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Dpen 2008 Resumes
Dpen 2008 Resumes
2006 2007
Charlottesville, VA
Orange, CA
2002 -2004
1997 - 2002
2001-2004
Edgeview Partners
Charlotte, NC
First Analyst at middle market M&A boutique formed by former officers of Bowles Hollowell Conner.
Present Edgeview qualifications and recommendations to win sale mandates; perform financial and
valuation analyses; conduct extensive client due diligence; draft marketing materials and investment
memoranda; support management in investor presentations; participate in negotiations and closings.
Executed six private equity divestitures and corporate sales in defense; distribution; foodservice;
industrial materials; plastic packaging; and retail industries. Valuations from $30MM-$150MM.
2000-2001
OTHER INTERESTS
NAUI Advanced SCUBA Diver and marine photographer; counselor/mentor for Davidson
Economics majors; Red Cross platelet/blood donor; fourth-generation Chicago Cubs fan.
PERSONAL
NICHOLAS G. CHIARELLO
120 Ivy Drive, Apt. #8 Charlottesville, VA 22903 908-419-9685 ChiarelloN08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Member of the Finance Club, Private Equity Network, and Real Estate Club
Leonard N. Stern School of Business
New York University
Bachelor of Science, Finance and International Business, May 2000
Deans List
Member of the Finance and International Business Clubs
EXPERIENCE
2000-2005
Charlottesville, VA
New York, NY
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/INTERESTS
Significant Trepp and Argus experience
Enjoy hiking; climbed Lions Head, Cape Town, South Africa
SUNG CHO
52D Barclay Place Court Charlottesville, VA 22901 434-466-2350 ChoS08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May, 2008
Member of Finance Club and Darden Capital Management.
GMAT: 700.
Charlottesville, VA
1998-2004
PERSONAL
SUMEET CHOPRA
111 Harvest Drive Charlottesville, VA 22903 201-696-5948 ChopraS08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, 2008
Member of Finance Club, Darden Private Equity Network
Charlottesville, VA
2002-2003
2000-2002
Teaneck, NJ
INTERESTS
JONATHAN CHOU
261 Colonnade Drive, Apt. #31 Charlottesville, VA 22903 917-579-4877 ChouJ08@Darden.Virginia.Edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Member: Darden Capital Management, Darden Private Equity Network, and Finance Club
Mentor: Darden Undergraduate Mentor Program
GMAT: 700
McIntire School of Commerce
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Science in Commerce, May 2002
Concentrations in Finance & Marketing, Minor in Spanish
Varsity Men's Tennis: Co-Captain, recipient of Norton Pritchett Memorial and ACC Top VI Awards
Member: Student Athlete Mentor Program, McIntire Young Alumni Council
EXPERIENCE
2004-2006
2002-2004
PERSONAL
NELSON V. ERICKSON
Hamilton, NY
EXPERIENCE
2002-2006
2004-2006
2003-2004
2002-2003
2001-2002
AWARDS
Secretary of Defense Medal for Exceptional Public Service, November 2004-March 2006
Office of the Secretary of Defense Award for Excellence, October 2005
Office of the Secretary of Defense Award for Outstanding Achievement, July 2002-January 2003
PERSONAL
JANICE L. FALZON
1796 Sugar Maple Ct. Charlottesville, VA 22903 248-794-3039 falzonj08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Consulting Club, General Management Club, National Association of Women MBAs, Outdoor Club
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
Bachelor of Science in Industrial & Operations Engineering, December 1999
Honors: Dean's List 1998, 1999
Society of Women Engineers, Institute of Industrial Engineers, Society of Professional Engineers
EXPERIENCE
2002-2006
2004-2006
2002-2004
Quality Engineer
Facilitated product quality of six components through root cause analysis of product defects,
collaboration of solutions with global manufacturing facilities, and presentation of individualized
weekly reports to US and Asian customers resulting in 50% reduction of reported defects.
Coordinated process to contain defective product and executed 20% cost savings through outsourcing
defect containment.
2000-2002
ArvinMeritor Inc.
Troy, MI
Premier tier one automotive supplier comprised of 31K employees and $8B annual sales.
Quality Engineer
Championed three cross-functional project teams of five focusing on product quality and design
resulting in savings of $150K through execution of advanced statistical problem solving tools and
presentation of recommended solutions to suppliers, customers, and internal management.
2001-2002
2000-2001
ADDITIONAL
Six Sigma Black Belt (Advanced Statistical Problem Solving Certification) - 2002
Shainin Journeyman (Advanced Statistical Problem Solving Certification) - 2004
Lead Quality Systems Auditor - 2000
Toastmaster's International, Treasurer - 2005-2006
Interests Include: Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Snowboarding
JENARO CARDONA-FOX
202 Douglas Ave. Apt 2B Charlottesville, VA 22902 917 239 3888 cardona-foxj08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration May 2008
Active member of Darden Private Equity Network
Selected for Consortium for Graduate Study and Management Fellowship
Selected Treasurer of Darden Triathlon Club
Charlottesville
Princeton University
Princeton
A.B. Comparative Literature, June 2000
Granted Class of 1939, Princeton-in-Asia, and Princeton-in-France Fellowships
Captained varsity wrestling, played club lacrosse, and coached Princeton Day School lacrosse
EXPERIENCE
2000-2006 AIG, Inc.
New York
Task Force Member Enterprise Risk Management, Headquarter Office (2005-2006)
Nominated by AIGs Chief Internal Control Officer to be on the three-member team that developed
and coordinated AIGs 2005 corporate Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program
Managed team of three Ernst & Young consultants in implementation of SOX plan
Consolidated and analyzed AIGs 2005 $850B balance sheet and $10.5B income statement to ensure
SOX coverage compliance
Presented results of AIGs 2005 SOX coverage to lead PWC partner in preparation for AIGs 10(k)
filing
AIG, Consumer Finance Group, Inc.
