegas' Mandalay Bay. Prior to this he also worked as the Controller for the MGM Grand.
In these former positions he had many years of SEC and financial reporting experience and has implemented a Sarbanes-Oxley compliance program on over a dozen occasions. Prior to his years in hospitality management he was a Audit Senior for Coopers & Lybrand, now PWC and did project consulting work for CMS Group.
He has an overall finance and operations background with the ability to work in all operating departments; developing tools to access and monitor efficiencies and improve margins, including the implementation of cost savings programs resulting in profit and cash flow improvements. His human resources experiences include negotiating union contracts, and developing employee benefit and incentive plans.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in Accounting from San Jose State University and has an active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and once taught as an Adjunct Instructor at the Community College of Southern Nevada.
LINDA ZENGEN
Group President, Clearwater Advisors
Head of Sustainability Solutions
Managing Director
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Artistea Sustainability and Waste Management Solutions, 2012
CEO
· Spearhead full-scope business operations inclusive of marketing, sales, financial/budget administration, outreach, event coordination, and client service delivery.
· Proactively steer LEED program operations during construction of new local church.
· Audit and create policies and procedures for companies that ship recycled material within and outside United States.
· Created recycling programs for Arch Diocese of Pennsylvania to save school money and boost revenues.
Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA, 2008 to 2012
Network Sustainability Manager, Waste Management /Environmental Health and Safety
· Directed all aspects of sustainability across three health networks, 115 physicians group practices, nine ambulatory locations, and facilities in construction.
· Formulated and managed sustainable practices within network including new construction for LEED and LEED Silver certified buildings.
· Introduced program to recycle plastics and residual items into energy, decreasing municipal waste stream by 20% and saving hospital over $50K annually.
· Applied dynamic leadership talents toward controlling $1M budget, directing department operations and staff, administering hazardous and infectious waste programs, and enforcing compliance with PADEP, EPA, DOT, OSHA, DOH and Joint Commission.
· Proactively established and managed pharmaceutical waste program, and teamed with EPA to devise associated best management practices for hospitals state-wide.
· Trained, educated and engaged employees in all areas of compliance and proper waste segregation, and coordinated waste audits throughout network.
· Adeptly oversaw all contract negotiations regarding sustainable programs (recycling, municipal, infectious and hazardous waste) for 10 healthcare organizations.
· Championed efforts for Operating Rooms to recycle 85% of waste generated and supervised daily program operations.
Elmhurst Hospital Center, Elmhurst, NY, 2001 to 2008
Issues Manager, Support Services Administration (2007 to 2008)
· Expertly administered Philips Med Care system and generated reports for 10 departments within 513-bed Level I Trauma Center.
· Maintained up-to-date records and statistical data, and conducted JCAHO rounds to ensure issues were promptly and effectively addressed.
· Provided staff training, instruction and guidance in proper handling of regulated waste and in operation of Philips StarTC program.
Health Care Program Plan Analyst, Environmental Services Department (2004 to 2007)
· Led department re-modernization initiative including establishing paperless environment.
· Resourcefully created useful tools in Access, Excel and Visual Basic to streamline services dispatch and invoice tracking functions.
· Leveraged strong organizational skills to manage bed tracking system, regulated and non-regulated waste program, administrative functions, Sharp safety program, and sustainability program.
· Compiled critical data for presentation to Environment of Care and Infection Control Committees.
· Devised new training programs to instruct employees in HAZMAT, chemical waste, and radioactive waste.
Health Care Program Plan Analyst, Safety Management (2001 to 2004)
· Extensively supported Regional Safety Director of Queens Health Network comprised of Elmhurst Hospital Center, Queens Hospital Center and multiple off-site clinics.
· Efficiently created and coordinated all training programs for Safety Management, Fire/Life Safety and Human Resources departments.
· Concurrently served as Fire Safety Director and Site Manager/Systems Analyst for Philips Med software.
· Handpicked to serve as Acting Director for five months and extensively contributed to JCAHO preparations as well as accident investigation and prevention.
EDUCATION:
· NYU studied, science and environmental health and safety
· Queensboro Community college studied science A.A.S
· Certifications: R2,CSMP, HAZCOM, RCRA & DOT, OSHA,
Group President, Clearwater Advisors
Head of Sustainability Solutions
Managing Director
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Artistea Sustainability and Waste Management Solutions, 2012
CEO
· Spearhead full-scope business operations inclusive of marketing, sales, financial/budget administration, outreach, event coordination, and client service delivery.
· Proactively steer LEED program operations during construction of new local church.
· Audit and create policies and procedures for companies that ship recycled material within and outside United States.
· Created recycling programs for Arch Diocese of Pennsylvania to save school money and boost revenues.
Lehigh Valley Health Network, Allentown, PA, 2008 to 2012
Network Sustainability Manager, Waste Management /Environmental Health and Safety
· Directed all aspects of sustainability across three health networks, 115 physicians group practices, nine ambulatory locations, and facilities in construction.
· Formulated and managed sustainable practices within network including new construction for LEED and LEED Silver certified buildings.
· Introduced program to recycle plastics and residual items into energy, decreasing municipal waste stream by 20% and saving hospital over $50K annually.
· Applied dynamic leadership talents toward controlling $1M budget, directing department operations and staff, administering hazardous and infectious waste programs, and enforcing compliance with PADEP, EPA, DOT, OSHA, DOH and Joint Commission.
· Proactively established and managed pharmaceutical waste program, and teamed with EPA to devise associated best management practices for hospitals state-wide.
· Trained, educated and engaged employees in all areas of compliance and proper waste segregation, and coordinated waste audits throughout network.
· Adeptly oversaw all contract negotiations regarding sustainable programs (recycling, municipal, infectious and hazardous waste) for 10 healthcare organizations.
· Championed efforts for Operating Rooms to recycle 85% of waste generated and supervised daily program operations.
Elmhurst Hospital Center, Elmhurst, NY, 2001 to 2008
Issues Manager, Support Services Administration (2007 to 2008)
· Expertly administered Philips Med Care system and generated reports for 10 departments within 513-bed Level I Trauma Center.
· Maintained up-to-date records and statistical data, and conducted JCAHO rounds to ensure issues were promptly and effectively addressed.
· Provided staff training, instruction and guidance in proper handling of regulated waste and in operation of Philips StarTC program.
Health Care Program Plan Analyst, Environmental Services Department (2004 to 2007)
· Led department re-modernization initiative including establishing paperless environment.
· Resourcefully created useful tools in Access, Excel and Visual Basic to streamline services dispatch and invoice tracking functions.
· Leveraged strong organizational skills to manage bed tracking system, regulated and non-regulated waste program, administrative functions, Sharp safety program, and sustainability program.
· Compiled critical data for presentation to Environment of Care and Infection Control Committees.
· Devised new training programs to instruct employees in HAZMAT, chemical waste, and radioactive waste.
Health Care Program Plan Analyst, Safety Management (2001 to 2004)
· Extensively supported Regional Safety Director of Queens Health Network comprised of Elmhurst Hospital Center, Queens Hospital Center and multiple off-site clinics.
· Efficiently created and coordinated all training programs for Safety Management, Fire/Life Safety and Human Resources departments.
· Concurrently served as Fire Safety Director and Site Manager/Systems Analyst for Philips Med software.
· Handpicked to serve as Acting Director for five months and extensively contributed to JCAHO preparations as well as accident investigation and prevention.
EDUCATION:
· NYU studied, science and environmental health and safety
· Queensboro Community college studied science A.A.S
· Certifications: R2,CSMP, HAZCOM, RCRA & DOT, OSHA,
DAVID B. CONNELLY
Head of Turnaround Services, CSC Capital Corporate Restructuring
Managing Director
Mr. Connelly joined CSC Capital working as the head of the firm’s Turnaround Management Services. He has been involved in turnaround consulting and general business and financial consulting for over 25 years. In addition he has held positions as CEO, COO, CFO, and Group VP of Finance of companies ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 firms. Mr. Connelly has started several enterprises from scratch, raising money both through, commercial lending, private equity and government funding. He has a broad array of industry experience including entertainment (music, concerts, TV, film, licensing), social media, web-based businesses, professional services, defense contracting, manufacturing, wholesale, retail, telecommunications, engineering consulting, and software development.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
2012 – present, Managing Director & Head of Turnaround Services, CSC Capital
2007-2013, Founder, CEO, Modern Business Solutions, El Segundo, CA
2004-2007, Founder, CEO, Gavea International, Santa Monica, CA and Brazil
1998-2007, Founder, CEO, Corvista Business Development, Santa Monica, CA
1995-1998, CFO/COO, PandaAmerica, Torrance, CA
1995-1996, President, Jobete Music Publishing Co. (owner of Motown Records Music Library), Hollywood, CA
1989-1995, Group Level CFO, VP of Finance, and Director of Financial Planning and Development, Universal
1985-1987, Director of Finance and Administration, Controller, Engineering, Planning and Management, Boston, MA
EDUCATION:
1981, Bachelor of Arts, Accounting, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
1989, Masters of Business Administration, Harvard Business School, Cambridge, MA
Head of Turnaround Services, CSC Capital Corporate Restructuring
Managing Director
Mr. Connelly joined CSC Capital working as the head of the firm’s Turnaround Management Services. He has been involved in turnaround consulting and general business and financial consulting for over 25 years. In addition he has held positions as CEO, COO, CFO, and Group VP of Finance of companies ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 firms. Mr. Connelly has started several enterprises from scratch, raising money both through, commercial lending, private equity and government funding. He has a broad array of industry experience including entertainment (music, concerts, TV, film, licensing), social media, web-based businesses, professional services, defense contracting, manufacturing, wholesale, retail, telecommunications, engineering consulting, and software development.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
2012 – present, Managing Director & Head of Turnaround Services, CSC Capital
2007-2013, Founder, CEO, Modern Business Solutions, El Segundo, CA
2004-2007, Founder, CEO, Gavea International, Santa Monica, CA and Brazil
1998-2007, Founder, CEO, Corvista Business Development, Santa Monica, CA
1995-1998, CFO/COO, PandaAmerica, Torrance, CA
1995-1996, President, Jobete Music Publishing Co. (owner of Motown Records Music Library), Hollywood, CA
1989-1995, Group Level CFO, VP of Finance, and Director of Financial Planning and Development, Universal
1985-1987, Director of Finance and Administration, Controller, Engineering, Planning and Management, Boston, MA
EDUCATION:
1981, Bachelor of Arts, Accounting, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
1989, Masters of Business Administration, Harvard Business School, Cambridge, MA
ALPHA PRISO
Head of Post-Restructure Financing
CSC Capital Corporate Restructuring
Managing Director
Mr. Priso began his professional career as a management consultant with Accenture working out of the firm's Paris, France office. There he assisted clients in the banking, telecom and the media and retail industries during financial modeling, restructuring and performance improvement assignments. After Accenture he worked for Amadeus IT Holding and Sun Life Financial also as a management consultant in the travel and financial services industries conducting revenue and profit improvement programs where he led the restructuring teams.
Leaving the management consulting industry Mr. Priso joined AFS & Partners as a Managing Partner where he conducted due diligence and restructuring services for complex M&A cross-border transactions in the energy and oil and gas industries. Prior to joining CSC Capital he worked as President & CFO for Miracle Brand Company, a Toronto, ON based luxury consumer goods firm. There he financially planned and executed growth investment relationships and strategic alliances with private equity and consulting firms through his restructuring acumen.
Mr. Priso completed his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and his Master of Electrical Engineering at Ecole superievre d' ingenieurs en genle electrique, Graduate School of Engineering (ESIGELEC), Rouen, France. He is currently an Executive MBA candidate at New York University's Stern School of Business.
Head of Post-Restructure Financing
CSC Capital Corporate Restructuring
Managing Director
Mr. Priso began his professional career as a management consultant with Accenture working out of the firm's Paris, France office. There he assisted clients in the banking, telecom and the media and retail industries during financial modeling, restructuring and performance improvement assignments. After Accenture he worked for Amadeus IT Holding and Sun Life Financial also as a management consultant in the travel and financial services industries conducting revenue and profit improvement programs where he led the restructuring teams.
Leaving the management consulting industry Mr. Priso joined AFS & Partners as a Managing Partner where he conducted due diligence and restructuring services for complex M&A cross-border transactions in the energy and oil and gas industries. Prior to joining CSC Capital he worked as President & CFO for Miracle Brand Company, a Toronto, ON based luxury consumer goods firm. There he financially planned and executed growth investment relationships and strategic alliances with private equity and consulting firms through his restructuring acumen.
Mr. Priso completed his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and his Master of Electrical Engineering at Ecole superievre d' ingenieurs en genle electrique, Graduate School of Engineering (ESIGELEC), Rouen, France. He is currently an Executive MBA candidate at New York University's Stern School of Business.
LUIS MARIN
Head of Cross-Boarder Corporate Restructuring, Latin America
Managing Director
PROFESSONAL EXPERIENCE:
Vice President of Operations Bluegate Management, Co August, 2013 - 2014
Director of Operations Assets Recovery Companies, LLC May, 2008 — July, 2013 (5 years 2 months)
Portfolio Manager LG Capital Partners, LLC May, 2007 — May, 2008 (1 year)
Structured Finance Associate Bayview Financial, L.P December, 2004 — May, 2007 (2 years 5 months)
Risk Management Senior Analyst Risk Management/Structured Finance Department March, 2002 — December, 2004 (2 years 9 months)
Operations Analyst Interest Risk Management Department January, 2001 — March, 2002 (1 year 2 months)
Transaction Coordinator Mortgage Investment Division February, 2000 — January, 2001 (11 months)
EDUCATION:
St. Buenaventura University.Business AdministrationJanuary, 1994 — January, 1999
Business Administration 1994 - 1999 St. Buenaventura University. Cali, Colombia Business Model Design (self) Business Process Modeling & Notation (self) Project Management (self)
Head of Cross-Boarder Corporate Restructuring, Latin America
Managing Director
PROFESSONAL EXPERIENCE:
Vice President of Operations Bluegate Management, Co August, 2013 - 2014
- Bluegate Management, Co Vice President of Operations - Aug 2013 to 2014
- Develop foundation of business plan in conjunction with owners, including a five year plan for financial requirements
- Secure first round of financing
- Spearhead leadership initiatives for business development, marketing, organizational and financial projects
- Ensure the organization had a long-range strategy, clear plans and execution protocols to achieve its objectives
- Oversee analysis of potential investment opportunities; including the management of the full acquisition process
- Manage the Buy/sell sides of residential single family properties
- Manage contract negotiations and outside counsel
- Train outsourced taskforce for business sourcing and development as well as administrative support (remote training)
Director of Operations Assets Recovery Companies, LLC May, 2008 — July, 2013 (5 years 2 months)
- Assets Recovery Companies, LLC Director of Operations - May 2008 to July 2013
- Restructured company balance sheet to convert from Hedge Fund facility to conventional bank financing of assets
- Formed the basis for two financing facilities over $45 million borrowing base
- Spearhead leadership initiatives for business development, marketing, organizational and financial departments
- Managed a team of 8 executives who directed the work of our 35 employees in our servicing operation in Panama
- Ensured the organization had a long-range strategy, clear plans and execution protocols to achieve its objectives
- Oversaw analysis of potential investment opportunities and managed the full acquisition process
- Manage the Buy/sell sides of residential whole loan portfolios (both performing and non-performing)
- Designed and executed workable exit strategies for portfolios including debt repayment to optimize company cash flow
- Built hundreds of models and scenarios for asset valuation in excel with excellent, if conservative, predictive outcomes
- Kept company compliant with all financing facilities covenant reporting
Portfolio Manager LG Capital Partners, LLC May, 2007 — May, 2008 (1 year)
- LG Capital Partners, LLC Portfolio Manager - May 2007 to May 2008
- Portfolio management for commercial real estate development mortgages
- Deal compliance review against loan agreement terms on an ongoing basis
- Quarterly review of borrower financial statements to spot issues with deal's performance or default triggers
- Develop new execution plans for new opportunities and optimal profitability
- Underwrote all new deals to identify fit with the company's overall investment strategy and credit line approval
Structured Finance Associate Bayview Financial, L.P December, 2004 — May, 2007 (2 years 5 months)
- Bayview Financial, L.P. Structured Finance Structured Finance Associate - Dec 2004 to May 2007
- Performed wide range of duties in conjunction with the firm's residential and commercial securitization programs
- Coordinated the flow of deal related information between rating agencies, investment banking underwriters, auditors, legal counsel, investors, derivative counterparties and internal personnel
- Performed stress tests and scenarios to determine optimal deal structures given rating agencies' credit levels and securitization execution goals
- Developed prepayment and credit loss models for determining securitization residual valuation
- Structured and priced cap/floor derivative trades for mortgage backed deals credit enhancement
Risk Management Senior Analyst Risk Management/Structured Finance Department March, 2002 — December, 2004 (2 years 9 months)
- Risk Management/Structured Finance Department Risk Management Senior Analyst - Mar 2002 to Dec 2004
- Developed and managed new and existing investment bank relations, expanding swap line inventory from 13 trades to over 100 active swap trades
- Managed company's margin account and satisfied or demanded cash from counterparties daily (margin calls)
- Monitored weekly valuations of portfolio holdings and firm's overall counterparty exposure
- Spearheaded yearly audits and compliance efforts under FASB standards (FAS 133) validating tax P&L on all derivative positions
- Light swap trading when senior traded was not present during volatile shifts in interest rates
Operations Analyst Interest Risk Management Department January, 2001 — March, 2002 (1 year 2 months)
- Operations Analyst - Jan 2001 to Mar 2002
- Ensured delivery of high-quality responses for internal and external needs of firm's Interest Risk Management Department
- Performed daily mark-to-markets on active derivative contracts
- Calculated and handled all settlements and distribution orders to Master and Indenture trustees
- Resolved any settlement inconsistencies for all of Bayview's ABS deals
- Handled closings of all derivative transactions for company's ABS offerings
Transaction Coordinator Mortgage Investment Division February, 2000 — January, 2001 (11 months)
- Mortgage Investment Division Transaction Coordinator - Feb 2000 to Jan 2001
- Analyzed, validated and standardized sellers' data tapes for structured finance pricing runs on loan pools
- Ran credit checks on borrowers, ordered BPO's on properties and integrated underwriting results for pricing model
- Reduced pre due diligence effort time by 65% by developing a proprietary application to manage the process, expediting acquisitions by lowering processing time and simplifying reporting
- Developed and implemented new credit report acquisitions logistics for large volume pools
EDUCATION:
St. Buenaventura University.Business AdministrationJanuary, 1994 — January, 1999
Business Administration 1994 - 1999 St. Buenaventura University. Cali, Colombia Business Model Design (self) Business Process Modeling & Notation (self) Project Management (self)
FRANK WANG
Head of Asian Restructuring
CSC Capital Corporate Restructuring
Managing Director
Mr. Wang has over 20 years of international business experiences with several Fortune 500 corporations and leading global industrial manufacturers. From engineer to executive positions, his diverse operations career has spanned from product development, strategic planning to upper level general management. His career focus has been on internal profit growing initiatives and providing sizable returns on stock holders investments.
