Business:

Senior executive with over 25 years of experience in business strategy, marketing and commercializing innovation at Fortune 500 institutions including GE, FedEx, Toyota and Citizens Bank. Deep expertise in the application of AI in financial services. Built four startups at GE R&D with $10M Investment creating over $100M shareholder value. Built and launched GE’s AI & Robotics strategy securing $100M corporate investment. Co-founded an AI-powered working capital optimization platform, SimpliCapital, in 2021.

Industry:

COO of SimpliCapital since 2021 leading working capital improvements across the stone industry.

Deep understanding of cash flow challenges in capital-intensive industries.

Business:

Senior executive leader with 30 years of experience in strategic consulting, new venture startups, and B2B sales and marketing. A recognized thought leader in the home improvement industry, with a diverse background spanning education, consumer products, and B2B services. Proven track record of driving innovation, business growth, and market leadership. Started venture-backed e-textbook company and raised $14M. Started and grew water conservation plumbing business to $15M before selling. MBA in entrepreneurship with 5 years management consulting focused on process design and M&A.

Industry:

5 Years running Laser Products, doubling the business in 4 years.

4 Years running the Rockheads Group, acquiring deep industry understanding.

Past President of the National Stone Foundation with extensive connections in ISFA, NSI, Stone World & TISE.