Manager Risk Analysis, Headquarter Office (2004-2005)
Managed implementation of Consumer Finance Groups new governance, risk management, and
compliance strategy
Led development and implementation of $500M audit automation software and $300M audit-based
talent development program
Supported Director of Internal Risk Management in development of annual audit plans, monitoring
of plans, and review and remediation of audit findings
Project Coordinator Finance, Europe and Latin America Office (2002-2004)
Prepared and presented acquisition and start-up proposals for senior management review
Coordinated on-site due diligence of one of the largest Mexican mortgage companies
Performed due diligence analysis to support financial modeling and valuation
Worked with regional CFO to develop a range of business strategies for AIGs Poland and Argentina
finance companies
Management Associate Credit & Marketing, Thailand Office (2000-2002)
Bangkok
Supported the launch of a new credit card in the Thai market. Coordinated and wrote master product
and procedures manual, performed market research, developed advertising campaign and
coordinated cross-selling effort with AIG-owned insurance company
Completed a one-year competitive fellowship sponsored by Princeton-in-Asia. Duties included
reporting on distressed debt accounts, developing and implementing a new loan approval system,
and developing a new loan product
1999
Training: AIG sponsored course work in financial statement analysis, accounting, credit and audit
Languages: Fluent in Spanish and French
Athletics: Active triathlete and marathon runner
Service: Junior board member of the Repertorio Espaol; active cancer research fundraiser
GEORGE GAO
2645 Hydraulic Rd. Apt. A Charlottesville, VA 22901 434-825-7201 GaoG08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008.
Member of Finance Club, Darden Capital Management and Private Equity Club.
One of 11 participants in Darden Stock Pitch Competition.
Penn State University
Master of System Engineering, July 2004
Graduated top 10% of class.
Completed degree while working full-time at Lockheed and Boeing.
University of Illinois
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Dec 2000
Founder, President of Lambda Phi Epsilon Fraternity.
EXPERIENCE
2004-2006
Great Valley, PA
Urbana, IL
2001-2004
Boeing Company
Ridley Park, PA
Integration Engineer
Analyzed and developed night vision sensors; successfully implemented Comanche $35M pilot
display system in coordination with U.S. Army and subcontractor engineers.
Designed software algorithm to improve helicopter pilot video imaging quality, resulting in 50%
saving in engineering hours.
Led the technical due-diligence of $3M test equipment procurement; managed the purchase,
installation, and service support for the testing program.
Received Certificate of Recognition for outstanding effort and leadership in completion of Comanche
test flight.
2000-2001
Philadelphia, PA
PERSONAL
VAIBHAV GUPTA
146 Ivy drive, Apt # 8 Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 434 466 2346 GuptaV08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Active in Darden Private Equity Network club and Finance club
GMAT: 730
Charlottesville, VA
2001
PERSONAL
Trilogy
Bangalore, INDIA
One of the largest privately owned Enterprise Technology Solutions firm serving Global 1000 companies
Program Manager (2004-2006)
Leadership
Led product delivery and client relationship on a $2MM customer account
Ranked consistently among Top 10% of consultant pool
Trained clients on Trilogy technologies through lectures and presentations, and was recognized as
The most energetic and inspiring trainer; Trainees achieved 100% qualification rate
Led India office Pre-Sales initiatives of Trilogy Configuration Business Unit (TCBU)
Strategic Analysis/Business Development
Developed a strategic plan to counter the marketing and product innovation challenges facing TCBU
and presented recommendations to the Executive team. A significant portion of the plan was
approved and is under implementation
Evaluated the proposed acquisition of Versata (a maker of business rule development software) for
potential operations and product synergies
Evaluated the market opportunity for licensing of Trilogys IP and its strategic competitive
implications. Provided support, from a technical viewpoint, through the negotiation process
Project & People Management
Managed a team of six consultants tasked with process improvement efforts. This involved all
aspects of project planning including resource allocation, cost accounting and prioritization of work.
The project improved clients lead time by 33% which in turn increased Trilogys margin by 10%
Mentored under-performing consultants as career advisor and oversaw their development into
successful consultants by devising individual development action plans
Consultant (2002-2004)
Led a team of three junior consultants to deliver on clients High End Server product offering;
released a Zero Bug product, enabling client to launch a critical product on time in the market
which in turn helped Trilogy retain a highly profitable account (Gross Annual Profit: $7MM)
Recognized as the premier consultant, on Trilogys anchor product SB Wizard (Annual Revenue:
$10MM), whilst working with enterprises like IBM, Sun Microsystems, Lucent, SGI and NCR
Awarded Trilogy Recruiting Star for leading recruitment efforts in IIT campuses across India;
responsibilities included conducting briefings and interviews, and selecting candidates
Institute National de Recherche Infomatique et Automatique
Sophia Antipolis, FRANCE
Research Assistant, Summer Intern
Developed algorithm to speed up comparison calculation between geometric curves; programmed
proof of concept and established a 10x improvement in calculation time over nave approach
SUSHANT HEGDE
2400 Arlington Blvd #1 Charlottesville, VA 22903 434-825-8602 Hegde08@darden.virgina.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration May 2008
Member - Finance Club and Darden Private Equity Network
GMAT Score: 710 (Q: 95% percentile)
Charlottesville, VA
Indore, India
1999-2001
1997-1999
Charlottesville, VA
2003-2004
2001-2003
PERSONAL
Interests include French, reading, piano, astronomy, squash, tennis and golf.
Lexington, VA
Fall 2000
PERSONAL
Registered representative with NASD, NYSE, and SEC (Series 7, 63, 86, and 87)
Candidate for CFA Level 1
Basic proficiency in Spanish language
Member: Ledson Wine Club (Sonoma Valley, CA)
NEIL KANSARI
262 Colonnade Dr., Apt.8 Charlottesville, VA 22903 203-940-0183 KansariN08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Darden Capital Management, Darden Finance Club, Darden Private Equity Network
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
M.S., Electrical Engineering, May 2002
University of Mumbai (Bombay)
Mumbai, India
B.E., Electronics Engineering, Dec 1996
EXPERIENCE
2002-2006
1999-2002
1997-1999
1996-1997
Mahajan & Aibara - Accountants & Management Consultants; Shah Gupta & Co.
Chartered Accountants, Mumbai
India
Trainee
Performed audit review of manufacturing plant expansion project (approx $10 M) of a PFY
manufacturer on behalf of ICICI, a leading long-term lending and financial institution.
Conducted financial audit at a major steel producer ($ 500 MM).