Prior to Mr. Wang joining CSC Capital as Head of Asian Restructuring he spent many years in general management and restructuring positions with Asymteck focusing on their greater China operations. His was directly responsibility for Asymtech achieving number one in global market share. His extensive relationships groomed over these years provides the firm with an enormous source of investment banking, financing and M&A contacts throughout the Far East.
Prior to working with Asymteck, Mr. Wang was the chief operations manager with Global I&W, and an industrial sales manager with Siemens. He began his career as an engineer with Modicon. Besides English he is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.
Mr. Wang studied at the China University of Mining and Technology (CUMT) earning a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and at the American InterContinential University (AIU) in Atlanta GA earning an MBA. He enjoys international travel and working with multi cultural clients and teams.
Head of Asian Restructuring
CSC Capital Corporate Restructuring
Managing Director
Mr. Wang has over 20 years of international business experiences with several Fortune 500 corporations and leading global industrial manufacturers. From engineer to executive positions, his diverse operations career has spanned from product development, strategic planning to upper level general management. His career focus has been on internal profit growing initiatives and providing sizable returns on stock holders investments.
Prior to Mr. Wang joining CSC Capital as Head of Asian Restructuring he spent many years in general management and restructuring positions with Asymteck focusing on their greater China operations. His was directly responsibility for Asymtech achieving number one in global market share. His extensive relationships groomed over these years provides the firm with an enormous source of investment banking, financing and M&A contacts throughout the Far East.
Prior to working with Asymteck, Mr. Wang was the chief operations manager with Global I&W, and an industrial sales manager with Siemens. He began his career as an engineer with Modicon. Besides English he is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.
Mr. Wang studied at the China University of Mining and Technology (CUMT) earning a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and at the American InterContinential University (AIU) in Atlanta GA earning an MBA. He enjoys international travel and working with multi cultural clients and teams.
SANTANU ROYMOULIK
Head of Cross-Border Mergers & Acquisitions, Canada and India
Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Roymoulik joined the firm as Head of Cross-Border Mergers & Acquisitions, Canada and India after over 20 years in mergers and acquisitions, strategic planning, and management consulting, in particular business process improvement. His mergers and acquisition advisory background also includes post merger integration and restructuring services to help streamline acquired businesses.
Holding several senior level positions, his operations experiences has spanned several industries including high tech, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, medical devices, automotive, industrial equipment, financial services, oil and gas, and aerospace and defense.
Prior to joining CSC Capital he was a Managing Director of SVIS, LLC a mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, a Director with PTC where he identified target companies for acquisitions and conducted business valuations, a Senior Manager with Kalypso Partners where he conducted product development for a medical device company, and with PwC as a management consultant.
He holds an MBA from the University of Michigan, Stephen M. Ross School of Business, M.Eng. in Electrical Engineering from McGill University, Montreal, QC, and a B Eng. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Indore, India.
In his spare time Mr. Roymoulik is the co-founder of a Boston based internet real estate start-up, Pingcel. A new and innovative web concept Pingcel is a no hassle approach that connects home buyers to their dream home. An avid golfer and squash player he is fluent in Hindi and Bengali.
Head of Cross-Border Mergers & Acquisitions, Canada and India
Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Roymoulik joined the firm as Head of Cross-Border Mergers & Acquisitions, Canada and India after over 20 years in mergers and acquisitions, strategic planning, and management consulting, in particular business process improvement. His mergers and acquisition advisory background also includes post merger integration and restructuring services to help streamline acquired businesses.
Holding several senior level positions, his operations experiences has spanned several industries including high tech, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, medical devices, automotive, industrial equipment, financial services, oil and gas, and aerospace and defense.
Prior to joining CSC Capital he was a Managing Director of SVIS, LLC a mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, a Director with PTC where he identified target companies for acquisitions and conducted business valuations, a Senior Manager with Kalypso Partners where he conducted product development for a medical device company, and with PwC as a management consultant.
He holds an MBA from the University of Michigan, Stephen M. Ross School of Business, M.Eng. in Electrical Engineering from McGill University, Montreal, QC, and a B Eng. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Indore, India.
In his spare time Mr. Roymoulik is the co-founder of a Boston based internet real estate start-up, Pingcel. A new and innovative web concept Pingcel is a no hassle approach that connects home buyers to their dream home. An avid golfer and squash player he is fluent in Hindi and Bengali.
EMMANUEL S. GRACIA
Head of Latin America Mergers & Acquisitions
Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Gracia joined CSC Capital as the firm’s head of advising in mergers & acquisitions (M&A), with a focus on Latin American opportunities. He has lived and worked in Europe, Mexico, and Central and South America, with over 20 years in various corporate finance positions from analyst to manager to director. He expertise lies in valuations, funding strategies, post-merger integrations and M&A international business development.
Prior to joining CSC Capital he was a financial consultant and senior manager for AMResorts working in hospitality M&A business development. Involved in the full spectrum of M&A projects, he viewed opportunities from analysis through the due-diligence phase until integration with other corporate holdings.
Before AMResorts he was Director of Alles Group in their investment properties division, and during the beginning of his career he worked with CEMEX (Cementos Mexicanos) in their M&A division and with Accenture as a consulting manager.
Born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico he graduated from Winona State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and from EGADE Business School with an MBA in International Finance. He has attended executive programs from Wharton, Kellogg and the University of Texas.
Head of Latin America Mergers & Acquisitions
Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Gracia joined CSC Capital as the firm’s head of advising in mergers & acquisitions (M&A), with a focus on Latin American opportunities. He has lived and worked in Europe, Mexico, and Central and South America, with over 20 years in various corporate finance positions from analyst to manager to director. He expertise lies in valuations, funding strategies, post-merger integrations and M&A international business development.
Prior to joining CSC Capital he was a financial consultant and senior manager for AMResorts working in hospitality M&A business development. Involved in the full spectrum of M&A projects, he viewed opportunities from analysis through the due-diligence phase until integration with other corporate holdings.
Before AMResorts he was Director of Alles Group in their investment properties division, and during the beginning of his career he worked with CEMEX (Cementos Mexicanos) in their M&A division and with Accenture as a consulting manager.
Born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico he graduated from Winona State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and from EGADE Business School with an MBA in International Finance. He has attended executive programs from Wharton, Kellogg and the University of Texas.
L. JOSHUA EIKOV
(In Memoriam)
Head of Strategy & Global ICT
Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Eikov joined the firm as Summit's Head of Strategy & Global Infirmation & Communications Technology (ICT) after over 20 years in merchant banking, mergers and acquisitions and corporate consulting, specifically in information technology and financial information systems. His global business experiences includes client engagements throughout Asia, Europe, the Caribbean and North and Central America.
Prior to joining CSC Capital he held several senior management positions including President & CEO of DigiCon Technologies, which he sold to a publicly traded company, Chief Strategy Officer of Intelligent Living, a technology based health care company, Managing Director of Baron General Capital a strategic M&A firm, and consulting CEO to Virtual Technocrats, an entertainment firm which he was responsible for reorganizing and obtaining financing.
Mr. Eikov is also an accomplished technology entrepreneur founding iTitan Communication Networks a global wireless and device firm, and Faceted Information Systems which provided LAN/WAN systems to Wall Street and institutional clients, which he sold in 1995. Most recently he founded Eikov Strategic Partners a strategy consultancy. Current clients include invisu.me a Silicon Valley SaaS provider, IVDC an in vitro fertilization biotec in Philadelphia and several public entities that are supported in management, compliance and advisory activities.
He graduated from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania and is a graduate of Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Program. He holds a certificate in executive compliance from Tulane Law School and a certificate in negotiations from the University of Windsor Law School.
In his spare time, Mr. Eikov serves as a Board member of the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association and is a member of several electrical engineering and telecommunication societies.
(In Memoriam)
Head of Strategy & Global ICT
Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Eikov joined the firm as Summit's Head of Strategy & Global Infirmation & Communications Technology (ICT) after over 20 years in merchant banking, mergers and acquisitions and corporate consulting, specifically in information technology and financial information systems. His global business experiences includes client engagements throughout Asia, Europe, the Caribbean and North and Central America.
Prior to joining CSC Capital he held several senior management positions including President & CEO of DigiCon Technologies, which he sold to a publicly traded company, Chief Strategy Officer of Intelligent Living, a technology based health care company, Managing Director of Baron General Capital a strategic M&A firm, and consulting CEO to Virtual Technocrats, an entertainment firm which he was responsible for reorganizing and obtaining financing.
Mr. Eikov is also an accomplished technology entrepreneur founding iTitan Communication Networks a global wireless and device firm, and Faceted Information Systems which provided LAN/WAN systems to Wall Street and institutional clients, which he sold in 1995. Most recently he founded Eikov Strategic Partners a strategy consultancy. Current clients include invisu.me a Silicon Valley SaaS provider, IVDC an in vitro fertilization biotec in Philadelphia and several public entities that are supported in management, compliance and advisory activities.
He graduated from East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania and is a graduate of Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Program. He holds a certificate in executive compliance from Tulane Law School and a certificate in negotiations from the University of Windsor Law School.
In his spare time, Mr. Eikov serves as a Board member of the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association and is a member of several electrical engineering and telecommunication societies.
RYAN JEFFRIES JR.
Global Head of Media & Entertainment
Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Jeffries joined the firm as Head of Media & Entertainment with a strong rolodex of celebrity contacts and over a decade of strategic advisory and mergers and acquisition experience. From business and client development to deal sourcing and high-value client relations, his background includes working on Wall Street with May Davis, with Deutsche Bank in London, and he consulted with Booz-Allen on the Urban Enterprise Initiative.
He is also an accomplished operations executive with the ability to advise in start-ups, growth and mature businesses providing margin improving solutions through streamlining operations, mobilizing top-tier talent and the creation of high performance corporate cultures.
Prior to joining CSC Capital he was a Managing Director, Finance and Operations with Ocean’s Holdings where he specialized in merger and acquisition integrations, budgeting and forecasting, and holding management accountable through strict fiscal accountability corporate structures.
Before becoming a Managing Director with Ocean’s Holdings he the firm’s Director of Strategy and Chief of Staff where his responsibilities included engagement and client management. Before this he was a Vice President with May Davis Global Partners conducting mergers and acquisition advisory and strategic development. Additionally his roles included vertical and horizontal acquisitions into the Asian, European and African markets. Prior to this he worked as an Analyst and Associate with Deutsche Bank, Americas Group.
He holds and MBA in Finance and Strategy (Cum Laude) from Duke University, Fuqua School of Business, and a Masters of Science in International Relations (Magna Cum Laude) from New York University, and a BA in Economics (Cum Laude) from Rutgers University.
After graduation from Rutgers he worked for former President Bill Clinton with his Domestic and Economic Aid initiatives and events consulting with Booz-Allen. He is also the founder of the The Jeffries Foundation a non-profit organization located in Chicago IL.
Global Head of Media & Entertainment
Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Jeffries joined the firm as Head of Media & Entertainment with a strong rolodex of celebrity contacts and over a decade of strategic advisory and mergers and acquisition experience. From business and client development to deal sourcing and high-value client relations, his background includes working on Wall Street with May Davis, with Deutsche Bank in London, and he consulted with Booz-Allen on the Urban Enterprise Initiative.
He is also an accomplished operations executive with the ability to advise in start-ups, growth and mature businesses providing margin improving solutions through streamlining operations, mobilizing top-tier talent and the creation of high performance corporate cultures.
Prior to joining CSC Capital he was a Managing Director, Finance and Operations with Ocean’s Holdings where he specialized in merger and acquisition integrations, budgeting and forecasting, and holding management accountable through strict fiscal accountability corporate structures.
Before becoming a Managing Director with Ocean’s Holdings he the firm’s Director of Strategy and Chief of Staff where his responsibilities included engagement and client management. Before this he was a Vice President with May Davis Global Partners conducting mergers and acquisition advisory and strategic development. Additionally his roles included vertical and horizontal acquisitions into the Asian, European and African markets. Prior to this he worked as an Analyst and Associate with Deutsche Bank, Americas Group.
He holds and MBA in Finance and Strategy (Cum Laude) from Duke University, Fuqua School of Business, and a Masters of Science in International Relations (Magna Cum Laude) from New York University, and a BA in Economics (Cum Laude) from Rutgers University.
After graduation from Rutgers he worked for former President Bill Clinton with his Domestic and Economic Aid initiatives and events consulting with Booz-Allen. He is also the founder of the The Jeffries Foundation a non-profit organization located in Chicago IL.
LARRY "CHIP" KENNEY
Head of Strategic M&A Solutions,
Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Kenney has over twenty-five years of M&A and investor experience specifically as entrepreneur in the specialty chemicals, technology, software and engineering sectors. Joining CSC Capital from Spectrum Technology Partners where he serves as President and CEO, he brings to the firm extensive experience in all M&A phases from target acquisition through financing, hands on due diligence and negotiations in both buy and sell side transactions. Equally important, Mr. Kenney takes pride in leading smooth transitions post closing to insure strategic M&A goals are achieved.
Prior to founding Spectrum Technology Partners he was the CEO and Investor for Synecology Partners, Founder and Chairman for Support Resources Holdings and President and CEO for Prism Support. Each of the above companies Mr. Kenney founded or acquired.
Before his successful run at entrepreneurial ventures he was a World Wide Director and General Manager for Lam Research Corp, a General Manager for Olin Hunt Microelectronics, a Marketing Manager for Spectrum Resist which as founder he signed a joint venture agreement with Laporte Industries, and a Sales Engineer with Hunt Chemical before it was acquired by Olin Corp.
Mr. Kenney earned his MBA from the Leavey School of Business, Santa Clara University specializing in International Finance and his Bachelor of Chemical Engineering at Villanova University. His charitable efforts focus on children via Big Brothers Big Sisters, of MA, John Cronin Jimmy Fund for Dana Farber Cancer Research and 10 years of involvement with the John LeClair Foundation for Vermont Children in Need. Presently Mr. Kenney is helping keep children safe online as CEO at screen retriever a SaaS company addressing the weakest link in Cyber Security, namely, BYOD to work via a parental intelligence platform.
Head of Strategic M&A Solutions,
Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Mr. Kenney has over twenty-five years of M&A and investor experience specifically as entrepreneur in the specialty chemicals, technology, software and engineering sectors. Joining CSC Capital from Spectrum Technology Partners where he serves as President and CEO, he brings to the firm extensive experience in all M&A phases from target acquisition through financing, hands on due diligence and negotiations in both buy and sell side transactions. Equally important, Mr. Kenney takes pride in leading smooth transitions post closing to insure strategic M&A goals are achieved.
Prior to founding Spectrum Technology Partners he was the CEO and Investor for Synecology Partners, Founder and Chairman for Support Resources Holdings and President and CEO for Prism Support. Each of the above companies Mr. Kenney founded or acquired.
Before his successful run at entrepreneurial ventures he was a World Wide Director and General Manager for Lam Research Corp, a General Manager for Olin Hunt Microelectronics, a Marketing Manager for Spectrum Resist which as founder he signed a joint venture agreement with Laporte Industries, and a Sales Engineer with Hunt Chemical before it was acquired by Olin Corp.
Mr. Kenney earned his MBA from the Leavey School of Business, Santa Clara University specializing in International Finance and his Bachelor of Chemical Engineering at Villanova University. His charitable efforts focus on children via Big Brothers Big Sisters, of MA, John Cronin Jimmy Fund for Dana Farber Cancer Research and 10 years of involvement with the John LeClair Foundation for Vermont Children in Need. Presently Mr. Kenney is helping keep children safe online as CEO at screen retriever a SaaS company addressing the weakest link in Cyber Security, namely, BYOD to work via a parental intelligence platform.
