Work History

  • As Chief Executive Officer of Ecotrak Facility Management Software, a trusted platform serving multi-site businesses, over four years of leadership have been dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency through innovative technology solutions. With expertise in strategic partnerships and go-to-market strategies, the team has supported clients like Flynn Group, Burger King and Dutch Bros in streamlining asset and facilities management.

    Ecotrak empowers organizations with actionable insights to optimize decision-making and reduce costs. Through collaboration, the company continues to simplify facilities management while enabling substantial savings for its clients. The mission remains to deliver scalable, user-centric solutions that align with business needs across industries. ecotrak.com

  • As an active Board Member at Dishout, I contribute strategic guidance and financial insight to support the company’s growth and long-term vision. I partner closely with leadership on key initiatives, offering perspective on operational strategy, capital planning, and organizational scale. My involvement focuses on helping the team navigate growth opportunities, strengthen financial discipline, and build a foundation for sustained success.

  • As CFO of Mesko Restaurant Group, a franchisee of Rock & Brews, I led the company’s financial strategy during a period of rapid expansion. I oversaw all debt and equity funding initiatives, securing the capital required to support growth while maintaining a disciplined financial structure. Under my leadership, the organization successfully opened six new units, with robust financial planning, forecasting, and capital deployment processes ensuring each location launched on a strong operational and fiscal foundation.

  • As VP of Finance and Controller at Lazy Dog Restaurants, I oversaw the full financial infrastructure for a rapidly growing, multi-entity organization. I led the consolidation and reporting of numerous legal entities, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance across a complex corporate structure. My role extended deeply into operational finance, where I partnered closely with operations leadership to drive performance insights, streamline processes, and support data-driven decision-making across the business. I also played a key role in securing both debt financing and a significant equity investment from Brentwood Associates, strengthening the company’s capital structure and enabling continued strategic expansion.

Education

  • I completed the Applied Agentic AI for Organizational Transformation program through MIT Professional Education, gaining hands-on experience with emerging AI technologies and their strategic applications within modern organizations. The program emphasized practical frameworks for deploying agentic AI systems, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving innovation across business functions. This certification strengthened my ability to evaluate AI opportunities, guide responsible implementation, and lead transformative initiatives that position organizations for long-term, technology-driven success.

  • I earned my MBA from California State University, where I specialized in International Marketing and Data Analytics. My graduate work focused on understanding global market dynamics, leveraging data-driven insights, and developing strategies that support growth across diverse business environments. This combination of analytical rigor and international perspective strengthened my ability to transform complex information into actionable strategies, a foundation that continues to influence my leadership and decision-making today.

  • I earned my BA in Finance from California State University, Long Beach, where I built a strong foundation in financial management, capital markets, and analytical decision-making. My coursework and projects emphasized practical financial modeling, strategic planning, and understanding the economic drivers behind business performance. This early grounding in finance shaped my career trajectory and continues to inform my approach to leadership, investment strategy, and organizational growth.

  • I studied International Business at the Universidad de Granada in Spain, gaining firsthand exposure to global commerce, cross-cultural management, and European business practices. Immersed in an international academic environment, I developed a deeper understanding of global markets and strengthened my ability to navigate diverse business cultures. This experience broadened my perspective and continues to influence the way I approach strategy, leadership, and collaboration in a global context.