DOYOON KIM
2004 Calvary Circle #204 Charlottesville, VA 22911 213-804-8202 KimD08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Member of Finance and Health Care Club
GMAT : 720
Yonsei University
Master of Science in Biotechnology, February 2003
GPA : 4.0/4.0
Merit-based scholarship recipient for two years
Charlottesville, VA
Seoul, Korea
Yonsei University
Seoul, Korea
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology and Minor in Computer Science, February 2001
Ranked #1 of 87 (99.5 per centile nationwide) in Admission Exam, with one year Full-Scholarship
Merit-based scholarship recipient for two terms
EXPERIENCE
2005-2006
2001-2005
Yaeyin Ltd.
Seoul, Korea
International Garment Trading Company with $69 M in annual revenue
Manager, Overseas Trade Office
Negotiated $ 12 M trading contracts with eight buyers from U.S, and Czech Republic
Managed supply chain operation of garment factory with 320 employees in Hochimin, Vietnam
Equis Pharmaceutical, Inc.
Seoul, Korea/Los Angeles, CA
Assistant Manager, Strategic Planning Team (2005)
Evaluated market potential of new anti-cancer therapy in negotiation to establish an international
branch in the U.S. Proposed new strategy to strengthen effectiveness of research results and to reduce
R&D costs by 30%
Presented company strategy and plans to three large institutional investors for obtaining an additional
$5 M funding to complete acquisition of Hansol Hightech: Resulted in listing in Korean stock market
Instructor & Counselor, Life Science Department (2003-2005)
Instructed new drug development procedure in life science field in drug discovery education course
to over 200 managers from 22 pharmaceutical company and research centers
Provided technical support for life science material as a counselor in Life Science Department at
Accerlys Inc. and consult on new drug development through Acceryls software
Research Scientist, Research & Development Center (2001-2004)
Analyzed and modeled relationship between drug efficacy and molecular properties. Forecasted and
proposed potential drugs with simulation results based on this statistical methods
Supervised developmental research team of 15 scientists to develop anti-cancer drugs in
collaboration with Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation
Spearheaded projects totaling $35 M in development of new anti-cancer and anti-stroke drugs with
the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Ministry of Science and Technology
Developed and patented 30 novel candidate drugs targeting at least six different diseases
Proposed research plans and strategies for anti-cancer project with the Ministry of Health and
Welfare. The data was used as an exemplary case entitled The Importance of Logical Research
Approach in Life Science by Research Institute of Bioinformatics Molecular Design. Seoul, Korea
PERSONAL
2002-2004
Atlanta, GA
Paris, France
Columbia, SC
2003-2006
2001-2003
PERSONAL
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, May 2001
Minor: Electrical Engineering
Volunteer for big brother program at Madison House
Charlottesville, VA
EXPERIENCE
2006
2004-2005
2002-2004
2002-2004
PERSONAL
Volunteered to teach financial education for Capital Ones community service program
Manager / player for competitive softball team which finished 4th in Virginia state tournament
Member of the University of Virginia Beta Theta Pi Alumni Association Board of Directors
2001-2004
Charlottesville, VA
PERSONAL
Interests include golf, tennis, water and snow skiing, running and traveling.
BRIAN W. MATTHEWS
1895 Westview Road Charlottesville, VA 22903 307-690-5993 matthewsb08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Entrepreneur and Venture Capital Club, Darden Private Equity Network
Bowdoin College
Bachelor of Arts in English, May 2002
Captain Mens Lacrosse Team, Two-time All-American
EXPERIENCE
2006
Charlottesville, VA
Brunswick, ME
2004-2006
StreetAccount LLC
Jackson, WY
Startup Company offering web-based real time market intelligence for institutional investors
Entrepreneur
Product Development, Market Expansion
Created new components and web pages for the site aimed to penetrate the buy-side market.
Contributions included proprietary street-estimate modeling, innovative technology monitoring
solutions, user interface improvements, and company earnings previews. Buy side market
expansions increased revenue 25%.
Operations
Hired, trained, and managed both sales and product employees in an extremely time sensitive
environment. Created competitive efficiencies by performing proccess analysis and delegating
responsibilities. These improvements generated new users and daily recognition from the existing
customer base. Exceeded 150% y/o/y revenue growth.
Sales and Technology
Managed large sell-side accounts on Wall Street for vertical market integration. Worked with
traders, portfolio managers, analysts, and market data personnel on all issues including technology,
contracts, and information sourcing. Advised management on CRM tools, human recourse decisions,
accounting, contracts, and further site improvements.
2003-2004
2002-2003
PERSONAL
Communication Skills
Avid reader and writer both professionally and personally. Wrote for several publications in the past,
and continue reading and writing on a daily basis.
EXPERIENCE
2003 - 2006
2002 - 2003
Charlottesville, VA
Washington, DC
PERSONAL
Darden Mentoring Program - counsel a UVA junior on academic and professional concerns.
MCG Capital and Congressional League softball team member (04-05).
Georgetown Club Ice Hockey Team (99-02): Division III Club National Tournament participant.
Lexington, VA
EXPERIENCE
2005-2006
2003-2005
PERSONAL
Charlottesville, VA
Boston University
Boston, MA
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Concentration in Marketing, May 2000
Four-year NCAA scholarship oarsman Mens Varsity Crew; finished top 10 nationally all four years.
Awarded 1998 Capstone Award; Nominated a Boston University Student Ambassador.
EXPERIENCE
2004 - 2006 NERA Economic Consulting, Global Energy Practice
Boulder, CO
An international firm specializing in economic policy, analysis and expert testimony. The Energy Practice is
a leader in valuation, disputes and acquisition advisory services for power generation and fuels.
Analyst (2004 2005); Earned promotion to Senior Analyst (2006)
Projects Included:
Ireland All Island Electric Market Design
Earned Senior Analyst role on NERA project team in Dublin, Ireland; acted as on-site liaison on project
designed to increase efficiency and reduce costs in newly-unified Irish electric generating system.
Partnered with international economists and other global consulting firms to design spark spread models
and load duration curves to simulate system prices and rates.
Constructed and analyzed production cost and pricing models and recommended new price points for
power to the energy commissioners of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
$10B Clean Air Act Litigation Support
Established ten-person modeling team responsible for measuring compliance with the Clean Air Act.