CHRISTOPHER CU
Head of Corporate Development (West Coast), Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Christopher Cu joined the firm as the Head of Corporate Development for the west coast. He is dedicated to providing ethical, professional and confidential services to business sellers and buyers. Mr. Cu offers competency that ensures the business sale/purchase transaction is managed and concluded successfully. He accomplished financial and management professional with 34 years of business experience in both corporate and entrepreneurial world, including ownership of businesses, as well as senior management positions (Manager, Financial Controller, VP, President & Director) in a variety of businesses and industries, including: restaurant / fast food, industrial manufacturing, stock brokerage, retail, mining & oil exploration, recreation/entertainment, and wholesale distribution.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Business Broker:
EMK Advisors
2006 - 2014
Main Street Business Brokerage, Business Note Broker and Finance Agent
Senior Business Intermediary:
Gottesman Company of New York
2009 – 2014
Business Owner:
The Dentist’s Choice
January 2003 – Present
EDUCATION:
Ateneo de Manila University
B.S. Management, Business Management
1972 – 1976
Head of Corporate Development (West Coast), Summit Mergers & Acquisitions
Managing Director
Christopher Cu joined the firm as the Head of Corporate Development for the west coast. He is dedicated to providing ethical, professional and confidential services to business sellers and buyers. Mr. Cu offers competency that ensures the business sale/purchase transaction is managed and concluded successfully. He accomplished financial and management professional with 34 years of business experience in both corporate and entrepreneurial world, including ownership of businesses, as well as senior management positions (Manager, Financial Controller, VP, President & Director) in a variety of businesses and industries, including: restaurant / fast food, industrial manufacturing, stock brokerage, retail, mining & oil exploration, recreation/entertainment, and wholesale distribution.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Business Broker:
EMK Advisors
2006 - 2014
Main Street Business Brokerage, Business Note Broker and Finance Agent
Senior Business Intermediary:
Gottesman Company of New York
2009 – 2014
Business Owner:
The Dentist’s Choice
January 2003 – Present
EDUCATION:
Ateneo de Manila University
B.S. Management, Business Management
1972 – 1976
GEORGE C. HILLMAN JR.
Head of Health & Medical Financing
NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Hillman brings over 30 years experience to CSC Capital specifically in the health and medical industry in a wide range of financial and corporate development positions. Importantly, he has co-founded and sold several companies and presently also runs his own debt and equity consulting practice.
Mr. Hillman began his career as a Tax Accountant for Price Waterhouse working in their Boston, MA, and Paris, France offices and then as a Vice President and COO for Boston Bay Capital, an investment banking firm focusing on institutional private placements.
He then turned his attention to founding and establishing companies - Pepin Companies, and Cohesive Technologies which was acquired by Thermo Electron. He was also the initial employee for Paratek Pharmaceuticals, a company founded by Noble Prize recipient- Walter Gilbert PhD and Stuart Levy M.D. currently now with antibiotic candidates in Phase III clinical trials.
Mr. Hillman earned his Bachelor of Art from Gannon University and his MBA in Accounting and Management from Rutgers University. Also a founder in community organizations he established North Andover’s in-town T-Ball program for children ages 5 to 7 and the town’s in-town 5th to 8th grade girls volleyball program.
Head of Health & Medical Financing
NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Hillman brings over 30 years experience to CSC Capital specifically in the health and medical industry in a wide range of financial and corporate development positions. Importantly, he has co-founded and sold several companies and presently also runs his own debt and equity consulting practice.
Mr. Hillman began his career as a Tax Accountant for Price Waterhouse working in their Boston, MA, and Paris, France offices and then as a Vice President and COO for Boston Bay Capital, an investment banking firm focusing on institutional private placements.
He then turned his attention to founding and establishing companies - Pepin Companies, and Cohesive Technologies which was acquired by Thermo Electron. He was also the initial employee for Paratek Pharmaceuticals, a company founded by Noble Prize recipient- Walter Gilbert PhD and Stuart Levy M.D. currently now with antibiotic candidates in Phase III clinical trials.
Mr. Hillman earned his Bachelor of Art from Gannon University and his MBA in Accounting and Management from Rutgers University. Also a founder in community organizations he established North Andover’s in-town T-Ball program for children ages 5 to 7 and the town’s in-town 5th to 8th grade girls volleyball program.
DAVID A. ROTH
Head of Alternative Funding Strategies, NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
David joined CSC Capital in 2001 as the firm's first in-house funding specialist. In anticipation of the 2008 financial and credit crisis triggering the Great Recession David became the firm's Head of Alternative Funding Strategies in 2007. This equipped CSC Capital with more creative financing methods especially for companies in distressed situations.
His experience with debt consolidations and restructuring, start-up venture capital, high risk asset based lending, factoring and the purchasing of notes and contracts spans over two decades.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
2001- present, Funding Specialist, Head of Alternative Funding Strategies and Managing Director, CSC Capital, Bend and Salem Ore.
EDUCATION:
1968, Eastern Washington University, BA
1972, Fuller Theological Seminary, Graduate
MILITARY EXPERIENCE:
U.S. Army, served during the Vietnam War. Honorably Discharged.
PERSONAL:
Roth's ethical approach to financing can be traced to his theological training as a graduate student at Fuller. He is known for his kind honesty though straight forward approach with clients, never over promising or under performing. A family man he devotes all his spare time with his eight member family; wife, children and grandchildren.
Head of Alternative Funding Strategies, NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
David joined CSC Capital in 2001 as the firm's first in-house funding specialist. In anticipation of the 2008 financial and credit crisis triggering the Great Recession David became the firm's Head of Alternative Funding Strategies in 2007. This equipped CSC Capital with more creative financing methods especially for companies in distressed situations.
His experience with debt consolidations and restructuring, start-up venture capital, high risk asset based lending, factoring and the purchasing of notes and contracts spans over two decades.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
2001- present, Funding Specialist, Head of Alternative Funding Strategies and Managing Director, CSC Capital, Bend and Salem Ore.
EDUCATION:
1968, Eastern Washington University, BA
1972, Fuller Theological Seminary, Graduate
MILITARY EXPERIENCE:
U.S. Army, served during the Vietnam War. Honorably Discharged.
PERSONAL:
Roth's ethical approach to financing can be traced to his theological training as a graduate student at Fuller. He is known for his kind honesty though straight forward approach with clients, never over promising or under performing. A family man he devotes all his spare time with his eight member family; wife, children and grandchildren.
STEPHEN BRAVERMAN
Head of Institutional Financing, NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
B3Square1 President/Founder Merrick September, 2009 — 2014
B3Square1 President/Founder Merrick, New York Sept 2009 - 2014. Raised $250,000 to develop and create two Online Gaming websites Play31.net and PlayGin.net. Play31.net currently has over 300 registered players. Developed ongoing relationships with WSOP Champion Chris Moneymaker, Poker Pros; Dan Harkenrider, Anna Khait, Brad Booth, Bob Lauria, Lori Davenport and more. Developed and maintain an ongoing relationship with Autism Speaks Charity to hold monthly events on Play31.net. Clearview Trading Portfolio Manager New York, New York
Institutional Sales Long Island Up September, 2008 — August, 2009 (11 months)
September 2008 - August 2009 Institutional Sales/Trading Managed $2.5 million dollars (levered 4-1 to 10mil) for small hedge fund on Long Island Up over 100% in 2008
Founder BitchNewYork.com Co December, 2006 — December, 2014 (8 years)
BitchNewYork.com Co-Founder Merrick, New York December 2006 - December 2014 Assisted in the Development of BNY Dogs, The Worlds Largest Online Luxury Pet Product Retailer
President/FounderLiquid Holdings March, 2003 — December, 2006 (3 years 9 months)
Liquid Holdings / Liquidity book President/Founder New York, New York March 2003 - December 2006
Founded an institutional broker /dealer specializing in 3rd market order executionRaised Capital for Start-up June, 1997 — December, 1997 (6 months)
Knight Capital Managing DirectorNovember, 1987 — June, 1997 (9 years 7 months)
EDUCATION:
New York Institute of Technology Liberal ArtsDegree date: 1987
New York Institute of Technology Liberal Arts Greenvale, New York Graduated June 1987
New York Institute of TechnologyJanuary, 1986 — January, 1987
New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, New York 1986-87
Head of Institutional Financing, NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
B3Square1 President/Founder Merrick September, 2009 — 2014
B3Square1 President/Founder Merrick, New York Sept 2009 - 2014. Raised $250,000 to develop and create two Online Gaming websites Play31.net and PlayGin.net. Play31.net currently has over 300 registered players. Developed ongoing relationships with WSOP Champion Chris Moneymaker, Poker Pros; Dan Harkenrider, Anna Khait, Brad Booth, Bob Lauria, Lori Davenport and more. Developed and maintain an ongoing relationship with Autism Speaks Charity to hold monthly events on Play31.net. Clearview Trading Portfolio Manager New York, New York
Institutional Sales Long Island Up September, 2008 — August, 2009 (11 months)
September 2008 - August 2009 Institutional Sales/Trading Managed $2.5 million dollars (levered 4-1 to 10mil) for small hedge fund on Long Island Up over 100% in 2008
Founder BitchNewYork.com Co December, 2006 — December, 2014 (8 years)
BitchNewYork.com Co-Founder Merrick, New York December 2006 - December 2014 Assisted in the Development of BNY Dogs, The Worlds Largest Online Luxury Pet Product Retailer
President/FounderLiquid Holdings March, 2003 — December, 2006 (3 years 9 months)
Liquid Holdings / Liquidity book President/Founder New York, New York March 2003 - December 2006
Founded an institutional broker /dealer specializing in 3rd market order executionRaised Capital for Start-up June, 1997 — December, 1997 (6 months)
- Raised Capital for Start-up:
- Founded an institutional broker /dealer specializing in 3rd market order execution
- Responsible for trading, and supervising staff of 15 employees and consultants
- Grew firm revenues from $0 to $6MM in under three years
- Co-Developer of new trading technology, Liquiditybook
- Participated in all business decisions regarding the firms strategic direction Jay Goldman & Co Trader New York, New York June 1997 - December 1997 Traded Equities, Futures, Options for Hedge Fund
Knight Capital Managing DirectorNovember, 1987 — June, 1997 (9 years 7 months)
- Knight Capital Managing Director White Plains, New York November 1987 - June 1997 Supervised all risk management for listed trading
- Responsible for trading all block orders
- Tripled gross revenue to $90 million in 1995-1996
- Personally generated over $10 million in gross revenue for the firm in 1996
- Hired, trained and monitored trading room personnel
- Created and implemented new training program
- Conducted weekly strategy meetings for senior traders
- Represented firm at STANY meetings
- Participated in ITS subcommittee
EDUCATION:
New York Institute of Technology Liberal ArtsDegree date: 1987
New York Institute of Technology Liberal Arts Greenvale, New York Graduated June 1987
New York Institute of TechnologyJanuary, 1986 — January, 1987
New York Institute of Technology Old Westbury, New York 1986-87
SCOTT E. GALLMEYER
Head of Technology Financing, NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Gallmeyer joined CSC Capital as the Head of Technology Financing and Managing Director for NWX Financial Group. Since 2009 he has also been a Research Scientist and Associate with Cooper Union’s Albert Nerkins School of Engineering special laboratory for Renewable Energy and Innovation in lower Manhattan, New York, NY.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
His background is in product development and research and development (R&D) at the origination stage, capital raises for technology intensive enterprises, including his own companies, from start-ups to mature company financings, and business development and marketing. His business career spans over 25 years and nearly 20 years in technology consulting.
Prior to joining the firm, he held the position of New Product Development and R&D Scientist for a major Thermal Interface Materials manufacturer in California where he pioneered a number of very popular, cutting-edge thermal compounds. He recently invented a naturally-based topical cream for skin and tissue conditions and diseases.
As VP of Business Development and R&D for ESG Associates (ESG) from 1988 through 2007 he was instrumental in both in selling and developing manufacturing technologies as well as arranging financing and credit facilities for clients. A mid-size full-range manufacturing consulting and applications firm, ESG clients were engaged in a number of custom manufacturing technologies from molded plastics technologies and printed circuit boards to additive chemicals and custom automation and equipment manufacturing.
During his career he also worked directly with CSC Capital’s Group President, Summit Mergers and Acquisitions as Business Development Manager with Applied Coatings Group and EMF Corp., both out of New York.
EDUCATION:
Michigan State University where he studied for his BS in Business Administration majoring in marketing and finance.
University of Rochester Institute of Optics where he won a scholarship in the CEIS Program in Lasers and Optoelectronics.
MILITARY EXPERIENCE:
Serving active duty in the US Navy, Squadron Six in the U.S. Atlantic Fleet aboard Nuclear Submarines (SSBNs) he was involved in sonar and Cold War enemy detection operations. He is a graduate from the U.S. Navy’s High Tech Electronics School and the Naval Submarine School. He was honorably discharged in 1988.
PERSONAL:
Mr. Gallmeyer is married and has two grown children. He enjoys golfing, boating and spending time with friends and family. A former volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America and Little League Baseball coach, he is a 3rd Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus of the Roman Catholic Church. Active in his local community he supports local homeless shelter organizations, food banks and mentoring troubled teens with alcohol and chemical dependency issues.
He has that rare gift of being all three; an extroverted entrepreneur, an inventor and technologist in several industry practices and savvy financier.
Head of Technology Financing, NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Gallmeyer joined CSC Capital as the Head of Technology Financing and Managing Director for NWX Financial Group. Since 2009 he has also been a Research Scientist and Associate with Cooper Union’s Albert Nerkins School of Engineering special laboratory for Renewable Energy and Innovation in lower Manhattan, New York, NY.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
His background is in product development and research and development (R&D) at the origination stage, capital raises for technology intensive enterprises, including his own companies, from start-ups to mature company financings, and business development and marketing. His business career spans over 25 years and nearly 20 years in technology consulting.
Prior to joining the firm, he held the position of New Product Development and R&D Scientist for a major Thermal Interface Materials manufacturer in California where he pioneered a number of very popular, cutting-edge thermal compounds. He recently invented a naturally-based topical cream for skin and tissue conditions and diseases.
As VP of Business Development and R&D for ESG Associates (ESG) from 1988 through 2007 he was instrumental in both in selling and developing manufacturing technologies as well as arranging financing and credit facilities for clients. A mid-size full-range manufacturing consulting and applications firm, ESG clients were engaged in a number of custom manufacturing technologies from molded plastics technologies and printed circuit boards to additive chemicals and custom automation and equipment manufacturing.
During his career he also worked directly with CSC Capital’s Group President, Summit Mergers and Acquisitions as Business Development Manager with Applied Coatings Group and EMF Corp., both out of New York.
EDUCATION:
Michigan State University where he studied for his BS in Business Administration majoring in marketing and finance.
University of Rochester Institute of Optics where he won a scholarship in the CEIS Program in Lasers and Optoelectronics.
MILITARY EXPERIENCE:
Serving active duty in the US Navy, Squadron Six in the U.S. Atlantic Fleet aboard Nuclear Submarines (SSBNs) he was involved in sonar and Cold War enemy detection operations. He is a graduate from the U.S. Navy’s High Tech Electronics School and the Naval Submarine School. He was honorably discharged in 1988.
PERSONAL:
Mr. Gallmeyer is married and has two grown children. He enjoys golfing, boating and spending time with friends and family. A former volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America and Little League Baseball coach, he is a 3rd Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus of the Roman Catholic Church. Active in his local community he supports local homeless shelter organizations, food banks and mentoring troubled teens with alcohol and chemical dependency issues.
He has that rare gift of being all three; an extroverted entrepreneur, an inventor and technologist in several industry practices and savvy financier.
JOHN WOODWARD
Head of Angel Financing
NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Woodward joined CSC Capital as Head of Angel Financing with over a 20 year career in Information Technology (IT) sales and services. His fundraising ventures include both the business and political spheres and he is well known throughout the small-cap space as the point man for capital raises for start-ups and early growth companies. He is currently the chief fundraiser for the GOP’s Southeast campaign strategy targeting wealthy independent persons and corporate sponsors.
He started his career in global business development with SSI Ltd, an offshore developer of IT solutions for the financial services and telecommunications industries. During his tenure with SSI his personal sales generated over 25% of total corporate revenues. Upon leaving SSI he spent the next decade operating as Chief Business Development Officer and National Sales Director for several global IT solution providers; including Astrix System Pty. Ltd, Idhasoft, and SAP Services.
In his most recent venture before joining the firm Mr. Woodward designed, developed and launched a personalized mobile app to improve access, increase donations, advance messaging through push notifications, and apprise general membership of major announcements for all dioceses of a large American religious organization.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance from Brigham Young University and his Master of Science from Indiana University. He is actively involved with the Government Information Technology Executive Council (GITEC). Besides IT he enjoys psychology.
Head of Angel Financing
NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Woodward joined CSC Capital as Head of Angel Financing with over a 20 year career in Information Technology (IT) sales and services. His fundraising ventures include both the business and political spheres and he is well known throughout the small-cap space as the point man for capital raises for start-ups and early growth companies. He is currently the chief fundraiser for the GOP’s Southeast campaign strategy targeting wealthy independent persons and corporate sponsors.
He started his career in global business development with SSI Ltd, an offshore developer of IT solutions for the financial services and telecommunications industries. During his tenure with SSI his personal sales generated over 25% of total corporate revenues. Upon leaving SSI he spent the next decade operating as Chief Business Development Officer and National Sales Director for several global IT solution providers; including Astrix System Pty. Ltd, Idhasoft, and SAP Services.
In his most recent venture before joining the firm Mr. Woodward designed, developed and launched a personalized mobile app to improve access, increase donations, advance messaging through push notifications, and apprise general membership of major announcements for all dioceses of a large American religious organization.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance from Brigham Young University and his Master of Science from Indiana University. He is actively involved with the Government Information Technology Executive Council (GITEC). Besides IT he enjoys psychology.
BLAKE GOLDING
Head of Complex Investment Strategies
NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Golding, a pioneer of both large and small Wall Street trading houses joined CSC Capital as Head of Complex Investment Strategies. A combination of technical strategist and investment advisor with business development acumen he brings to the firm over 12 years of asset management experience where he advised high net worth individuals and institutions. Specifically, he has over 11 years of trading equity and index options.
Mr. Golding started his career working for Merrill Lynch & Co. in their New York City office where he managed client account capital allocation, risk hedging and cash management strategies delivering a 8 to 10% return. He next worked for Oppenheimer & Co. as one of its New York office's Associate Vice President of Investments again generating a 9% return for clients, largely dealing with options and derivative securities. He then joined Gilford Securities as Vice President of Investments delivering up to 20% average return to clients.
