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COVER LETTER
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Are your clients looking for a resourceful, analytical problem solver who knows how to get things done?
My credentials include three Stanford degrees and a four-year tenure as Director of Strategy and Chief Information Officer in one of the world’s most unique enterprises. As a member of the senior management team, I
* Tackled many unusual business and logistical
challenges in completing million dollar deals.
* Put in place a $2M transcontinental technology
infrastructure in less than 12 months, and managed
a portfolio of technology initiatives that improved
customer service and marketing leverage.
* Authored a development proposal that secured
$16M in state bond funding; the proposal included
a highly detailed financial model and assessment of
the commercial viability for the new technology.
In addition to my successful experience in this entrepreneurial venture, I have a rigorous technical background in Physics, Engineering, and Economics with extensive Finance and MBA coursework.
My background would fit particularly well with an innovative technology firm or a venture fund that collaboratively partners with its entrepreneurs. However, I would be open to any challenge. I'd be happy to answer any questions you have. Thank you.
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RESUME SUMMARY
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VERSATILE EXECUTIVE OF UNIQUE, HIGH GROWTH, AWARD WINNING startup on the cutting edge of adventure experiences and high-end travel Seeking to leverage documented entrepreneurial success, strong analytical acumen, and broad operations exposure to secure pre-MBA position.
EXCELS AT IDENTIFYING AND CAPITALIZING ON NEW OPPORTUNITIES ahead of the curve, with hands-on experience analyzing companies, products, and ideas and correctly predicting their relative worth, growth potential, and market/business impact. Exceptional at leveraging technology to drive revenue and efficiency through big picture approach. Dynamic, innovative, and driven.
EXPERT KNOWLEDGE IN SYSTEMS ENGINEERING, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, and business strategy reinforced by strong network of high level contacts, political experience, and communications skill. Talented at translating intuitive understanding of technology into practical implications.
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EDUCATION
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STANFORD UNIVERSITY - Stanford, CA
MS Aeronautical and Astronautical
Engineering, 2001
BS Physics, 2000
BA Economics, 2000
COURSEWORK HIGHLIGHTS:
Entrepreneurial Venture Strategy (GSB);
Global Marketing (MS&E);
Philosophy (OXFORD);
Finance & Banking;
Human Centered Design (ENG);
Chinese, French.
INTERNSHIPS:
Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Systems
Technical Intern
(GA; 06/99 - 09/99)
NASA sponsored Gravity Probe satellite
Research Assistant
(CA; 09/97 - 09/98)
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EXPERIENCE
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FAMOUS COMPANY - Arlington, VA
Widely publicized company doing pioneering work.
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
01/03 - Present
DIRECTOR OF STRATEGY AND INFORMATION
09/01 - 01/03
MARKETING CONSULTANT (part-time)
09/00 - 09/01
ROCKET SCIENTIST (intern)
06/00 - 09/00
Advanced through series of rapid promotions to current role as CIO of this award winning company. Charged with leading all IT functions in international locations. Provided overall strategic planning, management, and business development as member of senior executive team.
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SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS
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BUSINESS PLAN CREATION - Wrote company business plan and five year strategic plan that was used to successfully raise $1.8M in early financing. Pitched venture capital firms with CEO.
CORPORATE POSITIONING - Translated goals into tactics, created operating budgets, and refocused workforce on revenue generating program offerings. Transformed lackluster website into an online presence generating 5000+ monthly hits which comprise leads for 20% of all revenues.
OPPORTUNITY IDENTIFICATION / DUE DILIGENCE - Identified alliance opportunities through industry / business research of 40 manufacturers. Recommended and set the stage for strategic deal with new partner that has generated $10M in reservations to date.
M&A STRATEGY - Determined valuation, projected profitability, and analyzed synergy potential of proposed acquisition of lead competitor, resulting in current early stage negotiations.
FINANCIAL MODELING - Assumed leadership of stalled grant proposal, handled background financial analysis and draft preparation, organized review retreat, and edited final copy. Won $16M project grant against ten competing vendors to design and develop new business location for a western state.
TECHNOLOGY INITIATIVES - Spearheaded IT improvements that supported growth, enhanced efficiencies, and increased customer satisfaction. Deployed Siebel CRM system to eliminate redundancy, improve availability, and shorten reporting cycle. Integrated with web portal.
REVENUE GROWTH - Equipped operations with state-of-the-art solutions, web-enabled sales, and introduced innovative ways of capturing data. Efforts were instrumental in driving 10x revenue growth during company’s first three years. Simultaneously delivered 40% reduction in overhead while escalating service levels through vendor consolidations and renegotiations.
MULTIMEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS - Implemented secure, fault tolerant communications platform with integrated messaging, telephony, digital media, and file access. Drove down lead time for government clearances, fortified IP & asset security, and created unparalleled marketing leverage.
CONFLICT NEGOTIATION - Personally requested by CEO to resolve "deal-breaker" insurance issue. Averted the threatened loss of $20M in business through negotiations with Lloyd’s of London.
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