Interacted independently with senior economists, client officers and senior counsel to form overall
defense strategy; case heard in Federal District Court and likely to be heard by the US Supreme Court.
Directed design and implementation of software emissions model which incorporated legal strategy,
federal legislation, and historical and forecasted data; analyzed model output to craft expert testimony.
$500MM Damages Arbitration vs. Republic of Turkey
Calculated lost profits and fair market value of $1.2B Turkish coal-fired power plant; recommended
damages estimate presented to World Banks International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes.
Collaborated with international economists, senior counsel and client officers to formulate overall case
legal strategy, write and edit expert testimony, and prepare cross examination of opposing experts.
2001 - 2004
PERSONAL
Boulder Triathlon Club
Won 2003 Club National Championship.
Active leader of Try-A-Tri beginner triathlon program.
Lance Armstrong Foundation
Honored with White Jersey status for excellence in cancer research fundraising.
Invited to and competed at Ride for the Roses, Foundations Annual Race and Gala.
Charlottesville, VA
2003-2004
2001-2002
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
2005-2006 Mathematics Instructor, SCORE! Academic Learning Center
Enjoy playing violin, independent films, yoga, and travel
Long Beach, CA
Charlottesville, VA
2002 - 2003
PERSONAL
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay (Big Brother to seven-year old child of a single parent
home)
Teacher of business and economic principles at Academy Prep, a community-sponsored school for
promising students from low-income families
CONOR C. MURPHY
1505A Rugby Avenue Charlottesville, VA 22903 (571) 334-1480 murphyc08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
GMAT: 700
Member of Business Technology Club, Darden Private Equity Network, Finance Club
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
Bachelor of Arts in Economics, May 2000
Dean's List: Fall 1998 - Spring 2000
Worked part time (20 hours per week) in addition to maintaining full course load
EXPERIENCE
2003-2006
Accolade Partners
Washington, DC
Venture capital fund of funds investing in technology and healthcare with $260MM under management
Investment Analyst
Financial and Analytical
Performed comprehensive quarterly review of portfolio investments and fund performance
Compiled quarterly financial statements in conjunction with outside accountants and prepared
performance report for investors
Conducted due diligence on ten investments totaling $63MM in committed capital
Designed and built database to track and analyze performance of over 500 privately-held companies
in the portfolio
Leadership and Business Operations
Managed all daily operations of the firm, including accounting functions, banking and cash
management, IT infrastructure, regulatory filings and legal issues
Developed marketing materials and made formal presentations to prospective investors in support of
successful $150MM fundraising endeavor
Served as primary investor relations point of contact; coordinated all communications with investors,
maintained account records of investor contributions and distributions, and fielded questions from
investors and prospective investors
2002-2003
2000-2001
PERSONAL
MICHAEL J. MUSSIO
109 Shasta Court Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 (301) 213-7843 MussioM08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
Charlottesville, Virginia
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Member: Finance Club, Darden Capital Management, Darden Private Equity Network
Elected: Section Review Coordinator, planned and designed course review sessions for peers
Ohio University
Bachelor of Business Administration, June 2000
Majors: Finance, Marketing, Business Pre-Law
Elected: President and Captain, Ohio University Men's Crew Team, 1998 - 2000
EXPERIENCE
2000-2006
SUMMER
1999
Athens, Ohio
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Financial Planner, May 2005
Accredited Asset Management Specialist, December 2002
Series 7 and 66 Licensed
PERSONAL
Volunteered as a Montgomery County High School Guest Speaker through Achievement Counts,
presented to incoming freshmen three to four times a year, 2001-2004
Enjoy golf, basketball, wood working, managing personal investments
THOMAS N. OBASEKI
202 Douglas Ave Suite 3F Charlottesville, VA 22902 (512) 913-8846 ObasekiT08@darden.virgini.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Awarded Consortium for Graduate Study in Management Fellowship receiving a full scholarship.
One of five elected Section Representatives for the Darden MBA Class of 2008 (340 person class).
Active member of Darden Finance Club and Military Association, Black Business Student Forum.
Charlottesville, VA
Commander of 100 Cadets for 6 six-week field training essential to Cadets introduction to the Army branches.
3-Year letterman and team leading scorer in soccer; 2-time All Conference award winner;
EXPERIENCE
2001-2006
Analyzed and recreated the units annual and semi-annual evaluation process; resulted in a 93% success rate for
the units evaluation based on Department of the Army statistics, highest among at all of Fort Hood.
Created a new system used to track soldier readiness. Increased the units personnel strength readiness by 20%
Leadership
Rated as the #1 officer out 40 fellow captains and lieutenants in 2006 annual review.
Led 25- man human resources management team providing support for a 600-man unit.
As Equal Opportunity officer decrease EO incidents 25% in the unit by implementing strict training plan.
Battalion Operations Officer (2004-2005)
Baghdad, Iraq (Largest motorized combat unit in Baghdad during US Occupation)
Analysis
Developed plan addressing counter-terrorism operations, security, supplies and logistics for the security mission
for our sector in Baghdad during the Iraqi elections. Successful election, 100% mission accomplishment.
Implemented plan resulted 0 insurgent attacks in eight mile our sector during election, best record in Baghdad,
Served as the command and control of daily combat operations for a 650 soldier unit during operations in Iraq.
Gave direct orders to units based on quick analysis with limited time and resources.
Prepared daily synchronization briefings and Operation orders using military intelligence data, unit strength
numbers, logistics input and insurgent trends.
Served as the commander of a 105 man unit in Baghdad leading up to the Iraqi elections.
Personally led over 50 combat patrols through Baghdad on Airport Blvd, most dangerous terrain in Iraqi.
Asset Management in excess of 100 million dollars; increase equipment utilization 50% with maintenance
program
Platoon Leader (2001-2004) Group Leader
Leadership and Management
Selected ahead of peers based on superior evaluations to serve as the officer in charge of Air Defenses site in
Washington D.C. with the mission of guarding the entire Capital Region from any air attack.
Mentored, developed and trained 22 soldiers into a cohesive unit capable of deploying and providing rocket and
missile artillery fires for the division.