On this impressive track record and prior to joining CSC Capital he founded Blue Ocean Option a subscription-base investment research firm also located in New York City. With his venture he created a social media reach to over 1500 followers via a weekly financial newsletter and built a dedicate audience of over 400 subscribers.
Mr. Golding was educated at the U.S. Naval Academy and the University of Virginia and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Economics. He also attended Columbia Business School earning an Executive Education Certificate.
Besides his investment advisory career he enjoys music and dramatic arts. For over 10 years he owed and operated a theater and film company, acting as producer, director, actor and playwright. He is married with two children.
Head of Complex Investment Strategies
NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Golding, a pioneer of both large and small Wall Street trading houses joined CSC Capital as Head of Complex Investment Strategies. A combination of technical strategist and investment advisor with business development acumen he brings to the firm over 12 years of asset management experience where he advised high net worth individuals and institutions. Specifically, he has over 11 years of trading equity and index options.
Mr. Golding started his career working for Merrill Lynch & Co. in their New York City office where he managed client account capital allocation, risk hedging and cash management strategies delivering a 8 to 10% return. He next worked for Oppenheimer & Co. as one of its New York office's Associate Vice President of Investments again generating a 9% return for clients, largely dealing with options and derivative securities. He then joined Gilford Securities as Vice President of Investments delivering up to 20% average return to clients.
On this impressive track record and prior to joining CSC Capital he founded Blue Ocean Option a subscription-base investment research firm also located in New York City. With his venture he created a social media reach to over 1500 followers via a weekly financial newsletter and built a dedicate audience of over 400 subscribers.
Mr. Golding was educated at the U.S. Naval Academy and the University of Virginia and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Economics. He also attended Columbia Business School earning an Executive Education Certificate.
Besides his investment advisory career he enjoys music and dramatic arts. For over 10 years he owed and operated a theater and film company, acting as producer, director, actor and playwright. He is married with two children.
JOHN PAUL DUMAS, II
Co-Head of Asian Financing
Managing Director
Mr. John Paul Dumas, before joining CSC Capital, spent more than a decade woking in China in various service industry functions. Mr. Dumas dealt with several large M&A deals in southwest China arranging several hundred million dollar commercial real-estate deals. He was the Executive Director of China SOS International medical and travel risk management group and helped facilitate the merger of China SOS International and DeerJet Aviation a large state owned enterprise under Hainan Airlines Group.
Over 11 years in the Asian market, Mr. Dumas has gained a tremendous amount of financial contacts both with local investors and institutional investors. In his most recent role, he was Deputy General Manager and Head of XinHe Private Equity group under XinHe Investment Group based in Sichuan, Chengdu China. In this role, Mr. Dumas and his team of 50 were successful in raising over 1 Billion Chinese Yuan in seed funding in their first Private Equity Fund (Prime Fund I).
Mr. Dumas has multiple degrees in various fields including Finance, Business management, Business Administration, Anthropology and Mandarin Chinese.
Co-Head of Asian Financing
Managing Director
Mr. John Paul Dumas, before joining CSC Capital, spent more than a decade woking in China in various service industry functions. Mr. Dumas dealt with several large M&A deals in southwest China arranging several hundred million dollar commercial real-estate deals. He was the Executive Director of China SOS International medical and travel risk management group and helped facilitate the merger of China SOS International and DeerJet Aviation a large state owned enterprise under Hainan Airlines Group.
Over 11 years in the Asian market, Mr. Dumas has gained a tremendous amount of financial contacts both with local investors and institutional investors. In his most recent role, he was Deputy General Manager and Head of XinHe Private Equity group under XinHe Investment Group based in Sichuan, Chengdu China. In this role, Mr. Dumas and his team of 50 were successful in raising over 1 Billion Chinese Yuan in seed funding in their first Private Equity Fund (Prime Fund I).
Mr. Dumas has multiple degrees in various fields including Finance, Business management, Business Administration, Anthropology and Mandarin Chinese.
JAMES CARLIN
Head of Advanced Accounting Solutions
Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
Mr. Carlin joined the firm as Head of Advanced Accounting Solutions after over 30 years in corporate controllership. His career as Controller with one legendary Fortune 500 company allowed him the opportunity to work in the audit and acquisition analysis side of one of the largest LBO’s in history. He also was the Chairperson of SOX Management Steering Committee where he supervised the implementation of over 100 internal controls and process improvements for a Sarbanes Oxley initiative.
He started his accounting career with Grant Thornton, currently the 5th largest public accounting firm in the U.S., and his first private accounting experience was a tour with the consumer products giant Beatrice where he participated with KKR’s acquisition of the firm.
After Beatrice he spent the next 20 years working first as Accounting Manager then as Controller for Nabors Industries until they were acquired thus creating the largest drilling and work-over contractor in the energy sector. Before joining CSC Capital he also worked as Controller with Sulzer (a Swiss company), and as Controller with Geokinerics where again he participated in a successful merger process.
His internal knowlege of the M&A process from an accounting, finance and information systems perspective eventually allowed him to form his own consulting practice. These rare insights now gives CSC Capital an advantage for our clients.
He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics (with honors) from Loyola University and an MBA, specializing in Accounting from the Kellstadt School of Business, DePaul University. He enjoys sports and poetry.
Head of Advanced Accounting Solutions
Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
Mr. Carlin joined the firm as Head of Advanced Accounting Solutions after over 30 years in corporate controllership. His career as Controller with one legendary Fortune 500 company allowed him the opportunity to work in the audit and acquisition analysis side of one of the largest LBO’s in history. He also was the Chairperson of SOX Management Steering Committee where he supervised the implementation of over 100 internal controls and process improvements for a Sarbanes Oxley initiative.
He started his accounting career with Grant Thornton, currently the 5th largest public accounting firm in the U.S., and his first private accounting experience was a tour with the consumer products giant Beatrice where he participated with KKR’s acquisition of the firm.
After Beatrice he spent the next 20 years working first as Accounting Manager then as Controller for Nabors Industries until they were acquired thus creating the largest drilling and work-over contractor in the energy sector. Before joining CSC Capital he also worked as Controller with Sulzer (a Swiss company), and as Controller with Geokinerics where again he participated in a successful merger process.
His internal knowlege of the M&A process from an accounting, finance and information systems perspective eventually allowed him to form his own consulting practice. These rare insights now gives CSC Capital an advantage for our clients.
He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics (with honors) from Loyola University and an MBA, specializing in Accounting from the Kellstadt School of Business, DePaul University. He enjoys sports and poetry.
PAUL D. BARCHITTA
Head of Sales & Marketing Solutions, Health and Medical
Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
Mr. Barchitta joined CSC Capital while also teaching Marketing and Management as a Tenured Professor at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY. Prior academic positions include professorships at The City University of New York (CUNY) and St. John’s University teaching Marketing and Business Administration, Sports Marketing and Sports Business Administration.
In combination with his academic career he has over 25 years of sales management experience in the medical device and healthcare industries. At the front line of selling many advanced and newly introduced medical products his expertise has earned him several industry awards, including a President’s Club Winner from three global medical device manufacturing companies.
His career includes working with Johnson & Johnson’s Surgical Instrument Division, Smiths Medical's Infusion Division, and Beiersdorf-Jobst's Vascular Division. He also worked as a management consultant for his own consulting practice.
Mr. Barchitta earned both his Bachelor of Science in Finance and his MBA from St. John’s University, New York and a Post-Graduate Advanced Certificate from New York University (NYU). He is the author of A Salesman Walks Into A Classroom…The Art of Sales Meets the Science of Selling, an iUniverse publication.
Head of Sales & Marketing Solutions, Health and Medical
Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
Mr. Barchitta joined CSC Capital while also teaching Marketing and Management as a Tenured Professor at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY. Prior academic positions include professorships at The City University of New York (CUNY) and St. John’s University teaching Marketing and Business Administration, Sports Marketing and Sports Business Administration.
In combination with his academic career he has over 25 years of sales management experience in the medical device and healthcare industries. At the front line of selling many advanced and newly introduced medical products his expertise has earned him several industry awards, including a President’s Club Winner from three global medical device manufacturing companies.
His career includes working with Johnson & Johnson’s Surgical Instrument Division, Smiths Medical's Infusion Division, and Beiersdorf-Jobst's Vascular Division. He also worked as a management consultant for his own consulting practice.
Mr. Barchitta earned both his Bachelor of Science in Finance and his MBA from St. John’s University, New York and a Post-Graduate Advanced Certificate from New York University (NYU). He is the author of A Salesman Walks Into A Classroom…The Art of Sales Meets the Science of Selling, an iUniverse publication.
SYED TARIQ HUSAIN
Head of Transportation Management, Worldwide
Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
Mr. Husain brings to CSC Capital over 20 years of international experience working with several global aviation and service industry organizations. He has established and/or been responsible for managing regional offices in North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
With a proven track record of mobilizing multi-cultural corporations to successful growth and development within challenging environments, his skill set includes extensive P&L responsibility, internal restructuring activities, general operations, and risk management. Specifically his expertise is in airport management where as a director of an international carrier he had control over all commercial operations.
Prior to joining the firm he held the position of Executive Vice President for Austin Tech, Inc., and before this position he was Director of Operations & Fundraising for the Al Furqaan Foundation/ICNA Relief USA.
His aviation and transportation management experience includes positions as Vice President USA/Director Commercial, Corporate for Shaheen Air International, and as District Manager Central USA for Kuwait Airways. In addition to the above management positions Mr. Husain also served as a Senior Consultant for International Travel Solutions, providing C-Level advisory work for the travel industry.
He is a graduate of the Pakistan Air Force Academy (PAF), Risalpur where he earned his Bachelors in Avionics, and prior to this attended the prestigious PAF Cadet College, Sargodha, where he was one of sixty candidates selected from a field of over a million applicants.
Mr. Husain speaks fluent German, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi and English. Traveling extensively around the world he has a deep respect for different cultures and in particular loves to spend time with children and animals. He volunteers his time to several humanitarian non-profit groups.
Head of Transportation Management, Worldwide
Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
Mr. Husain brings to CSC Capital over 20 years of international experience working with several global aviation and service industry organizations. He has established and/or been responsible for managing regional offices in North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
With a proven track record of mobilizing multi-cultural corporations to successful growth and development within challenging environments, his skill set includes extensive P&L responsibility, internal restructuring activities, general operations, and risk management. Specifically his expertise is in airport management where as a director of an international carrier he had control over all commercial operations.
Prior to joining the firm he held the position of Executive Vice President for Austin Tech, Inc., and before this position he was Director of Operations & Fundraising for the Al Furqaan Foundation/ICNA Relief USA.
His aviation and transportation management experience includes positions as Vice President USA/Director Commercial, Corporate for Shaheen Air International, and as District Manager Central USA for Kuwait Airways. In addition to the above management positions Mr. Husain also served as a Senior Consultant for International Travel Solutions, providing C-Level advisory work for the travel industry.
He is a graduate of the Pakistan Air Force Academy (PAF), Risalpur where he earned his Bachelors in Avionics, and prior to this attended the prestigious PAF Cadet College, Sargodha, where he was one of sixty candidates selected from a field of over a million applicants.
Mr. Husain speaks fluent German, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi and English. Traveling extensively around the world he has a deep respect for different cultures and in particular loves to spend time with children and animals. He volunteers his time to several humanitarian non-profit groups.
E. H. (HOP) MEELER
Head of Operations Management, Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
Hop started officially with CSC Capital in 2009 as the firm's Head of Operations Management. However Hop and the firm's CEO met in 2007 working jointly on a turnaround engagement with Hop acting as the Interim COO. Hop brings over 30 years of lean manufacturing experience to the firm and is considered in several industries as one of the United States most seasoned veteran in operations management.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
ESP OF FLORIDA, Jasper, FL, 2007-2008 Privately held window and door manufacturer. Shutdown company due to housing downturn.
General Manager
Implemented Lean Manufacturing, introduced new “customer friendly” products, improved existing products and upgraded the Sales & Marketing focus.
- Improved Quality from 63% to 98%, and Product Deliveries from 42% to 97% by using newly designed quality systems, Root Cause Analysis of problems & implementation of permanent “fixes”.
- Increased Productivity 24% through 5S, Kaizens, Takt Time, Process Mapping & Line Balancing.
- Added new customers that accounted for 42% of the Customer Base.
Meeler Consulting, Inc., 2006-2007 (at ESP of Florida)
President
Consulted for ESP of Florida to Improve Quality, Service and Manufacturing Efficiencies
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing and designed KPI Performance Metrics & Systems.
- Hired by Owner after 4 months to be General Manager to turnaround the Company.
NW MANUFACTURERS INC., Rocky Mount, VA, 1999–2005 Privately held window and door manufacturing operation with 2,300 employees and $200 million sales.
Vice-President of Operations
Turned around company using Lean Techniques. Built information networks stimulating information flow and best practices across businesses. Increased the capacity of newly acquired Vinyl extrusion plant by 41%.
- Doubled productivity from $44 Sales/Labor Hour to $91 Sales/LH utilizing KPI’s, SPC, Kaizen Events, Work Cells, Line Balancing, 1-piece flow, training and line operating procedures.
- Created 40K SF of floor space with no “brick-and-mortar” additions through Lean supply chain controls, inventory reduction and productivity improvements. .
- Reduced raw material inventory by ~$5,000,000, and refined inventory accuracy from 79% to 98% by introducing JIT deliveries, implementing 1-piece production flow, introducing an inventory control system, , and parts obsolescence.
- Actively involved in selling the Company on two occasions to Investment Firms.
PEACHTREE DOORS AND WINDOWS, Norcross, GA, 1997–1999
Privately held 800-employee, manufacturer of doors and windows. Actively involved in the sale to Nortek.
Vice-President of Manufacturing Improved production processes, maximized performance, minimized operational costs, and provided training and development for plant employees. Utilized Toyota Production System tools and methodology including Lean Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management.
- Consolidated 2 plants, which were located in different cities, in 9 months, during peak season, into one 485,000 sq. ft. facility, with no disruption to product deliveries. Reduced salaried positions 22%.
- Reduced manufacturing space by 267,000 sq. ft. by employing Lean Manufacturing techniques.
- Introduced 4 new products in one year, on schedule, with no quality or delivery problems.
PILKINGTON, (Libbey-Owens-Ford), Sherman, TX, 1995–1997
Tier 1 supplier of automotive glass products with 752 employees and $110 million sales.
Plant Manager
Incorporated Statistical Process Control (SPC) across all lines to enhance quality and process stabilization. Introduced TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), installed robotic automation and implemented work cells.
- Reduced changeover times 40% by implementing “JIT - quick changeover methodology”.
- Reduced Lost Time Accidents from 26 to 5 in 12 months; saved $700,000 in worker’s compensation
- Improved absenteeism from 3.2% to 1.4%, and Short Term Disability by 60%.
HARTCO, pre-finished hardwood flooring, VP Manufacturing and Engineering, Oneida, TN
CORNING, Operations Manager and Engineering Manager, Corning, NY & Greenville, OH
NEWPORT NEWS SHIPBUILDING, Nuclear Power Shift Test Engineer
EDUCATION:
VIRGINIA TECH, BS in Mechanical Engineering
PERSONAL:
In his free time Hop enjoys buying fixer upper homes and personally conducting the manual work for resale. Not only a profitable investment it also keeps his attention to detail carpentry and masonry skills at a peak condition.
Head of Operations Management, Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
Hop started officially with CSC Capital in 2009 as the firm's Head of Operations Management. However Hop and the firm's CEO met in 2007 working jointly on a turnaround engagement with Hop acting as the Interim COO. Hop brings over 30 years of lean manufacturing experience to the firm and is considered in several industries as one of the United States most seasoned veteran in operations management.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
ESP OF FLORIDA, Jasper, FL, 2007-2008 Privately held window and door manufacturer. Shutdown company due to housing downturn.
General Manager
Implemented Lean Manufacturing, introduced new “customer friendly” products, improved existing products and upgraded the Sales & Marketing focus.
- Improved Quality from 63% to 98%, and Product Deliveries from 42% to 97% by using newly designed quality systems, Root Cause Analysis of problems & implementation of permanent “fixes”.
- Increased Productivity 24% through 5S, Kaizens, Takt Time, Process Mapping & Line Balancing.
- Added new customers that accounted for 42% of the Customer Base.
Meeler Consulting, Inc., 2006-2007 (at ESP of Florida)
President
Consulted for ESP of Florida to Improve Quality, Service and Manufacturing Efficiencies
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing and designed KPI Performance Metrics & Systems.
- Hired by Owner after 4 months to be General Manager to turnaround the Company.
NW MANUFACTURERS INC., Rocky Mount, VA, 1999–2005 Privately held window and door manufacturing operation with 2,300 employees and $200 million sales.
Vice-President of Operations
Turned around company using Lean Techniques. Built information networks stimulating information flow and best practices across businesses. Increased the capacity of newly acquired Vinyl extrusion plant by 41%.
- Doubled productivity from $44 Sales/Labor Hour to $91 Sales/LH utilizing KPI’s, SPC, Kaizen Events, Work Cells, Line Balancing, 1-piece flow, training and line operating procedures.
- Created 40K SF of floor space with no “brick-and-mortar” additions through Lean supply chain controls, inventory reduction and productivity improvements. .
- Reduced raw material inventory by ~$5,000,000, and refined inventory accuracy from 79% to 98% by introducing JIT deliveries, implementing 1-piece production flow, introducing an inventory control system, , and parts obsolescence.
- Actively involved in selling the Company on two occasions to Investment Firms.
PEACHTREE DOORS AND WINDOWS, Norcross, GA, 1997–1999
Privately held 800-employee, manufacturer of doors and windows. Actively involved in the sale to Nortek.
Vice-President of Manufacturing Improved production processes, maximized performance, minimized operational costs, and provided training and development for plant employees. Utilized Toyota Production System tools and methodology including Lean Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management.
