Sep 2018 – Present · 7 yrs 6 mos

• As CEO, I lead the vision, strategy, and execution of the company - driving innovation, growth, and operational excellence across all business units, products, and services. Partnering with a world-class leadership team, I have transformed the company through various organizational iterations, leading FTE growth of 10X while scaling operations and maintaining a strong, mission-driven culture.
• Under my leadership, the company has experienced exceptional growth in both revenue and EBITDA. Through strategic execution, operational efficiency, and market expansion, we have significantly enhanced enterprise value and delivered world-class investor returns.
• I focus on scaling businesses, optimizing performance, and unlocking new market opportunities. I champion a high-performance, people-first culture that empowers teams, fosters innovation, and ensures we stay ahead of industry trends - all while delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• I have successfully led the company through transformational milestones, including digital transformation, AI integration, strategic M&A, and private equity-backed growth. Through it all, I’ve ensured that culture remains our greatest asset, attracting top-tier talent and enabling long-term success.

Oct 2017 – Aug 2018 · 10 mos

• Executive responsible for day-to-day operations and oversight of NinjaTrader Group's technology and financial services subsidiaries, including direct functional responsibility for Inside Sales, Business Development, Customer Service, Trading Operations, Finance/Accounting, Human Resources, Legal, and Corporate Development. I work with a talented team of professionals to ensure we’re achieving business objectives while exceeding the expectations of our customers, employees, vendors, and other stakeholders.

Jun 2014 – Sep 2017 · 3 yrs 3 mos

• Executive responsible for all aspects of finance, accounting, human resources, and legal functions for an innovative financial services company focusing on electronic trading software and infrastructure, brokerage services, and trading education. I am responsible for all FP&A, business analysis, corporate development, reporting of financial and operating metrics, tax, and audit. I am the financial champion of all company initiatives, and ensure the company stays focused on efficiency, growth, profitability and return on investments.
• This role is the direct result of a successful exit event for Mirus Futures

Jul 2010 – May 2014 · 3 yrs 10 mos

• Core responsibilities include management of the Finance, Accounting Legal, and HR - including all FP&A, corporate development, audit, and tax. I provide business intelligence to support strategic decision making and corporate development initiatives.

Jan 2010 – Jul 2010 · 6 mos

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, accounting, sales support, and procurement for 7ticks business unit of Interactive Data (NYSE: IDC). Manage financial and systems integration post acquisition from privately held LLC to public company. Develop best practices and processes between both firms and develop and execute the plan for integration. Integrate various systems and processes to be adhere to corporate internal controls policy and ensure SOX compliance. This position was a consultancy that was created after the sale of 7ticks to Interactive Data Corporation.

Jan 2009 – Jul 2010 · 1 yr 6 mos

• Oversee Finance and Accounting function for 7Ticks, Mirus Futures, and ZenFire - providers of low latency managed services, software, and brokerage services to active futures traders. As the senior Finance employee, I am responsible for all aspects of the Finance function, to include day-to-day accounting and close processes, financial systems, planning, reporting, financial modeling, business analysis, audit and management of the accounting team. Additional responsibilities include monthly financial review and helping prepare the financials for the managing partners to share with the Board of Directors.