AWARDS / PERSONAL
Bronze Star Medal for valorous service in combat during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Meritorious Service Medal second highest peace time award given in the U.S Armed Forces
Certified Master Fitness Trainer; Volunteered for several Special Olympics; Youth soccer coach.
Member of Darden Soccer Team; Enjoy basketball, football and soccer; Possessed a secret security clearance.
Killeen, TX
MICHAEL S. O'BRIEN
1009 Huntwood Lane Charlottesville, VA 22901 434.295.6301 obrienm08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Awarded $20,000 Lewis merit scholarship, a faculty-nominated award given to one student in 335
Active member of Entrepreneurship & Venture Capital, General Management & Operations, Energy,
and Business Technology Clubs
GMAT 760
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering, May 2002
Awarded $20,000 T. E. Grove merit scholarship, given to one student from over 400 applicants
Graduated as a University of Virginia Rodman Scholar with High Honors (summa cum laude)
EXPERIENCE
2005-2006
2002-2005
Energetics Inc.
Columbia, MD
A technology consulting firm focusing on energy, infrastructure, and strategic partnership development
Research Analyst
Managed development and launch of new corporate intranet, leading a team of seven geographically
dispersed staff utilizing voice of the customer and effective product launch marketing. Achieved
30% access level on launch date, 80% access within first week
Solely authored 40-page case study of security activities in the electric power industry for report to
Congress. Added breakthrough statistical research on critical infrastructure ownership to advise
national development of public-private partnerships for security and risk management
Co-published a national energy technology roadmap being used to direct collaborative public-private
R&D priorities at national labs. Oversaw content and layout edits for project team of senior
coworkers, collaborating directly with senior vice president
Facilitated four consecutive workshop sessions of 12 energy industry and government security
managers, guiding participants from security challenges and barriers to practical action plans,
providing participants with raw data, R&D budgeting priorities, and 3-, 5-, and 10-year milestone
Earned accolades as a strong visual storyteller by providing clients, coworkers, and senior managers
with business graphics and company-wide presentations that identified contract cost problem
sources, led strategic website redesign, and launched a new intranet through multimedia promotions
Coalition for Christian Outreach
Shippensburg, PA
A Pittsburgh-based non-profit with a mission to transform college students to transform the world
Campus Minister
Launched and directed new collaborative partnership between regional non-profit organization and
local student development program. Built lasting program with over 70 students actively involved
annually, sustained new-student commitments each year, and fully-trained successor
Conceived, designed, generated funding for, and managed $10,000 building renovation project with
25 project team members. Increased property utilization by over 30%
Created and supervised several cross-functional project teams to execute $2,000 fundraising event,
short-term and week-long community development projects, and annual student conference events
Produced Standards of Corporate Communication for the CCO by performing corporate and external
interviews, internet research and analysis, and qualitative data analysis
Authored and published monthly print and web newsletter to achieve $50,000 of financial
development and build donor relationships. One recipient organization created new CCO partnership
Regularly presented for audiences of 150-400, with annual total audiences of 1500, to motivate
student leadership and enhance buy-in for partnership
PERSONAL NOTES
Author a blog on innovation, venture capital, new energy technology, urban design, and social
entrepreneurship (dolechester.mbablogs.businessweek.com), over 1,000 unique visitors each month
Managed teams for development projects in Brazil (10 days/7 people), Bolivia (7 weeks/11 people)
Led project/house teams for Habitat for Humanity; coached tournament-winning youth soccer team
1997-2001
PERSONAL
PIYUSH B. PARIKH
104-6 Ivy Drive Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 865-405-8470 parikhp08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Member of Private Equity Network; Entrepreneurship Club; Business Technology Club
Elected Student Review Coordinator for Darden Coursework
EXPERIENCE
1999-2006
1996 - 1999
Houghton, MI
Houghton, MI
ABS Consulting
Knoxville, TN
A leading independent provider of Risk Management Services that combines industry experts, risk
modeling, practical engineering and technology based solutions.
Team Leader
Led a group of software engineers to develop, market, and support a commercially available risk
analysis software package HazardReview Leader.
Managed a team of senior engineers on a multi-year, $200,000 project to evaluate the risks at a large
resin manufacturing facility and to select the best alternatives to reduce the risks.
Business Line Manager
Implemented a software maintenance program that increased revenue by $100,000 annually
Authored several winning proposals, as part of the business development team, that resulted in
securing $500,000 worth of additional consulting services.
Instructor
Conducted a security analysis course for 15 senior analysts at the Panama Canal Authority.
Co-instructed risk analysis courses at the Process Safety Institute on topics such as
ReliabilityCentered Maintenance and Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA).
Risk Analyst
Collaborated with the US Coast Guard (USCG) to develop a system to help USCG managers
optimize activities using a risk-based approach. Presented the results to the highest ranking
Commander in the Atlantic region of the USCG.
Four Elements Inc.
Columbus, OH
A risk management company specializing in quantitative risk analysis and financial risk assessments.
Risk Analyst
Evaluated the financial impact of accidents at chemical facilities using QRA techniques.
Assessed safety and environmental risks of refineries in Singapore and Japan using computer
simulation models.
Assisted engineers in applying the appropriate computer models for consequence analysis and
developed several in-house software tools to increase engineer productivity.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Recipient of Outstanding Achievement award (2003) and Professional Initiative award (2001) at
ABS Consulting
Senior member of AIChE (American Institute Of Chemical Engineers) (1990 - present)
Registered Engineer-in-Training, Ohio (1998)
Vice President, India Students Association, Houghton, MI (1992-1994)
Authorized to work in the US (Permanent Resident)
Sherman, Texas
EXPERIENCE
2006-Present DWP Consulting
Charlottesville,
VA
Owner; Sole Proprietorship.
Provide personal consultation services, focusing on customized financial education, analysis
and recommendations to individuals.
Founded as a spin-off of the predecessor company Gregory & Payne, Inc. (2004-2006).
Created website to provide company information: www.dwpconsulting.net.
2002-2006
Bank of America
Global Wealth & Investment Management, Private Bank
Dallas, Texas
RAHUL PRABHU
103 Ivy Drive Apt. #3 Charlottesville, VA 22903 434-825-5513 PrabhuR08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Member of Finance Club, Darden Capital Management and Darden Private Equity Network.