- Consolidated 2 plants, which were located in different cities, in 9 months, during peak season, into one 485,000 sq. ft. facility, with no disruption to product deliveries. Reduced salaried positions 22%.
- Reduced manufacturing space by 267,000 sq. ft. by employing Lean Manufacturing techniques.
- Introduced 4 new products in one year, on schedule, with no quality or delivery problems.
PILKINGTON, (Libbey-Owens-Ford), Sherman, TX, 1995–1997
Tier 1 supplier of automotive glass products with 752 employees and $110 million sales.
Plant Manager
Incorporated Statistical Process Control (SPC) across all lines to enhance quality and process stabilization. Introduced TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), installed robotic automation and implemented work cells.
- Reduced changeover times 40% by implementing “JIT - quick changeover methodology”.
- Reduced Lost Time Accidents from 26 to 5 in 12 months; saved $700,000 in worker’s compensation
- Improved absenteeism from 3.2% to 1.4%, and Short Term Disability by 60%.
HARTCO, pre-finished hardwood flooring, VP Manufacturing and Engineering, Oneida, TN
CORNING, Operations Manager and Engineering Manager, Corning, NY & Greenville, OH
NEWPORT NEWS SHIPBUILDING, Nuclear Power Shift Test Engineer
EDUCATION:
VIRGINIA TECH, BS in Mechanical Engineering
PERSONAL:
In his free time Hop enjoys buying fixer upper homes and personally conducting the manual work for resale. Not only a profitable investment it also keeps his attention to detail carpentry and masonry skills at a peak condition.
ROBERT JACKMAN
Head of Private Wealth Advisory, Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
CSC Capital, 2013-present
Mr. Jackman first worked for CSC Capital from 1999 to 2001 as a Vice President in the Corporate Restructuring Business Group. He rejoined the firm in 2013 as Head of Private Wealth Advisory. Bringing over twenty years experience in the equities market he assist’s clients in estate planning, wealth management and securities portfolio advisory and management under his own firm of Jackman Wealth Management. Because of his network of Angel investment professionals he also sources funding and financing leads in smaller equity transactions. Finally his knowledge of the firm’s restructuring program allows him to assist when necessary in restructuring engagements.
Jackman Wealth Management, LLC. Salem, OR, 2009-present
President & CEO
Founder of Jackman Wealth Management working in concert with LBL Financial, LLC. Specializing in wealth management services using mutual funds, fixed annuities, and alternative public investment instruments. 20 million dollars under management with a wide client based largely focused in the Pacific Northwest. As a portfolio manager is responsible for determining client investment objectives within the public equities market. Develops financial plans for clients based upon requirements that are mutually agreed upon using a matrix of creative investment factors.
Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Salem, OR, 2005-2009
Financial Consultant
MORGAN STANLEY, Salem, OR, 2001-2005
Financial Advisor
WILLAMETTE INVESTMENT ADVISORS, Salem, OR, 1998-2001
Portfolio Manager/Financial Advisor
CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION, Phoenix, AZ, 1995-1998
Institutional Service Group-Fixed Income Sales & Trading
CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION, Phoenix, AZ, 1993-1995
Registered Representative
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science
Business: Finance/Accounting/Economics
University of Oregon, 1991
Master of Business Administration
Finance
Arizona State University, 1997
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charterholder
Head of Private Wealth Advisory, Compass Park Consulting Partners
Managing Director
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
CSC Capital, 2013-present
Mr. Jackman first worked for CSC Capital from 1999 to 2001 as a Vice President in the Corporate Restructuring Business Group. He rejoined the firm in 2013 as Head of Private Wealth Advisory. Bringing over twenty years experience in the equities market he assist’s clients in estate planning, wealth management and securities portfolio advisory and management under his own firm of Jackman Wealth Management. Because of his network of Angel investment professionals he also sources funding and financing leads in smaller equity transactions. Finally his knowledge of the firm’s restructuring program allows him to assist when necessary in restructuring engagements.
Jackman Wealth Management, LLC. Salem, OR, 2009-present
President & CEO
Founder of Jackman Wealth Management working in concert with LBL Financial, LLC. Specializing in wealth management services using mutual funds, fixed annuities, and alternative public investment instruments. 20 million dollars under management with a wide client based largely focused in the Pacific Northwest. As a portfolio manager is responsible for determining client investment objectives within the public equities market. Develops financial plans for clients based upon requirements that are mutually agreed upon using a matrix of creative investment factors.
Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Salem, OR, 2005-2009
Financial Consultant
- Financial consultant for Wells Fargo Advisors serving retail and institutional client base
- Portfolio management responsibilities include helping clients determine their investment objectives, risk tolerance and return goals and expectations. These goals and objectives are then managed against the client constraints of liquidity, time horizon, taxes, legal and regulatory requirements and unique needs and preferences.
- Experience making investment recommendations and taking investment action with small and mid-capitalization based portfolios. Comfortable communicating with investor relations and upper management at portfolio holding companies.
- Business development experience including client and prospect seminars, direct mailing campaigns, and extensive networking.
- Extensive experience managing Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) portfolios based on clients investment objectives and constraints.
- Manage client portfolios based on Core-Satellite investment strategy and liability-driven investment concepts.
MORGAN STANLEY, Salem, OR, 2001-2005
Financial Advisor
- Responsibilities included developing comprehensive financial plans and written investment policy statements based upon clients goals, risk-tolerance and investment objectives
- Developed both strategic and tactical asset allocation models for client portfolios based upon investor profile and market outlook
- Developed, managed and marketed my own separate account investment portfolio. Focus was on publicly traded companies with low valuations based upon forward earnings estimates and prior twelve month sales while exhibiting positive relative price strength during the previous twelve months
- Business development responsibilities which included initiating and developing relationships with pension, profit-sharing, foundation, endowment and high-net worth prospects. Focused on creating awareness of my portfolio approach with the goal of managing a portion of prospects aggressive equity assets
WILLAMETTE INVESTMENT ADVISORS, Salem, OR, 1998-2001
Portfolio Manager/Financial Advisor
- Investment management experience that involves the research, selection and trading of individual stock, bond and mutual fund portfolios. Experience creating client investment policy statements that match the portfolio investments with the client’s level of risk tolerance and developing optimal asset allocation model.
- Business development role that includes initiating, developing and maintaining long term relationships with key clients.
- Merger & acquisition experience involving business valuation, negotiations, and business integration issues. Served as interim CFO for an on-line hardware store as they attempted to acquire a chain of 40 discount hardware stores with annual sales volume in excess of $12 million.
- Financial and statistical analysis experience that includes the valuation of individual companies based upon their financial statements, industry analysis and the identification of trends.
- Lead negotiator on $7 million real estate development project that included apartment complex, single family and commercial properties.
- Corporate restructuring experience involving companies within the building materials industry with annual sales volume ranging from $5 million up to $80 million. Duties involve extensive due diligence covering cash flow, salary expenses, excessive and obsolete inventory, and margin analysis. Analysis and recommendations for improved profitability were then communicated to the CEO/CFO.
- Financial modeling background that covers discounted cash flow, merger models, NPV and IRR.
- Computer software knowledge includes Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and QuickBooks.
CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION, Phoenix, AZ, 1995-1998
Institutional Service Group-Fixed Income Sales & Trading
- Traded taxable fixed income securities including Treasury, corporate, agency, mortgage bonds and commercial paper.
- Responsible for negotiating prices and commissions with portfolio managers in a fast paced environment. In depth knowledge of automated trading systems including Daiwa, Fuji, Spear Leeds and Bloomberg.
- Managed risk for entire Schwab Institutional Fixed Income department with an average daily transaction volume of over $100 Million.
- Project management duties that included identification, implementation and execution of process improvement strategies.
- Additional sales and trading experience working on the institutional equities trading desk with portfolio managers managing assets up to $1billion.
CHARLES SCHWAB CORPORATION, Phoenix, AZ, 1993-1995
Registered Representative
- Executed equity, fixed income, option, and mutual fund transactions within Schwab’s retail division. Routinely executed over 150 individual client transactions on a daily basis, and consistently recognized for exceptional customer service.
- Provided customers with information regarding the products and services available at Schwab. Responsible for advising clients on the features of various accounts, including IRAs, Keoghs, SEP-IRAs, and custodial accounts
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science
Business: Finance/Accounting/Economics
University of Oregon, 1991
Master of Business Administration
Finance
Arizona State University, 1997
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charterholder
DAVID S. MARSHALL
Head of Financial Governance and Controls, Clearwater Advisors
Managing Director
David S. Marshall joined the firm in 2009. With over 20 years of experience, he is an expert in internal control, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and information technology. He has assisted numerous companies, from startups to multinationals, improve their operations by strengthening their internal control programs and complying with Sarbanes-Oxley, as well as providing IT auditing, computer security and fraud prevention training.
During his career, Dave has performed financial, operational and IT audits, security assessments, fraud investigations, financial and manufacturing system implementations, and regulatory compliance assistance. He headed up the IT Audit Consulting group at one of the largest aerospace and defense contractors in the United States, where he conducted enterprise risk assessments, audits, network penetrations, program effectiveness studies, business continuity reviews, fraud examinations, and financial data analysis using IDEA software. Prior to that, he was a senior manager in the management consulting practice PWC, where he performed similar services to Fortune 500 companies, banks and agencies. Dave helped to develop the firms Audit methodology, participated in writing the Institute of Internal Auditors’ System Auditability and Control Guidelines, and conducted quality assurance reviews of internal and external audit groups.
He has an MBA degree, and is a Certified Information Systems Auditors (CISA) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). He is a member and past board director of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), is a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and helped organize the IIA International Conference, and is the President of the Chicago Chapter of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).
Head of Financial Governance and Controls, Clearwater Advisors
Managing Director
David S. Marshall joined the firm in 2009. With over 20 years of experience, he is an expert in internal control, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and information technology. He has assisted numerous companies, from startups to multinationals, improve their operations by strengthening their internal control programs and complying with Sarbanes-Oxley, as well as providing IT auditing, computer security and fraud prevention training.
During his career, Dave has performed financial, operational and IT audits, security assessments, fraud investigations, financial and manufacturing system implementations, and regulatory compliance assistance. He headed up the IT Audit Consulting group at one of the largest aerospace and defense contractors in the United States, where he conducted enterprise risk assessments, audits, network penetrations, program effectiveness studies, business continuity reviews, fraud examinations, and financial data analysis using IDEA software. Prior to that, he was a senior manager in the management consulting practice PWC, where he performed similar services to Fortune 500 companies, banks and agencies. Dave helped to develop the firms Audit methodology, participated in writing the Institute of Internal Auditors’ System Auditability and Control Guidelines, and conducted quality assurance reviews of internal and external audit groups.
He has an MBA degree, and is a Certified Information Systems Auditors (CISA) and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). He is a member and past board director of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA), is a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and helped organize the IIA International Conference, and is the President of the Chicago Chapter of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).
JOHN C. BLACKSHIRE, JR.
Head of Risk Management, Clearwater Advisors
Managing Director
Mr. Blackshire, Jr., joined CSC Capital in 2009. Previosuly, he was the CEO of The Accountware Group, Inc. (TAG). He has over 30 years of business management, internal control, software development and auditing experience. TAG helps companies improve their business processes, implement financial systems, and comply with the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
During John's career, he has conducted internal control audits, designed business operations, implemented automated financial systems, and created quality control methodologies. He has written numerous articles, system user guides, presented continuing education seminars, and published booklets on best practices in accounting, finance and information technology management.
John started his professional career at KPMG as a financial auditor. His clients included insurance companies, banks, manufacturing firms and non-profits. A number of his clients were public companies. He spend several years in the financial software business designing, supporting and selling financial systems.
John received his undergraduate degree in accounting from the University of South Carolina. He is a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and helped plan their International Conference, and is a member of the international business fraternity Delta Sigma Pi and the honor’s accounting fraternity Beta Alpha Psi. John have been presenting informative and entertaining seminars on internal control, corporate governance and Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance since 2003.
Head of Risk Management, Clearwater Advisors
Managing Director
Mr. Blackshire, Jr., joined CSC Capital in 2009. Previosuly, he was the CEO of The Accountware Group, Inc. (TAG). He has over 30 years of business management, internal control, software development and auditing experience. TAG helps companies improve their business processes, implement financial systems, and comply with the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
During John's career, he has conducted internal control audits, designed business operations, implemented automated financial systems, and created quality control methodologies. He has written numerous articles, system user guides, presented continuing education seminars, and published booklets on best practices in accounting, finance and information technology management.
John started his professional career at KPMG as a financial auditor. His clients included insurance companies, banks, manufacturing firms and non-profits. A number of his clients were public companies. He spend several years in the financial software business designing, supporting and selling financial systems.
John received his undergraduate degree in accounting from the University of South Carolina. He is a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and helped plan their International Conference, and is a member of the international business fraternity Delta Sigma Pi and the honor’s accounting fraternity Beta Alpha Psi. John have been presenting informative and entertaining seminars on internal control, corporate governance and Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance since 2003.
AHMAD KRAYDIEH
Co-Head of Markets, Europe, Middle East & Africa
Managing Director
Mr. Kraydieh joined CSC Capital as its first regional head of Europe’s emerging markets largely focusing on eastern Europe and head of Middle Eastern and Africa’s emerging markets. Fluent in French, Arabic and English he was raised in Lebanon, Switzerland and Egypt. His responsibilities with CSC Capital include cultivating market presence in these regions through his established relationships with businesses and governments.
Prior to joining CSC Capital, Mr. Kraydieh founded KRK an international distribution enterprise that negotiated global contracts on products associated with health ministries throughout the Middle East. Prior to that he managed the Madina Group, a multifaceted organization that owned and operated companies in the banking, insurance, real estate, retail clothing and hospitality industries.
His retail clothing experiences with the Madina Group include the opening as partner of two haute-couture stores in Dubai, and managing the Aqualand Resort. He also has worked domestically with TLC Concept Services, a Las Vegas NV hospitality services firm.
He is a graduate of Les Cotetaz in Switzerland and the College Elite, a Franciscan school in Cairo, Egypt. He attended the American University in Beirut, Lebanon and is a summa cum laude graduate in business management from Kent State University, Kent OH.
Finally he was a National Society of Leadership and Success Nominee to the 2015 International Scholar Laureate Program on Business and Entrepreneurship held in Australia and China. In his free time he enjoys reading about astronomy and physics and is an ardent athlete, winning MVP in the Nike inter-scholar Basketball League.
Co-Head of Markets, Europe, Middle East & Africa
Managing Director
Mr. Kraydieh joined CSC Capital as its first regional head of Europe’s emerging markets largely focusing on eastern Europe and head of Middle Eastern and Africa’s emerging markets. Fluent in French, Arabic and English he was raised in Lebanon, Switzerland and Egypt. His responsibilities with CSC Capital include cultivating market presence in these regions through his established relationships with businesses and governments.
Prior to joining CSC Capital, Mr. Kraydieh founded KRK an international distribution enterprise that negotiated global contracts on products associated with health ministries throughout the Middle East. Prior to that he managed the Madina Group, a multifaceted organization that owned and operated companies in the banking, insurance, real estate, retail clothing and hospitality industries.
His retail clothing experiences with the Madina Group include the opening as partner of two haute-couture stores in Dubai, and managing the Aqualand Resort. He also has worked domestically with TLC Concept Services, a Las Vegas NV hospitality services firm.
He is a graduate of Les Cotetaz in Switzerland and the College Elite, a Franciscan school in Cairo, Egypt. He attended the American University in Beirut, Lebanon and is a summa cum laude graduate in business management from Kent State University, Kent OH.
Finally he was a National Society of Leadership and Success Nominee to the 2015 International Scholar Laureate Program on Business and Entrepreneurship held in Australia and China. In his free time he enjoys reading about astronomy and physics and is an ardent athlete, winning MVP in the Nike inter-scholar Basketball League.
AKIN ASHEKUN
Head of Frontier Equity Markets,
NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Ashekun has over 25 years experience as a corporate and investment advisor often holding the positions of CEO and CFO. His specific specialities are investment fund raising, and advising in mergers and acquisitions and post-merger integration. Prior to joining CSC Capital he was a founding partner of PYUR Capital Partners a private equity firm focusing on the frontier market infrastructure space.
During his tenure with PYUR he orchestrated the firm’s 100 million roll-up strategy from targeting acquisitions through the creation of fund value. Besides his typical private equity work entailed in creating investment value for the limited partners, Mr. Ashekun expertise in the selection of human capital, processes and products created competitive advantage and sizable returns even in the most difficult of turnaround situations.
Prior to his private equity experience with PYUR he served as Chief Executive Officer of Akinmccann Financial, a mid-market investment advisor and Chief Financial Officer of Kennedee Group where he conducted strategic planning through the acquisition of several medical clinics and pharmacies. He started his career with Gunnallen Financial rising to the position of Senior Vice President of Investments where he raised capital for start-ups and mid-market companies.
He graduated from Prairie View, A&M University, Texas and is currently studying for his MBA in Finance from the University of Cumbria, UK. Thoughout his career he has attended several executive programs including course work at Wharton Business School, Columbia University and the University of Virginia.
Mr. Ashekun is involved with many philanthropic projects as both Chairman and Founder and is a volunteer for the Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Habitat for Humanity.
Head of Frontier Equity Markets,
NWX Financial Group
Managing Director
Mr. Ashekun has over 25 years experience as a corporate and investment advisor often holding the positions of CEO and CFO. His specific specialities are investment fund raising, and advising in mergers and acquisitions and post-merger integration. Prior to joining CSC Capital he was a founding partner of PYUR Capital Partners a private equity firm focusing on the frontier market infrastructure space.
During his tenure with PYUR he orchestrated the firm’s 100 million roll-up strategy from targeting acquisitions through the creation of fund value. Besides his typical private equity work entailed in creating investment value for the limited partners, Mr. Ashekun expertise in the selection of human capital, processes and products created competitive advantage and sizable returns even in the most difficult of turnaround situations.
