Founder and CEO who led Nokia's $1.4B acquisition of Motorola networks business, spearheaded AT&T's $41B all-cash sale to Cingular, and pioneered VUI's breakthrough AI platform.
View on LinkedInI am a C-level executive and founder with a track record in business leadership, corporate finance, leading M&A transactions, and guiding the restructuring of high-tech operations across global markets. I have deep expertise in the integration of acquired companies, as evidenced by numerous seamless transactions while at Nokia. As a strategic business and financial advisor, I championed capital allocation strategies and spearheaded significant equity and debt raises in secondary markets, including $22M+ in venture capital for AirSense Wireless and VUI.
My career started in advisory as a founding team member of a venture-backed high-tech strategic advisory boutique that went public. I then led strategic M&A initiatives for AT&T, playing a pivotal role in spearheading a $41B all-cash sale to Cingular. At Nokia, as Senior VP of Finance and Corporate Development, I led the acquisition of Motorola's networks business, negotiating and closing the $1.4B deal over 18 months, and divested 13 non-core businesses from Siemens valued at $1B+. I completed over 20 acquisitions for Nokia valued in excess of $3B. Post Nokia, I served as CEO of AirSense Wireless, tripling revenue and selling to a strategic acquirer. At Apollo Global Management, I provided strategic and operational advisory on high-profile acquisitions. As CEO and Founder of VUI, I drove the development of patented AI technology transforming how consumers interact with online shopping platforms, secured multiple rounds of venture funding, and guided VUI to a strategic acquisition.
I love building high-performing teams and utilizing my experience to help businesses in this arena. Additionally, I am passionate about guiding companies with the M&A process and helping them integrate teams for sustainable growth. My experience with Apollo Global Management gives me a unique perspective to offer Techquity clients looking to PE as a resource.