GMAT: 700
T.A. Pai Management Institute
Master of Business Management (Finance), March 2002
St. Joseph's College of Commerce (Top 10 Commerce School in India)
Bachelor of Commerce, May 2000
Top 1% in Class
Academics & Good Conduct Award 1997-2000
EXPERIENCE
2003-2006
Manipal, India
Bangalore, India
G.E. Capital
Bangalore, India
Assistant Manager
Promoted from Business Analyst to Assistant Manager in 18 months and rated an A1 player
(highest employee performance rating at G.E.) for 3 consecutive years (2003-2006).
Received the G.E. Risk Leadership Award 2005 from the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) of G.E.
Equipment Services (a G.E. Capital business).
Managed the credit risk of a leasing portfolio by approving capital investment of up to $50 million
for each new client and continuously tracking portfolio performance.
Instrumental in integrating G.E.'s $1.2 billion acquisition of CitiCapital's fleet financing arm, with
particular focus on evaluating and quantifying the risk in CitiCapital's portfolio.
Led a cross functional, cross border project team to develop a new risk reporting standard, across
four G.E. Capital businesses managing $ 8 billion in assets, to enhance managerial reporting and stay
ahead of regulatory requirements; managed client relationships with CROs and senior risk managers.
Business Analyst
Evaluated companies for capital investment by analyzing their financial statements, debt structure,
collections history, profitability drivers and industry challenges.
Selected for a prestigious G.E. corporate leadership program The Foundations of Leadership.
Received the G.E. Team Award for exemplary team performance and operational excellence at the
work place.
2002-2003
Avendus Advisors
Bangalore, India
India based investment bank offering M&A, private equity syndication and fixed income services
Analyst
Focused on M&A and private equity financing for middle market technology companies, with
emphasis on cross border deals.
Created information memorandums, built valuation models, and executed corporate due diligence.
Facilitated the cross border acquisition of an IT company, NRIT Limited, India by Aviana Global
Tech. Inc, CA, from origination to closure.
Developed research tools to analyze emerging sectors in the Indian market for use by the M&A team.
Published a research report on the engineering design services market in India, which featured in a
leading financial daily The Economic Times dated 05/15/2003.
PERSONAL
Founding member, vocalist & guitarist of a classic rock band Quasar (www.quasarindia.com).
Actively involved with G.E.s community outreach program Elfun and elected Vice President of
the public speaking forum Toastmasters Club in G.E. Capital.
Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM) from the Global Association of Risk Professionals
(www.garp.com).
Charlottesville, VA
CFA Institute
Successive completion of Level 1 and Level 2 exams (12/05 and 6/06)
Connecticut College
New London, CT
Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Hispanic Studies, May 2000
Cum Laude with Distinction in both majors
Selected as Toor Cummings Center Scholar in International Studies and the Liberal Arts
Interned at Adidas Corporacin de Venezuela
Recipient of Economics Department Fellowship for research in Vietnam
Varsity Athlete, Connecticut College Men's Basketball Team
EXPERIENCE
2001-2006
2000-2001
ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages certified Intermediate High oral
proficiency in Spanish (2000)
Class of 2000 Team Leader, Connecticut College Annual Fund
Charlottesville, VA
Chestnut Hill, MA
Capgemini
New York, NY
Led and worked on wide range of projects primarily within the Finance & Employee Transformation
service line for clients within Capgeminis Media & Entertainment sector.
Conducted business process assessments including opportunity identification and business case
analysis.
Managed client relationships including the assessment of client expectations, issues, and financials.
Researched and created presentations for new business opportunities.
Founded New York Area Team with the goal of community building within the Capgemini NY
offices.
2005 - 2006
Senior Consultant
Presented inventory SKU rationalization analysis to leading medical book publishers senior
management team. Analysis identified potential cost savings of $5.0 - $6.5 MM.
Identified areas to improve the efficiency and cycle time of the leading cable TV providers monthly
financial close/reporting process by six days.
2002 2005
Consultant
Coordinated the clean-up effort for over 250,000+ subscribers data and their individual high speed
data devices in over 10 regional markets for a leading cable TV provider. Efforts minimized
customer service interruptions, limited post migration data discrepancies and identified lost revenue.
Developed and streamlined company-wide planning and forecasting process for a global content and
information provider in order to improve reliability, integrity, and accuracy.
Managed benchmark analysis for a global content and information provider to define new finance
support models with a centralized organization to perform transaction processing functions and
provide decision support analysis to market groups and business units.
Led the migration of two division's payroll systems (a combined 770 employees) from division
locations into a shared services environment for a leading cable TV provider.
Developed and implemented performance standards and metrics to evaluate individuals and
department performances within the accounts payable department for a leading cable TV provider.
Summer 2001
Internship
Internship within the Strategy & Transformation service line of CGE&Ys Telecom, Media &
Entertainment sector. My success during this summer internship led to an offer by CGE&Y the
following summer.