Prior to his private equity experience with PYUR he served as Chief Executive Officer of Akinmccann Financial, a mid-market investment advisor and Chief Financial Officer of Kennedee Group where he conducted strategic planning through the acquisition of several medical clinics and pharmacies. He started his career with Gunnallen Financial rising to the position of Senior Vice President of Investments where he raised capital for start-ups and mid-market companies.
He graduated from Prairie View, A&M University, Texas and is currently studying for his MBA in Finance from the University of Cumbria, UK. Thoughout his career he has attended several executive programs including course work at Wharton Business School, Columbia University and the University of Virginia.
Mr. Ashekun is involved with many philanthropic projects as both Chairman and Founder and is a volunteer for the Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Habitat for Humanity.
RODOLFO E. GONZALEZ
Head of Markets, Latin America
Managing Director
Mr. Gonzalez joined CSC Capital as Head of Markets, Latin America. With a twenty-plus career in international business development and consulting devoted mainly to Latin American divisions of U.S. based corporations, he is both entrepuprear and telecom executive. Well versed in developing and executing business plans across Latin America, he specialized in technology start-ups, most recently in the trade of wireless devices.
He career has been intensely focused on technology sales since graduating from college. His first position was as Executive Vice President of the Latin American Division of Ingram Micro an international wireless distributor traded on NASDAQ. During his tenure he assisted in increasing revenues from $48 million to over $400 million in three years.
His next position was as Executive Vice President & Co-Founder of PH Cellular, Inc., an international wireless distributor for Latin America and from this start-up he founded Advanced Coating Technologies, Latin America Inc. operating as the firm’s President. In this position he led the expansion of the firm’s presence to seven-four countries working with several Fortune 500 companies, such as Apple.
Prior to joining CSC Capital, Mr. Gonzalez ran REG Consulting, his own consulting company specializing in advising clients involved with selling wireless devices throughout Latin America and the U.S. He graduated from the University of Florida in Business Administration and is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and English.
Head of Markets, Latin America
Managing Director
Mr. Gonzalez joined CSC Capital as Head of Markets, Latin America. With a twenty-plus career in international business development and consulting devoted mainly to Latin American divisions of U.S. based corporations, he is both entrepuprear and telecom executive. Well versed in developing and executing business plans across Latin America, he specialized in technology start-ups, most recently in the trade of wireless devices.
He career has been intensely focused on technology sales since graduating from college. His first position was as Executive Vice President of the Latin American Division of Ingram Micro an international wireless distributor traded on NASDAQ. During his tenure he assisted in increasing revenues from $48 million to over $400 million in three years.
His next position was as Executive Vice President & Co-Founder of PH Cellular, Inc., an international wireless distributor for Latin America and from this start-up he founded Advanced Coating Technologies, Latin America Inc. operating as the firm’s President. In this position he led the expansion of the firm’s presence to seven-four countries working with several Fortune 500 companies, such as Apple.
Prior to joining CSC Capital, Mr. Gonzalez ran REG Consulting, his own consulting company specializing in advising clients involved with selling wireless devices throughout Latin America and the U.S. He graduated from the University of Florida in Business Administration and is fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and English.
EZZARD CHARLES ROLLE
Chairman
CSC Capital Bahamas/ Caribbean
Managing Director
Mr. Rolle manages CSC Capital's Bahamas and Caribbean operations where he responsible for investor relations, client development and financial advisory services. Based in Nassau, Bahamas, Mr. Rolle has been a prominent regional banker and consultant for over 20 years. Today he manages a fund with over 600 million dollars of assets under management.
Prior to establishing his fund over 10 years ago as CEO of Be Sure Offshore he held various management and investment positions in institutional banking, offshore corporate management, retail banking and credit development.
Mr. Rolle was instrumental in pioneering the Corporate Credit Card Program and Electronic Cash Management services for Barclays Group worldwide. Also while at Barclays he developed the bank's offshore corporate business program throughout the Bahamas and Caribbean with assets exceeding $850M.
He started his banking career with Chase Manhattan Bank in credit development working in Puerto Rico, then the reminder of his time with the Bank working out Chase's New York office rising to the position of institutional portfolio Vice President. In this position he was directly responsible for the management of over a 100 million dollars in assets. During his time with Chase he also received extensive exposure to global capital markets.
Mr. Rolle holds a BA degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Fisk University, Nashville TN, and an MBA degree in Finance and Management from the University of Miami, Coral Gables FL. Holding several Board positions; he is the Director, Bahamas Red Cross and the a founding member of the Ocean Club.
He is married and is the proud father of three children. Enjoys golf, swimming and tennis.
Chairman
CSC Capital Bahamas/ Caribbean
Managing Director
Mr. Rolle manages CSC Capital's Bahamas and Caribbean operations where he responsible for investor relations, client development and financial advisory services. Based in Nassau, Bahamas, Mr. Rolle has been a prominent regional banker and consultant for over 20 years. Today he manages a fund with over 600 million dollars of assets under management.
Prior to establishing his fund over 10 years ago as CEO of Be Sure Offshore he held various management and investment positions in institutional banking, offshore corporate management, retail banking and credit development.
Mr. Rolle was instrumental in pioneering the Corporate Credit Card Program and Electronic Cash Management services for Barclays Group worldwide. Also while at Barclays he developed the bank's offshore corporate business program throughout the Bahamas and Caribbean with assets exceeding $850M.
He started his banking career with Chase Manhattan Bank in credit development working in Puerto Rico, then the reminder of his time with the Bank working out Chase's New York office rising to the position of institutional portfolio Vice President. In this position he was directly responsible for the management of over a 100 million dollars in assets. During his time with Chase he also received extensive exposure to global capital markets.
Mr. Rolle holds a BA degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Fisk University, Nashville TN, and an MBA degree in Finance and Management from the University of Miami, Coral Gables FL. Holding several Board positions; he is the Director, Bahamas Red Cross and the a founding member of the Ocean Club.
He is married and is the proud father of three children. Enjoys golf, swimming and tennis.
ALOKE CHAKRAVARTTY
Co-Chairman
CSC Capital India
Managing Director
Dr. Chakravartty manages CSC Capital's India operations where he is responsible for both business development and financial advisory activities. Based in Kolkata (Calcutta), India his local presence allows the firm direct access to Indian business markets, intellectual capital resources and alternative financing and investor opportunities.
With a professional and academic career spanning over 30 years, Dr. Chakravartty besides bringing the firm an international foot print throughout India and Southeast Asia, provides expertise in supply chain management, manufacturing operations, and management consulting specifically to the banking and financial services industry.
His professional experiences also include setting up new factories and negotiating technology transfers to India with European and U.S. based corporations. Academically his experiences include that of professor and Dean of Management.
Prior to joining the firm Dr. Chakravatty held the position of Director with Jessop Ltd, Gillanders Arbuthnot & Co Ltd, and Ogilvy Gillanders Ltd, UK. He is also currently a Professor and Director with Techno India University, India.
His Ph.D is in Corporate Finance from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India. He also earned his MBA in Finance and his BBA from Banaras Hindu University. He is certified in supply chain management holding the BAAN certification from Malaysia where he participated in ERP training on finance and distribution channels.
Having sat on the Board of several major corporations he is currently a member of the Association of Secretaries and Managers, India.
Co-Chairman
CSC Capital India
Managing Director
Dr. Chakravartty manages CSC Capital's India operations where he is responsible for both business development and financial advisory activities. Based in Kolkata (Calcutta), India his local presence allows the firm direct access to Indian business markets, intellectual capital resources and alternative financing and investor opportunities.
With a professional and academic career spanning over 30 years, Dr. Chakravartty besides bringing the firm an international foot print throughout India and Southeast Asia, provides expertise in supply chain management, manufacturing operations, and management consulting specifically to the banking and financial services industry.
His professional experiences also include setting up new factories and negotiating technology transfers to India with European and U.S. based corporations. Academically his experiences include that of professor and Dean of Management.
Prior to joining the firm Dr. Chakravatty held the position of Director with Jessop Ltd, Gillanders Arbuthnot & Co Ltd, and Ogilvy Gillanders Ltd, UK. He is also currently a Professor and Director with Techno India University, India.
His Ph.D is in Corporate Finance from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India. He also earned his MBA in Finance and his BBA from Banaras Hindu University. He is certified in supply chain management holding the BAAN certification from Malaysia where he participated in ERP training on finance and distribution channels.
Having sat on the Board of several major corporations he is currently a member of the Association of Secretaries and Managers, India.
PRADIP KUMAR MAZUMDER
Co-Chairman, CSC Capital India
Managing Director
Kolkata
Dr. Pradip Kumar Mazumder joined CSC Capital as Co-Chairman, CSC Capital India. He brings to the firm over twenty-five years of business, academic and scientific experiences with a variet,r, of industries and institutions. V/ith professional exposure throughout India, Europe. Africa and the U.S., Dr. Mazumder has participated in investment fund raising, and project management where he helped to establish tbur early stage start-up companies.
Prior to joining the firm. he works as an Advisor of Krish Biotech Research Pvt. Ltd, a Contract Research Organization firm located in Kolkata, India. Previous management positions include CEO of GCC Biotechnology, President of Imperial Lif'e Bioservices, President R & D, Keegad Biogen, New Delhi, India. He also was an Associate Professor at the RAGACOVAS, University of Pondicherry and a Staff Scientist at the National Institute of Immunology. Dr. Mazumder served DRDO (Min of Defence. GOI) as a Scientist where his R&D background gained him experience in the research of new molecules and product development.
Dr. Mazumder earned his Ph.D. in Ph.vsiology at the Indian Veterinary Research Institute, and both his MVSc and BVSc at the Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya. He was a Post Doctoral Fellow and Research Scientist at the University of Utah, School of Medicine. Salt Lake City. USA. His contribution in the field of Metabolic and Cardiovascular disorder is well recognized.
Dr. Mazumder is quite passionate about the development of green technologies that impact wide variety of industries including Pharmaceuticals, Agriculture, food security and defense. In his spare time he helps non-profit organizations in project management and execution, fund raising. He enjoys extensive networking with media persons, key opinion leaders, entrepreneurs and other sections of society.
Co-Chairman, CSC Capital India
Managing Director
Kolkata
Dr. Pradip Kumar Mazumder joined CSC Capital as Co-Chairman, CSC Capital India. He brings to the firm over twenty-five years of business, academic and scientific experiences with a variet,r, of industries and institutions. V/ith professional exposure throughout India, Europe. Africa and the U.S., Dr. Mazumder has participated in investment fund raising, and project management where he helped to establish tbur early stage start-up companies.
Prior to joining the firm. he works as an Advisor of Krish Biotech Research Pvt. Ltd, a Contract Research Organization firm located in Kolkata, India. Previous management positions include CEO of GCC Biotechnology, President of Imperial Lif'e Bioservices, President R & D, Keegad Biogen, New Delhi, India. He also was an Associate Professor at the RAGACOVAS, University of Pondicherry and a Staff Scientist at the National Institute of Immunology. Dr. Mazumder served DRDO (Min of Defence. GOI) as a Scientist where his R&D background gained him experience in the research of new molecules and product development.
Dr. Mazumder earned his Ph.D. in Ph.vsiology at the Indian Veterinary Research Institute, and both his MVSc and BVSc at the Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya. He was a Post Doctoral Fellow and Research Scientist at the University of Utah, School of Medicine. Salt Lake City. USA. His contribution in the field of Metabolic and Cardiovascular disorder is well recognized.
Dr. Mazumder is quite passionate about the development of green technologies that impact wide variety of industries including Pharmaceuticals, Agriculture, food security and defense. In his spare time he helps non-profit organizations in project management and execution, fund raising. He enjoys extensive networking with media persons, key opinion leaders, entrepreneurs and other sections of society.
PAOLO CARLIN
Chairman
CSC Capital Italy
Partner
Thirty years of experience in the industrial and commercial sector, first as an entrepreneur following all aspects of corporate and industrial management of family' companies and later as free lance advisor to both Italian and international companies. Since 1986 he has started joint ventures in China and USA, counting among its customers and partners the most important multinationals of Chemical and Oil & Gas. From 2013 to first months of 2015 he was Vice President of a major Swiss Merchant, where acted to scout industrial investment opportunities and startups. Since 2015, through his consultancy firm Carlin & Associates, he devotes his experience and passion for technological innovation, following the definition of strategic, corporate and financial operations of Client companies while interfacing personally with national and international investors and financial partners. Since 2018 he is also CEO of Flymove Holding Limited UK and General Manager of Equiventia Capital Partners.
Chairman
CSC Capital Italy
Partner
Thirty years of experience in the industrial and commercial sector, first as an entrepreneur following all aspects of corporate and industrial management of family' companies and later as free lance advisor to both Italian and international companies. Since 1986 he has started joint ventures in China and USA, counting among its customers and partners the most important multinationals of Chemical and Oil & Gas. From 2013 to first months of 2015 he was Vice President of a major Swiss Merchant, where acted to scout industrial investment opportunities and startups. Since 2015, through his consultancy firm Carlin & Associates, he devotes his experience and passion for technological innovation, following the definition of strategic, corporate and financial operations of Client companies while interfacing personally with national and international investors and financial partners. Since 2018 he is also CEO of Flymove Holding Limited UK and General Manager of Equiventia Capital Partners.
MICHAEL SPENCLEY
Co-Chairman
CSC Capital, Canada
Managing Director
Mr. Spencley joined CSC Capital with over 30 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions and capital raising and procurement. He has also held senior positions as Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer and Divisional Vice President. Prior to joining the firm he ran his own consulting firm for over two decades which conducted capital raises and financial advisory services.
During the time which Mr. Spencley ran his own firm he was also Chief Executive Officer for Synergy Energy, a Canadian manufacturing company which specialized in producing electrical transformers and power distribution units. Prior to founding his own firm, he was Chief Executive Officer for Hudson Bay Technologies Inc. an automobile parts manufacturer. Previous positions include the President and Chief Restructuring Officer of Tamco Limited a OEM for automobile parts, where he executed a successful turnaround, and Divisional Vice President of Continental Can of Canada LTD, Automotive Group, where he progressed through middle and senior management positions.
He was educated at Niagara College of Applied Arts and Technology studying mechanical engineering and Sheridan College of Applied Arts Technology studying business administration. He also graduated from the University of Waterloo’s Advanced Management Program.
An avid fly-fisherman he is the published author of “Trout Secrets of a Trout Master.” Currently he is an Opinion Leader Panel member of The Ecomonist Intelligence Unit, a division of The Economist Magazine.
Co-Chairman
CSC Capital, Canada
Managing Director
Mr. Spencley joined CSC Capital with over 30 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions and capital raising and procurement. He has also held senior positions as Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer and Divisional Vice President. Prior to joining the firm he ran his own consulting firm for over two decades which conducted capital raises and financial advisory services.
During the time which Mr. Spencley ran his own firm he was also Chief Executive Officer for Synergy Energy, a Canadian manufacturing company which specialized in producing electrical transformers and power distribution units. Prior to founding his own firm, he was Chief Executive Officer for Hudson Bay Technologies Inc. an automobile parts manufacturer. Previous positions include the President and Chief Restructuring Officer of Tamco Limited a OEM for automobile parts, where he executed a successful turnaround, and Divisional Vice President of Continental Can of Canada LTD, Automotive Group, where he progressed through middle and senior management positions.
He was educated at Niagara College of Applied Arts and Technology studying mechanical engineering and Sheridan College of Applied Arts Technology studying business administration. He also graduated from the University of Waterloo’s Advanced Management Program.
An avid fly-fisherman he is the published author of “Trout Secrets of a Trout Master.” Currently he is an Opinion Leader Panel member of The Ecomonist Intelligence Unit, a division of The Economist Magazine.
AFAM ELUE
Co-Chairman
CSC Capital, Canada
Managing Director
Mr. Elue joined CSC Capital as Co-Chairman of its Canadian operations with over 15 years in the financial and consulting industries focusing on alternative and sophisticated financing frameworks and distressed turnarounds. He began his career in corporate banking and his professional experience spans three countries in two continents.
Prior to joining CSC Capital he was a regional manager for Lyoness Canada a global marketing company. He was specifically responsible for facilitating process improvements, operational turnarounds, and strategic development for central Canada. Prior to that he was a financial advisor with Edward Jones Investments and before that a team leader for Citifinancial Mortgage. He started his career as a relationship officer for Access Bank at their Lagos, Nigeria location.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics from the University of Benin, Nigeria and his MBA in Finance from the University of Dallas, Dallas TX. Mr. Elue is active in the community as a volunteer through his local church in Toronto.
Co-Chairman
CSC Capital, Canada
Managing Director
Mr. Elue joined CSC Capital as Co-Chairman of its Canadian operations with over 15 years in the financial and consulting industries focusing on alternative and sophisticated financing frameworks and distressed turnarounds. He began his career in corporate banking and his professional experience spans three countries in two continents.
Prior to joining CSC Capital he was a regional manager for Lyoness Canada a global marketing company. He was specifically responsible for facilitating process improvements, operational turnarounds, and strategic development for central Canada. Prior to that he was a financial advisor with Edward Jones Investments and before that a team leader for Citifinancial Mortgage. He started his career as a relationship officer for Access Bank at their Lagos, Nigeria location.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics and Statistics from the University of Benin, Nigeria and his MBA in Finance from the University of Dallas, Dallas TX. Mr. Elue is active in the community as a volunteer through his local church in Toronto.
FABIO MUNHOZ STAINE PRADO
Co-Chairman,
CSC Capital Brazil
Managing Director
Mr. Prado manages CSC Capital’s Brazil’s and for the most part the firm’s South America’s operations where he is responsible for business development and financial advisory services in the region. Based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil his background is in operations, engineering, and sales and marketing, working extensively in Europe and South America.
Prior to joining the firm Mr. Prado was the Director and Product Manager of Industry and Commerce for Alfred Karcher GmbH & Co. with headquarters in Winnenden, Germany. In this position he directly reported to the President of the company in Brazil. He was responsible for all regional management including budgets and investments, financial controls, sales and staff management.
His particular specialities include supply chain management, scientific initiations in robotics, future-tech products for military applications, and water treatment systems. He studied under Professor Dr. Peter Sussner at UNICAMP's Institute of Mathematics monitoring geometry analytics.
Mr. Prado earned his Bachelor of Engineering degree from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) majoring in controls and automation engineering with a specialization in supply chain management. He also attended Alfred Karcher's U.S. based training courses earning corporate certificates.
He is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and English with a working knowledge of French. He enjoys traveling, regularly visiting the U.S.
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PAULO CESAR CARDOZO
Co-Chairman,
CSC Capital Brazil
Managing Director
Mr. Cardozo is active in the financial market in Brazil, as well as in the Renewable Energy sector (Wind, Solar, Biomass ...) with a great deal of experience in the origination of businesses in these areas.
From the city of Natal, in Rio Grande do Norte, it develops businesses throughout Brazil, with clients also in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay and Portugal.
Careful with the treatment of operations, he constantly seeks to identify potential business within the scope of action, with an extensive network of contacts and relationship.
Economist for UNESA, with an MBA in Marketing Management from ESPM and Product Development Management from FGV, he has always focused his work in the relationship chain for effective and productive business management.
He has a background in Graphical Analysis of Assets, Fundamental Analysis and Operations with Derivatives, Shares and other assets on the Stock Exchange (B3), where he acts as an investor and trader.
He volunteered and formed the chair of LIONS CLUB, supporting philanthropic causes of the Women's Cancer League, the Lions Club Eye Hospital, the Fire Department, as well as other benefited entities.
He collaborated intellectually with the Strategic Planning of the International Forum of Free Software in Brazil and with the development of the sector.
Married for 21 years, he lives on Cotovelo beach, on the coast of Rio Grande do Norte, near the city of Natal, where he likes nature to surf and contemplate the natural beauties. A martial artist since the age of 4, he is a black belt of Shoto-Kan Karate and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt at Gracie School.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
CO-CHAIRMAN, MANAGING DIRECTOR BRAZIL - CSC CAPITAL - AUG / 2018 - to the present
CEO, E-CO² THE RENEWABLE ENERGY HUB - JAN / 2015 - to the present
CEO, E-CONSULTING MARKETING & CONSULTING COMPANY, RS, BRAZIL - MAR / 1998 - to the present
INVESTOR, OPERATOR, BM & F / B3 (BOVESPA) - 2016 - to the present
CEO, DIRECTOR OF CREATION, COMUNICARE ADVERTISING - JAN 1993 - DEC / 1997
BUSINESS, RADIO AND TV MANAGER GLOBO SYSTEM - MAR / 1989 - DEC / 1992
Co-Chairman,
CSC Capital Brazil
Managing Director
Mr. Prado manages CSC Capital’s Brazil’s and for the most part the firm’s South America’s operations where he is responsible for business development and financial advisory services in the region. Based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil his background is in operations, engineering, and sales and marketing, working extensively in Europe and South America.
Prior to joining the firm Mr. Prado was the Director and Product Manager of Industry and Commerce for Alfred Karcher GmbH & Co. with headquarters in Winnenden, Germany. In this position he directly reported to the President of the company in Brazil. He was responsible for all regional management including budgets and investments, financial controls, sales and staff management.
His particular specialities include supply chain management, scientific initiations in robotics, future-tech products for military applications, and water treatment systems. He studied under Professor Dr. Peter Sussner at UNICAMP's Institute of Mathematics monitoring geometry analytics.
Mr. Prado earned his Bachelor of Engineering degree from the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) majoring in controls and automation engineering with a specialization in supply chain management. He also attended Alfred Karcher's U.S. based training courses earning corporate certificates.
He is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and English with a working knowledge of French. He enjoys traveling, regularly visiting the U.S.
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PAULO CESAR CARDOZO
Co-Chairman,
CSC Capital Brazil
Managing Director
Mr. Cardozo is active in the financial market in Brazil, as well as in the Renewable Energy sector (Wind, Solar, Biomass ...) with a great deal of experience in the origination of businesses in these areas.
From the city of Natal, in Rio Grande do Norte, it develops businesses throughout Brazil, with clients also in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay and Portugal.
Careful with the treatment of operations, he constantly seeks to identify potential business within the scope of action, with an extensive network of contacts and relationship.
Economist for UNESA, with an MBA in Marketing Management from ESPM and Product Development Management from FGV, he has always focused his work in the relationship chain for effective and productive business management.
He has a background in Graphical Analysis of Assets, Fundamental Analysis and Operations with Derivatives, Shares and other assets on the Stock Exchange (B3), where he acts as an investor and trader.
He volunteered and formed the chair of LIONS CLUB, supporting philanthropic causes of the Women's Cancer League, the Lions Club Eye Hospital, the Fire Department, as well as other benefited entities.
He collaborated intellectually with the Strategic Planning of the International Forum of Free Software in Brazil and with the development of the sector.
Married for 21 years, he lives on Cotovelo beach, on the coast of Rio Grande do Norte, near the city of Natal, where he likes nature to surf and contemplate the natural beauties. A martial artist since the age of 4, he is a black belt of Shoto-Kan Karate and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt at Gracie School.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
CO-CHAIRMAN, MANAGING DIRECTOR BRAZIL - CSC CAPITAL - AUG / 2018 - to the present
CEO, E-CO² THE RENEWABLE ENERGY HUB - JAN / 2015 - to the present
CEO, E-CONSULTING MARKETING & CONSULTING COMPANY, RS, BRAZIL - MAR / 1998 - to the present
INVESTOR, OPERATOR, BM & F / B3 (BOVESPA) - 2016 - to the present
CEO, DIRECTOR OF CREATION, COMUNICARE ADVERTISING - JAN 1993 - DEC / 1997
BUSINESS, RADIO AND TV MANAGER GLOBO SYSTEM - MAR / 1989 - DEC / 1992
THOMAS A. JACOBS
Global Head, High-Tech & Electronics
Managing Director
Mr. Jacobs joined CSC Capital as the firm’s global head of high-tech and electronics within the Industry Practices Division. He brings to the firm over 25 years of diverse sales and business development experience from Fortune 100 international sales management to developing sales programs for high-tech start-up companies.
Having worked on business development projects throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia, he is particular adapt at achieving consensus in difficult multi-cultural situations where gaining the trust of individuals and forging and directing high-performance teams is paramount.
Prior to joining CSC Capital Mr. Jacobs was an independent consultant specializing in the process of building his client’s sales and marketing operations. In this role he also utilized his strengths in strategic planning, operations, and financial management.
Before establishing his own consulting practice he was the Vice President of Business Development for Aerotek Design Labs in Chicago, and prior to that he was Vice President for Sales and Business Deveolment for National Premier Protective Services a start-up where he created from ground-up a sales division.
His international and Fortune 100 experience was gained by directing North American sales for GSF, Inc. In his position as Director of North American Sales he was responsible for P&L management, branding management and new product launch. Prior to this position he was the Manager of Business Development for Webvision, Inc., and a District Sales Manager with Twinteach. Mr. Jacobs began his sales career as an Account Manager with AGFA-Gevaert Group working out of Chicago and Hong Kong.
He earned his BS in Electrical Engineering from Southern Illinois University, and his BSBM from Chicago State University. After graduating he honorably served in the U.S. Air Force for four years. In his free time he enjoys fitness, sports and the outdoors.
Mr. Jacobs and his wife volunteers for returning war veteran projects and they are animal welfare activists.
Global Head, High-Tech & Electronics
Managing Director
Mr. Jacobs joined CSC Capital as the firm’s global head of high-tech and electronics within the Industry Practices Division. He brings to the firm over 25 years of diverse sales and business development experience from Fortune 100 international sales management to developing sales programs for high-tech start-up companies.
Having worked on business development projects throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia, he is particular adapt at achieving consensus in difficult multi-cultural situations where gaining the trust of individuals and forging and directing high-performance teams is paramount.
Prior to joining CSC Capital Mr. Jacobs was an independent consultant specializing in the process of building his client’s sales and marketing operations. In this role he also utilized his strengths in strategic planning, operations, and financial management.
Before establishing his own consulting practice he was the Vice President of Business Development for Aerotek Design Labs in Chicago, and prior to that he was Vice President for Sales and Business Deveolment for National Premier Protective Services a start-up where he created from ground-up a sales division.
His international and Fortune 100 experience was gained by directing North American sales for GSF, Inc. In his position as Director of North American Sales he was responsible for P&L management, branding management and new product launch. Prior to this position he was the Manager of Business Development for Webvision, Inc., and a District Sales Manager with Twinteach. Mr. Jacobs began his sales career as an Account Manager with AGFA-Gevaert Group working out of Chicago and Hong Kong.
He earned his BS in Electrical Engineering from Southern Illinois University, and his BSBM from Chicago State University. After graduating he honorably served in the U.S. Air Force for four years. In his free time he enjoys fitness, sports and the outdoors.
Mr. Jacobs and his wife volunteers for returning war veteran projects and they are animal welfare activists.
DON BAGLIEN
Global Head, Transport & Logistics
Managing Director
Mr. Baglien joined CSC Capital as the Global Head for Transport and Logistics. He has over 20 years of progressive experience with industry leading firms. Familiar with retail, travel center, truck stop, and convenience store operations. Proven record of success in training and developing personnel, exceeding financial expectations, and developing programs that improve performance.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Umpqua Indian Development Corporation
Seven Feathers Truck & Travel Center (High Volume Fuel Retailer)
Creekside Restaurant & Deli
Ambest Truck & RV Service Center
General Manager 2000-2014. Manage operations for a 20,000 square foot travel center with 16 fuel dispensers, convenience store, 250 seat restaurant, deli, artisan room, and truck and RV service center. Annual sales Range $25-$35 million. Responsible for all sales, marketing, purchasing, product mix, restaurant, deli, shop, and small trucking company. Oversee all P&L accountabilities to Developed annual business plans, quarterly financial updates, budget templates, capital expenditures requests, and marketing plans. Managed 4 Department heads and between 75-115 employees.
· Increased sales revenues from $7mil (2000) to a high of $44mil (2007). Profitable operation. Profitable restaurant.
· National Marketing Campaigns including the Travel Channels “Top Ten Extreme Truck Stops”
· Implemented alternative fuel sources (DEF & EV Charge)
· Selected and implemented operational software(s) including design of vertical links between cash registers, inventory, and GL.
· Project manager for $15 mil new Truck & Travel Center construction
· Contractor liaison for $60 mil RV Resort, 2 Reservoirs, and Private Water System
· Designed scalable budget templates with variable entry of key metric assumptions. Regular presenter of quarterly financials to various boards.
SIVERS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
Property/Asset Manager 1998-2000. Responsible for sourcing and liquidating commercial, industrial, and retail property. Recruited tenants, developed business plans, and assisted ownership team in negotiating and maintaining various leases, construction projects, billing, and maintenance.
· Negotiated leases on behalf of ownership. Coordinated activities with tenants, counsel, and other stakeholders.
· Executed book entries to complete sale of closely held assets to an Umbrella Partnership Real Estate Investment Trust (UPREIT).
· Participated on the development and creation of a regional network of athletic clubs including ground up construction of a $12 mil club.
· Drafted and developed consensus for the execution of a variety of LLC agreements and management contracts.
· Responsible for risk management including purchasing insurance coverage for 12 entities, 11 properties, and over 300 employees.
· Improved Community Relations by working with mayor and city government to diffuse disgruntled neighbors
JUBITZ HOLDING COMPANY
Jubitz Truck & Travel Center
Jubitz Fleet Services
Pacific Pride
DAT Insurance Services
Various Director Positions 1991-1998. Multiple positions of progressive responsibility including:
· Director of Long Haul Truck Insurance Services
· Director of Accounting & Information Systems, Jubitz Fleet Services
· Pacific Pride Call Center
· Commercial Credit Manager
MANUFACTURERS HANOVER TRUST
Commercial Finance Manager 1984-1990 Responsible for new account sales/marketing, underwriting, and operations. Managed staff of 5-7. Developed relationships with over 30 independent retail dealers, factoring, unsecured credit lines, credit cards, executive auto programs and first and second mortgage real estate loans.
EDUCATION:
University of Oregon; Eugene, Oregon
Bachelor of Science Degree; 1982
Major: Finance
Minor: Management, Real Estate
Global Head, Transport & Logistics
Managing Director
Mr. Baglien joined CSC Capital as the Global Head for Transport and Logistics. He has over 20 years of progressive experience with industry leading firms. Familiar with retail, travel center, truck stop, and convenience store operations. Proven record of success in training and developing personnel, exceeding financial expectations, and developing programs that improve performance.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Umpqua Indian Development Corporation
Seven Feathers Truck & Travel Center (High Volume Fuel Retailer)
Creekside Restaurant & Deli
Ambest Truck & RV Service Center
General Manager 2000-2014. Manage operations for a 20,000 square foot travel center with 16 fuel dispensers, convenience store, 250 seat restaurant, deli, artisan room, and truck and RV service center. Annual sales Range $25-$35 million. Responsible for all sales, marketing, purchasing, product mix, restaurant, deli, shop, and small trucking company. Oversee all P&L accountabilities to Developed annual business plans, quarterly financial updates, budget templates, capital expenditures requests, and marketing plans. Managed 4 Department heads and between 75-115 employees.
· Increased sales revenues from $7mil (2000) to a high of $44mil (2007). Profitable operation. Profitable restaurant.
· National Marketing Campaigns including the Travel Channels “Top Ten Extreme Truck Stops”
· Implemented alternative fuel sources (DEF & EV Charge)
· Selected and implemented operational software(s) including design of vertical links between cash registers, inventory, and GL.
· Project manager for $15 mil new Truck & Travel Center construction
· Contractor liaison for $60 mil RV Resort, 2 Reservoirs, and Private Water System
· Designed scalable budget templates with variable entry of key metric assumptions. Regular presenter of quarterly financials to various boards.
SIVERS DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
Property/Asset Manager 1998-2000. Responsible for sourcing and liquidating commercial, industrial, and retail property. Recruited tenants, developed business plans, and assisted ownership team in negotiating and maintaining various leases, construction projects, billing, and maintenance.
· Negotiated leases on behalf of ownership. Coordinated activities with tenants, counsel, and other stakeholders.
· Executed book entries to complete sale of closely held assets to an Umbrella Partnership Real Estate Investment Trust (UPREIT).
· Participated on the development and creation of a regional network of athletic clubs including ground up construction of a $12 mil club.
· Drafted and developed consensus for the execution of a variety of LLC agreements and management contracts.
· Responsible for risk management including purchasing insurance coverage for 12 entities, 11 properties, and over 300 employees.
· Improved Community Relations by working with mayor and city government to diffuse disgruntled neighbors
JUBITZ HOLDING COMPANY
Jubitz Truck & Travel Center
Jubitz Fleet Services
Pacific Pride
DAT Insurance Services
Various Director Positions 1991-1998. Multiple positions of progressive responsibility including:
· Director of Long Haul Truck Insurance Services
· Director of Accounting & Information Systems, Jubitz Fleet Services
· Pacific Pride Call Center
· Commercial Credit Manager
MANUFACTURERS HANOVER TRUST
Commercial Finance Manager 1984-1990 Responsible for new account sales/marketing, underwriting, and operations. Managed staff of 5-7. Developed relationships with over 30 independent retail dealers, factoring, unsecured credit lines, credit cards, executive auto programs and first and second mortgage real estate loans.
EDUCATION:
University of Oregon; Eugene, Oregon
Bachelor of Science Degree; 1982
Major: Finance
Minor: Management, Real Estate
MARK B. BALLOTTI
Global Head, Industrial Goods
Managing Director
Mr. Mark B Ballotti joined CSC Capital working as the Global Head, Industrial Goods Managing Director. He has been involved in M and A on and off for over 13 years. In addition he has held positions in sales and sales management for numerous companies in a wide range of industries.
Mr. Ballotti has helped multiple companies hire and train sales teams to market their products and services. He has a wide array of industry experience including, building materials of all kinds, banking/financing, consulting, security systems, Mortgage, manufacturing, wholesale, retail, telecommunications, software and more.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Almost 40 years of sales and sales management experience.
Designing sales pitches used by thousands of other reps nationwide.
Designing telemarketing and advertising pitches.
Currently, Global Head, Industrial Goods Managing Director, CSC Capital.
The following are a few of the many sales accomplishments:
- Urban Financial Group, A Reverse Mortgage Co. - Top sales rep in the country for reverse mortgage sales. Urban Finacial Group went from 12th to 6th largest RM company in the country while he sold for them.
- Credit Card Center - An ATM company with over 2000 reps nationwide. Top sales rep in the country in 2000. In 1999 15th place but I wasn't hired that year until September!
- Utility Bill Consultants, Consulting Sales - Top sales rep in the country the whole time with the company, 8+ years, sales to major corps. As well as small businesses.
- Polar Communications, Telecommunications Co. - Won salesman of the year in 1991 and wasn't hired that year until the end of September!
EDUCATION:
1977-79', College of DuPage, Business major
PERSONAL:
Mark is also a guide quailty fly fisherman for trout on mountain lakes and has designed and tied his own flies for decades. He will have any novice catching trout with his flies in no time on mountain lakes!
Global Head, Industrial Goods
Managing Director
Mr. Mark B Ballotti joined CSC Capital working as the Global Head, Industrial Goods Managing Director. He has been involved in M and A on and off for over 13 years. In addition he has held positions in sales and sales management for numerous companies in a wide range of industries.