INTERESTS
Schenectady, NY
2004-2005
2004-2005
CurrentOfferings.com
New York, NY
Online IPO Advisory Platform
Research Analyst and Contributing Columnist (in addition to full-time job)
Performed market valuation such as company comparables and acquisition comparable analyses to
determine objective valuation of IPO candidates
Published six articles for use by institutional and individual investors; "UAP Holdings Seeing
Green", "OptionsXpress: In the Express Lane", "Emageon the Possibilities" and Arlington Tankers
Braces for IPO"
Published quarterly company-specific and general industry reports detailing deals in the Health Care,
Energy, Shipping and Agriculture industries
2002-2003
ADDITIONAL
National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Volunteer and organizer since 2004: Organized team and
participated in annual MS Walks, raising over $3,500
Mentor undergraduate students
Played a remarkable round at St Andrews, Scotland
CHRISTOPHER SANDS
136 Ivy Dr. #4 Charlottesville, VA 22903 774.266.0555 sandsc08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Member of Finance and Private Equity clubs
Admissions Host
Undergraduate Career Mentor
GMAT: 710
Charlottesville, VA
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA
Bachelor of Science, May 2005
Majors - Accounting, Finance, Economics; Minors - Political Science, International Relations
President - Chi Phi Fraternity; Also held Treasurer and New Member Educator positions
Vice President - Interfraternity Council; Also served as Secretary
Chairman of the Board of Directors - Fraternity Management Association; Also served as Secretary
Dreyfus Portfolio Manager - Collaborated with five other students to manage a $300K portfolio
Awards
2005 - Who's Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities
2004 - Greek Career Achievement Award; Class of 1904 Prize
2003 - Outstanding Greek Man of the Year; Silver Family Scholarship Recipient; Eric A. Stiefel
Memorial Scholarship Recipient
EXPERIENCE
2005-2006
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Boston, MA
Transaction Services Associate
Performed pre-acquisition tax due diligence for financial sponsors and strategic buyers
Reviewed offering memorandums, financial statements, and tax returns of target companies
Built models to perform 338(h)(10) analyses to determine the benefit of treating a qualified stock
purchase as an asset acquisition
Analyzed the net operating losses of target companies to determine if they would be limited under
382
Calculated tax rates for LBO and DCF models to ensure accurate cash flow projections
Worked with a manager and partner to advise a client on a tax efficient deal structure
Created reports on the diligence performed that served as the deliverables to clients
Participated actively in the recruiting efforts of the firm
Financial Services Tax Compliance Associate
Prepared tax returns for the private equity funds of Bain Capital and TA Associates
Identified the potential tax implications of the funds operations by interpreting and applying the tax
code
Created spreadsheets in Excel to import financial data into tax return preparation software
2004
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Boston, MA
Financial Services Assurance Intern
Prepared and audited financial statements for State Street Global Advisors pool funds
Researched accounting trends in the real estate industry and prepared a report for a manager
Assisted in the 10-Q audit of the OneBeacon Insurance Group
Used Bloomberg to verify the accuracy of financial information
PERSONAL
PERSONAL
Charlottesville, VA
Chapel Hill, NC
CNN
Atlanta, GA
Associate Producer
Honored with Peabody Award for excellence in journalism for Hurricane Katrina coverage
LEADERSHIP
Led filming projects in Israel, Syria, Turkey, Egypt, Italy, and Greece, managing teams of up to eight
people in field production of CNN feature documentaries
Managed the overall production process for individual television programs that aired globally
Established the vision and direction for some of the highest rated programs on CNN, such as profiles
on Tony Blair, Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, Pope John Paul II, and Martha Stewart
Guided editors and created television programs that met the highest production standards
EXECUTION
Successfully completed projects under challenging conditions in the Middle East, North Africa,
Europe, and the United States
Negotiated with foreign government officials to obtain critical filming permission agreements and to
establish licensing fees
Interviewed and hired local personnel to complete projects all over the world
Delivered quality television programming, always meeting deadlines in a time sensitive environment
Managed the finances of individual television programs, operating within budgets of up to $500K
Designed the logistics for field projects, resulting in consistently successful project execution
COMMUNICATION
Researched, analyzed, and developed story ideas and then structured them in a way easily
communicable to a global audience
Pitched story ideas to senior management that resulted in on-air programming
Wrote the scripts and copy read by anchors and correspondents
Worked with anchors and correspondents, coaching them on interview questions and script reading
Conducted on-camera interviews with celebrities, politicians, and functional experts
2002-2003
2001-2002
PERSONAL
MAUREEN E. SINGER
134-2 Ivy Drive Charlottesville, VA 22903 914-841-6245 SingerM08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
Charlottesville, VA
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Awarded D.W. and G.B. Richardson Scholarship for academic merit
Elected to Student Admissions Committee
Member of Darden Capital Management (DCM) Participated in DCM Stock Pitch 9/06
Bowdoin College
Bachelor of Arts, Economics, May 2001
Dean's List
NCAA All-American (5-time) - Springboard Diving
Lucy L. Shulman Award for Outstanding Female Athlete
EXPERIENCE
2001-2006
Brunswick, ME
PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP
New York, NY
Senior Associate Promoted through two Associate levels in three years
Risk Management & Valuation
Regional Electric & Gas Utility
Developed detailed business requirements to facilitate the design and implementation of a frontto-back office gas trading and risk management system including development of a new module
to strengthen FAS 133 derivative accounting processes
Created detailed market and credit risk reporting frameworks enabling the client to better
understand and proactively manage the risks inherent in their portfolio
Executed first-phase of system design successfully resulting in clients purchase of over $1MM
of additional implementation and risk management consulting services
Fortune 500 Energy Marketing & Trading Company
Valued energy transactions for natural gas, power, and other commodities that were unwound,
auctioned, or negotiated under the court appointed bankruptcy settlement process
Designed methodology for the validation of 40+ coal and emissions forward curves that was
adopted by the valuation team
Guided client through the curve validation and revision process for power, coal, and emissions in
order to ensure an appropriate revaluation
Post-Merger Integration
US Electric and Gas Utility Merger with a UK Power Company
Validated valuation models for gas storage, transportation and other structured transactions with
mark-to-market values over $100MM in order to support attestation of financial statement
conversion from US GAAP to UK GAAP
Analyzed goodwill impairment charges through review and reperformance of company
valuations to account for differences in accounting methodologies between merging entities
Leadership Development Program Genesis Park 5 month Tour
Executed global strategic projects including the development of a framework to ensure
consistency of Advisory engagements and the design of a tactical approach to addressing
resource constraints in PwC China
Presented strategic projects to US Firm leadership and had significant interaction with PwC
Global Leadership Team through attendance at global leadership conferences.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Brooklyn Charter School (2005-Present)
New York, NY
Elected to Board of Directors Finance Committee
Developed internal control structure necessary to ensure school charter renewal
Responsible for monthly review of budget-to-actual performance and oversight of financial reporting
Global Vision International (Summer 2006)
Pokhara, Nepal
Taught English and served as a mentor to 22 students in a Nepalese boarding school
Consulted with the Board to continue to develop and refine curriculum and teaching methodology
2002-2004
1999-2002
GE Capital
New Delhi, India
Process Associate
Accounts Receivable Management
Launched GE Auto Financial Services businesses in India and managed corporate receivables for GE
Medical Systems after migrating the business from Milwaukee, WI
Managed accounts receivable portfolio of $6M and reduced outstanding receivables by 50% within 6
months of launch of operations
Awarded CEO recognition for cost cutting initiatives leading to $10,000 annualized savings and
achieving consistent top performance
Negotiated with CFO(s)/Financial Controllers and other stake holders while reconciling account
receivable portfolios at health establishments in the US
ACTIVITIES
Trained in mountaineering with a personal height record of 16,500 feet above sea level
Ran 2 half marathons in New Delhi, India in 2005
Goal Keeper for Dardens soccer team
Consulting for Opportunities Consultant, Inc. at Darden
MATTHEW T. SOBIERALSKI
861 Catalpa Court Charlottesville, VA 22903 (215) 630-1165 SobieralskiM08@darden.virginia.edu
EDUCATION:
Darden Graduate School of Business Administration
University of Virginia
Candidate for Master of Business Administration, May 2008
Elected Section Career Development Center Representative
Member of Darden Private Equity Network and Finance Club
The Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science in Finance, May 2001
Overall GPA: 3.6
Charlottesville, VA
University Park, PA
EXPERIENCE:
2002-2006
SSG Capital Advisors, L.P.
Philadelphia, PA
SSG is a middle market investment banking firm focused on advising and restructuring
distressed businesses. The firm was acquired by National City Banks Capital Markets Group
in August 2006.
Investment Banking Associate
Advised distressed/special situation clients in Mergers & Acquisitions, Financings, and
Restructurings across multiple industries including; energy, information technology,
manufacturing, real estate, retail, and transportation, among others.
Completed 15 M&A transactions $380 million in total consideration.
Completed 3 restructuring and financing assignments $540 million in total consideration.
Executed transactions in the United States and Europe.
Lead investor calls, due diligence meetings, and management presentations.
Investment Banking Analyst
Performed valuation analyses including; comparable transaction analysis, comparable
public company analysis, leveraged buyout modeling, and discounted cash flow analysis.
Prepared offering/financing memoranda, detailed pitchbook material, management
presentations, and comprehensive industry research.
Contacted potential strategic and financial investors on behalf of clients.
Promoted to Associate in December 2003.
2001-2001
Arlington, VA
2001-2004
PERSONAL
Charlottesville, VA
Columbia, SC
Arcapita
Atlanta, GA
Global private equity firm that acquires controlling equity interests in middle market companies with
transaction values between $100 million and $1 billion.
Associate
Evaluated investment opportunities, and provided recommendations to partners, across a variety of
industries, including healthcare, restaurants, logistics and transportation, and consumer products.
Transactions include:
$400 million purchase of Churchs Chicken: 3rd largest fast food chicken concept in the world.
$160 million sale leaseback of real estate.
$155 million issuance of high yield notes.
$200 million purchase of TLC Health Care Services: 2nd largest home nursing company in U.S.
Completed two follow-on acquisitions (total of $70 million), funded entirely with debt.
Refinanced credit facility to more attractive first and second lien institutional markets.
$75 million funding to Meridian Surgical Partners: Startup surgery center consolidator.
Collaborated with management to develop a buy and build acquisition strategy.
Purchased four surgery centers within first six months.
Integral member of two- or three-person deal teams with active participation in all aspects of deal
execution, including diligence and legal and financial negotiation and documentation.
Directed meetings with CEOs and CFOs to develop budgets and five year strategic operating plans.
Solicited financing sources for transactions from a variety of financial institutions, collaborating with
traditional banks, mezzanine funds, hedge funds, and real estate investment companies.
Provided post-acquisition support to portfolio companies including board level participation,
consulting on key initiatives, and long-term strategic planning.
One of two professionals who developed a new sector focus (now adopted by the firm) to target the
logistics and transportation industry for investment opportunities.
Assessed venture capital as new business line and played integral role in assisting firm in raising
$250 million venture capital fund, the largest in the Southeast United States.
BB&T Capital Markets Investment Banking Division
Richmond, VA
Full-service, middle-market focused investment bank raising capital and providing M&A advisory
services to public and private companies and financial sponsors.
Investment Banking Analyst
Closed $1.5 billion of transactions including capital raises, mergers and acquisitions, and other buyside and sell-side advisory services.
Analyzed companies using leveraged buyout, discounted cash flow, accretion/dilution, comparable
public company, and comparable transaction analyses.
Partnered with management teams to develop financial projections and offering memoranda.
Developed investor lists, contacted potential buyers, and functioned as liaison between parties.
2002-2004
Charlottesville, VA
Princeton, NJ
Washington, DC
Recipient of the Lockheed Martin Individual Service Recognition Award (2005): presented each year
to the top 5% of employee performers in the Intelligence Programs business unit.
Managed a six-person team in a computer system design and implementation project for a U.S.
Government client; system designed to serve over 10,000 users from multiple agencies for purposes
of information sharing; successfully met all project milestones within budget and time constraints.
Designed and recommended an innovative computer system to the Intelligence Community Chief
Information Officers staff; proposal resulted in over $2 MM in new business for Lockheed Martin.
Performed detailed quantitative and qualitative analysis of a U.S. Government agencys operations;
authored findings report that was sent to the U.S. Senate; report submission led to a 100% increase in
agencys operating budget for the following fiscal year.
Negotiated with supplier to obtain a 50% discount below U.S. Governments General Services
Administration pricing on an enterprise software purchase; resulted in over $500 K in savings,
ensuring that the project was performed under budget.
Reston, VA
Led commercial technology evaluation activities while functioning as Deputy to the Chief
Technology Officer; prepared and delivered recommendations directly to senior management.
Led product evaluation and selection of $15 MM software package for a U.S. Government client.
Co-founded the NetForce Laboratory (an early stage internal R&D laboratory) to facilitate
technology evaluation, acquisition, and deployment.
Co-authored contract proposal and performed technical studies as member of the winning team for a
multi-billion dollar contract competed by the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.
Designed and implemented a database management application for a major U.S. military client to
increase agency awareness of supplier relations.
Group leader for several youth community service trips (Nicaragua, Mexico, and Colorado).
Leader of class-wide review sessions for Decision Analysis and Operations at the Darden School.
Personal interests: International backpacking/hiking, boating, traveling, U.S. Civil War history.
Hold an active, full-scope Top Secret U.S. Government security clearance.
PERSONAL