Mr. Ballotti has helped multiple companies hire and train sales teams to market their products and services. He has a wide array of industry experience including, building materials of all kinds, banking/financing, consulting, security systems, Mortgage, manufacturing, wholesale, retail, telecommunications, software and more.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Almost 40 years of sales and sales management experience.
Designing sales pitches used by thousands of other reps nationwide.
Designing telemarketing and advertising pitches.
Currently, Global Head, Industrial Goods Managing Director, CSC Capital.
The following are a few of the many sales accomplishments:
- Urban Financial Group, A Reverse Mortgage Co. - Top sales rep in the country for reverse mortgage sales. Urban Finacial Group went from 12th to 6th largest RM company in the country while he sold for them.
- Credit Card Center - An ATM company with over 2000 reps nationwide. Top sales rep in the country in 2000. In 1999 15th place but I wasn't hired that year until September!
- Utility Bill Consultants, Consulting Sales - Top sales rep in the country the whole time with the company, 8+ years, sales to major corps. As well as small businesses.
- Polar Communications, Telecommunications Co. - Won salesman of the year in 1991 and wasn't hired that year until the end of September!
EDUCATION:
1977-79', College of DuPage, Business major
PERSONAL:
Mark is also a guide quailty fly fisherman for trout on mountain lakes and has designed and tied his own flies for decades. He will have any novice catching trout with his flies in no time on mountain lakes!
STEVEN F. STROH
Global Co-Head, Real Estate
Managing Director
Mr. Stroh brings to CSC Capital nearly forty years of real estate experience, including operations and risk management, project and resort development, residential sales, and commercial sales and leasing. Specifically his real estate advisory background was in assisting clients in acquisitions of investment properties and land development including a Master Planned Five Diamond & Resort Community.
Additionally he is proficient in wealth management strategies, the management of buy sell contracts and private placement programs. Staying abreast of new innovations in real estate his expertise also includes the construction/structural advantages of alternative energy programs such as solar power, wind energy, and wave and maritime energy sources.
Since 2007 Mr. Stroh has been a Trustee with the European Economic Development Council (EEDC), Madrid, Spain and is widely known as an international client marketing specialist. He has previously worked with California Realty and Investment, Q Realty Mortgage, Prudential, and American Bankers Real Estate and Mortgage.
Licensed as a California Realtor since 1979, he attended Riverside Community College and the Lumbleau Real Estate School, majoring in real estate law and development. He also advises in areas of property and casualty insurance, among others, holding Series 6 and 63 licenses.
Global Co-Head, Real Estate
Managing Director
Mr. Stroh brings to CSC Capital nearly forty years of real estate experience, including operations and risk management, project and resort development, residential sales, and commercial sales and leasing. Specifically his real estate advisory background was in assisting clients in acquisitions of investment properties and land development including a Master Planned Five Diamond & Resort Community.
Additionally he is proficient in wealth management strategies, the management of buy sell contracts and private placement programs. Staying abreast of new innovations in real estate his expertise also includes the construction/structural advantages of alternative energy programs such as solar power, wind energy, and wave and maritime energy sources.
Since 2007 Mr. Stroh has been a Trustee with the European Economic Development Council (EEDC), Madrid, Spain and is widely known as an international client marketing specialist. He has previously worked with California Realty and Investment, Q Realty Mortgage, Prudential, and American Bankers Real Estate and Mortgage.
Licensed as a California Realtor since 1979, he attended Riverside Community College and the Lumbleau Real Estate School, majoring in real estate law and development. He also advises in areas of property and casualty insurance, among others, holding Series 6 and 63 licenses.
RICKY WILLIAMS
Global Head, Energy, Power & Metals
Managing Director
Mr. Williams is an accomplished energy sales professional working largely within the petroleum industry overseeing commodity fuel transactions and risk analysis and management. In these capacities he was often tasked driving the commodity sales desk to increase pipeline supply/demand projections.
His prior professional experiences before joining CSC Capital was with Mega Petroleum, LLC, Kerlin Securties and Merrill Lynch. His proven negotiating and transactional skills coupled with his secured network of assets and contacts brings the firm connections into the petro-chemical industries on a global scale. Also as a prior trader executing supply/buy-side trades for end/exit-buyers his depth of the energy markets gives him an entrepreneurial spirit that crosses functional disciplines.
Mr. Williams’ Bachelor of Art degree specializing in banking and finance is from Clark Atlanta University. Working in the capacity as an Investment Broker he once held both the Series 7 and Series 63 licenses.
His hobbies like his profession includes learning more about the characteristics of petroleum products, oil refining (particularly jet fuel), global supply and demand and hedging tools to manage underlying risk.
Global Head, Energy, Power & Metals
Managing Director
Mr. Williams is an accomplished energy sales professional working largely within the petroleum industry overseeing commodity fuel transactions and risk analysis and management. In these capacities he was often tasked driving the commodity sales desk to increase pipeline supply/demand projections.
His prior professional experiences before joining CSC Capital was with Mega Petroleum, LLC, Kerlin Securties and Merrill Lynch. His proven negotiating and transactional skills coupled with his secured network of assets and contacts brings the firm connections into the petro-chemical industries on a global scale. Also as a prior trader executing supply/buy-side trades for end/exit-buyers his depth of the energy markets gives him an entrepreneurial spirit that crosses functional disciplines.
Mr. Williams’ Bachelor of Art degree specializing in banking and finance is from Clark Atlanta University. Working in the capacity as an Investment Broker he once held both the Series 7 and Series 63 licenses.
His hobbies like his profession includes learning more about the characteristics of petroleum products, oil refining (particularly jet fuel), global supply and demand and hedging tools to manage underlying risk.
SAM JAUCHIUS
Global Head, Forest Products
Managing Director
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
CSC Capital 2010-present
Managing Director & Global Head, Forest Products
After 30 + years in the forest products and building materials industry Sam first joined the firm to assist in business development activities. Promoted to Global Head in 2013 to lead the firm’s client and business development program in Forest Products he applies his vast industry experience in industry research and locating restructuring, financing, M&A and consulting clients.
He past executive management positions of President, Vice President and General Manager allows him to understand the issues that C-Suite officer’s face and his former positions as outside and inside sales representatives the knowledge of growing contractor and retail sales. As an Operations Manager his experience in warehousing, traffic and distribution provides the full balance spectrum that CSC Capital prospects expect in his position with the firm. He has known and worked with the CEO of the firm on restructuring and turnaround projects since 2005.
Newcomer Lumber and Building Materials 2007-2009
President & COO
· Full P&L responsibility. CSC Capital conducted search and hired Sam as COO.
· Maintain accounts receivables to current.
· Budget forecasting by product group.
· Maintaining correct inventory levels to achieve maximum turns.
· Hiring and firing of employees.
· Develop new accounts.
· Maintain customer service levels.
· Increase higher margin product lines.
· Gross sales $12 million.
Central Valley Builders Supply: Locations in Woodland, Napa, Saint Helena, and American Canyon, California
V.P. Contractor Sales Central Valley Builders Supply 2005 – 2007
· Responsible for direction of entire Contractor Sales Force which included Inside Sales, Outside Sales, and Bid-Quote department.
· Provide monthly budget sales forecasts to President.
· Provide Sales Training to sales force.
· Make sales cold calls to develop potential new business.
· Make sales calls on established accounts.
· Negotiate pricing with large tract builders purchasing departments.
General Manager Woodland Facility 2003-2005
· Provide direction for a production building materials facility. Responsible for all phases of operation including but not limited to sales forecasting, full P&L responsibilities, inventory management, fleet management, mill production, door shop production, safety and OSHA.
· Assisted CSC Capital in the restructuring of the Contractor Sales Department.
· Promoted to V.P Contractor Sales in September 2005-May 2007
Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Company: Alamogordo, NM (2001-2003)
General Manager Provide direction and daily management of builder/retail oriented building materials center.
Responsibilities include maintaining, training, scheduling 33 employees. Projecting, budgeting, and meeting sales goals. Responsible for all phases of fleet management, A/R, A/P, inventory levels, pricing, ROI, Increased Gross Margin by 2 percent.
Pacific Lumber: Hillsboro, OR (2000-2001)
Operations Manager
Recruited from Parr Lumber to provide daily direction of high volume, contractor customer based building materials facility. Managed operations involving 8 delivery trucks, 8 forklifts, dispatch delivery systems and all phases of inventory levels. Responsible for the coordination of the relocation of facility from a four acre facility to a new concrete tilt up 10 acre facility.
Parr Lumber: Portland, OR (1977-2000)
General Manager – (7 ½ years)
Provide direction and daily management for stores generating up to $13 ½ million in annual revenues. Full P&L responsibility, development of budgets and sales forecasts. Monitor and maintain labor costs.
Maintain inventory levels and purchase all products and supplies. Develop and manage key relationships with vendors and customers. Oversee full range of management responsibilities. Monitor fleet expenses and maintenance of delivery vehicles.
Direct all personnel operations including recruitment, training, evaluation, disciplinary actions and pay administration for up to 30 employees. Delegate duties to staff.
Accomplishments:
. Board of Directors for 2 years Marion-Polk Building Industry Association.
· Dale Carnegie Management Training
· TJI Training Seminar
· Building Leaders, Inc. Management Boot Camp Boot Camp
· Building Leaders Inc. Sales Training
· CSC Inc. Management Accounting Training.
· Opened 9 acre, 12,000 S/F covered building, lumber yard, building material facility in new market demographic. Recruited and developed employee staffing with minimal turn over. Literally developed business from ground up. Developed sales to $13 ½ million annually by third year.
Assistant Store Manager – (3 years) Trained in the duties and responsibilities of the Store Manager Position.
Outside Sales Representative – (5 Years)
Developed new business accounts and managed existing accounts in the Portland Metropolitan Area. Conducted cold calls that led to relationships with contractors. Serviced up to 250 clients. Developed quotes and confirmed orders.
Inside Sales – (1 year) Sold building materials and supplies. Developed ongoing customer relationships, enhancing future sales. Developed price quotes. Handled cash transactions.
Global Head, Forest Products
Managing Director
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
CSC Capital 2010-present
Managing Director & Global Head, Forest Products
After 30 + years in the forest products and building materials industry Sam first joined the firm to assist in business development activities. Promoted to Global Head in 2013 to lead the firm’s client and business development program in Forest Products he applies his vast industry experience in industry research and locating restructuring, financing, M&A and consulting clients.
He past executive management positions of President, Vice President and General Manager allows him to understand the issues that C-Suite officer’s face and his former positions as outside and inside sales representatives the knowledge of growing contractor and retail sales. As an Operations Manager his experience in warehousing, traffic and distribution provides the full balance spectrum that CSC Capital prospects expect in his position with the firm. He has known and worked with the CEO of the firm on restructuring and turnaround projects since 2005.
Newcomer Lumber and Building Materials 2007-2009
President & COO
· Full P&L responsibility. CSC Capital conducted search and hired Sam as COO.
· Maintain accounts receivables to current.
· Budget forecasting by product group.
· Maintaining correct inventory levels to achieve maximum turns.
· Hiring and firing of employees.
· Develop new accounts.
· Maintain customer service levels.
· Increase higher margin product lines.
· Gross sales $12 million.
Central Valley Builders Supply: Locations in Woodland, Napa, Saint Helena, and American Canyon, California
V.P. Contractor Sales Central Valley Builders Supply 2005 – 2007
· Responsible for direction of entire Contractor Sales Force which included Inside Sales, Outside Sales, and Bid-Quote department.
· Provide monthly budget sales forecasts to President.
· Provide Sales Training to sales force.
· Make sales cold calls to develop potential new business.
· Make sales calls on established accounts.
· Negotiate pricing with large tract builders purchasing departments.
General Manager Woodland Facility 2003-2005
· Provide direction for a production building materials facility. Responsible for all phases of operation including but not limited to sales forecasting, full P&L responsibilities, inventory management, fleet management, mill production, door shop production, safety and OSHA.
· Assisted CSC Capital in the restructuring of the Contractor Sales Department.
· Promoted to V.P Contractor Sales in September 2005-May 2007
Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Company: Alamogordo, NM (2001-2003)
General Manager Provide direction and daily management of builder/retail oriented building materials center.
Responsibilities include maintaining, training, scheduling 33 employees. Projecting, budgeting, and meeting sales goals. Responsible for all phases of fleet management, A/R, A/P, inventory levels, pricing, ROI, Increased Gross Margin by 2 percent.
Pacific Lumber: Hillsboro, OR (2000-2001)
Operations Manager
Recruited from Parr Lumber to provide daily direction of high volume, contractor customer based building materials facility. Managed operations involving 8 delivery trucks, 8 forklifts, dispatch delivery systems and all phases of inventory levels. Responsible for the coordination of the relocation of facility from a four acre facility to a new concrete tilt up 10 acre facility.
Parr Lumber: Portland, OR (1977-2000)
General Manager – (7 ½ years)
Provide direction and daily management for stores generating up to $13 ½ million in annual revenues. Full P&L responsibility, development of budgets and sales forecasts. Monitor and maintain labor costs.
Maintain inventory levels and purchase all products and supplies. Develop and manage key relationships with vendors and customers. Oversee full range of management responsibilities. Monitor fleet expenses and maintenance of delivery vehicles.
Direct all personnel operations including recruitment, training, evaluation, disciplinary actions and pay administration for up to 30 employees. Delegate duties to staff.
Accomplishments:
. Board of Directors for 2 years Marion-Polk Building Industry Association.
· Dale Carnegie Management Training
· TJI Training Seminar
· Building Leaders, Inc. Management Boot Camp Boot Camp
· Building Leaders Inc. Sales Training
· CSC Inc. Management Accounting Training.
· Opened 9 acre, 12,000 S/F covered building, lumber yard, building material facility in new market demographic. Recruited and developed employee staffing with minimal turn over. Literally developed business from ground up. Developed sales to $13 ½ million annually by third year.
Assistant Store Manager – (3 years) Trained in the duties and responsibilities of the Store Manager Position.
Outside Sales Representative – (5 Years)
Developed new business accounts and managed existing accounts in the Portland Metropolitan Area. Conducted cold calls that led to relationships with contractors. Serviced up to 250 clients. Developed quotes and confirmed orders.
Inside Sales – (1 year) Sold building materials and supplies. Developed ongoing customer relationships, enhancing future sales. Developed price quotes. Handled cash transactions.
PABLO MALACARA
Head of Distressed Business Workouts
Managing Director
Mr. Malacara manages CSC Capital's Distress Business Workouts where he brings to the customer Results based on
due diligence, deal structuring & negotiations; growth management & business development; crisis & change management; team building & leadership; executive advisory & decision support.
Mr Malacara has a proven ability identifying, understanding and managing away from risks, creating achievable business plans, communicating with key external and internal constituents and implementing platforms for long-term corporate health and success and deal with all cases related to legal inquiries and issues.
Prior to CSC Capital, he spent over 25 years as Chief Financial Officer of different companies in the Public and Private sector, such as Monsanto, Wrigley, SAS and Trimble Navigation.
Mr. Malacara was instrumental in developing and growing Diverse Industry and Situational Experiences. His experience in Public and private, small and Fortune / Forbes 500, start-up, rapid growth challenges, turnaround, acquisition integration, receivership and Bankruptcy law knowledge has allowed him to implement systems, procedures and deliver results for the well-being of corporations he has been involved with.
Mr Malacara has vast experience in agricultural, manufacturing, software, services. With his excellent technical skills, analytical experience, and knowledge in other areas such as financial modeling, data management, project management, writing, presentation, negotiation, data mining, predictive analytics, financial operations, controllership functions; reporting of financial information, communication skills, he brings to companies a fresh hands on approach to bring quick results and make proper and difficult decisions to turn companies around quickly.
He started his Finance career with Monsanto Corporation in 1986 and since that day has been developing an Operational career.
Mr. Malacara holds a BA degree in Finance and marketing from ITAM in Mexico City, a BBA from Stanford University in San Francisco and an MBA degree in Finance, Management and Latin American Studies from the University of Los Angeles.
He is married and is the proud father of six children. He is a committed rugby player and is focused in his family and work.
Head of Distressed Business Workouts
Managing Director
Mr. Malacara manages CSC Capital's Distress Business Workouts where he brings to the customer Results based on
due diligence, deal structuring & negotiations; growth management & business development; crisis & change management; team building & leadership; executive advisory & decision support.
Mr Malacara has a proven ability identifying, understanding and managing away from risks, creating achievable business plans, communicating with key external and internal constituents and implementing platforms for long-term corporate health and success and deal with all cases related to legal inquiries and issues.
Prior to CSC Capital, he spent over 25 years as Chief Financial Officer of different companies in the Public and Private sector, such as Monsanto, Wrigley, SAS and Trimble Navigation.
Mr. Malacara was instrumental in developing and growing Diverse Industry and Situational Experiences. His experience in Public and private, small and Fortune / Forbes 500, start-up, rapid growth challenges, turnaround, acquisition integration, receivership and Bankruptcy law knowledge has allowed him to implement systems, procedures and deliver results for the well-being of corporations he has been involved with.
Mr Malacara has vast experience in agricultural, manufacturing, software, services. With his excellent technical skills, analytical experience, and knowledge in other areas such as financial modeling, data management, project management, writing, presentation, negotiation, data mining, predictive analytics, financial operations, controllership functions; reporting of financial information, communication skills, he brings to companies a fresh hands on approach to bring quick results and make proper and difficult decisions to turn companies around quickly.
He started his Finance career with Monsanto Corporation in 1986 and since that day has been developing an Operational career.
Mr. Malacara holds a BA degree in Finance and marketing from ITAM in Mexico City, a BBA from Stanford University in San Francisco and an MBA degree in Finance, Management and Latin American Studies from the University of Los Angeles.
He is married and is the proud father of six children. He is a committed rugby player and is focused in his family and work.