Washington, District of Columbia, United States
I build organizations that people choose to engage with. Over the past 20+ years, organizations have repeatedly turned to me to build, transform, and strengthen enterprises across publicly traded companies, private equity-backed businesses, founder-led ventures, nonprofit organizations, and governing boards. I lead through periods of growth, reinvention, and organizational change by aligning strategy, operations, governance, partnerships, and customer experience to deliver measurable business results. Today, I advise executive teams and boards on growth, transformation, governance, and long-term enterprise value.
Initially engaged as an advisor to founder and investors in the J Gerard Design Studio, helping guide strategic initiatives, partnerships, and long-term organizational planning. Subsequently assumed the role of Interim President and led the organization through a significant period of transition. In 2026, helped establish the J Gerard Peace Foundation and transitioned into the role of Chair. Today, lead governance development, institutional transition, intellectual property strategy, archival preservation, and long-term sustainability planning for the Foundation and related brand assets. Key Contributions: • Led the transition of a legacy fashion, design, and peace platform into the J Gerard Peace Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on peace, design, cultural empowerment, and charitable impact. • Direct governance design, mission development, and founding program strategy supporting long-term organizational sustainability. • Oversee archival preservation, intellectual property protection, brand stewardship, and legacy preservation initiatives. • Guide complex asset transition, operational continuity, and stakeholder alignment efforts to safeguard and extend the founder's vision.
Partner with the National Board and Executive Committee to guide governance, organizational sustainability, strategic planning, financial oversight, membership growth, and operational modernization for a global professional association serving the jewelry and watch industries. Provide leadership on governance, organizational effectiveness, revenue development, technology modernization, and long-term sustainability initiatives designed to strengthen the organization's impact, operational performance, and member value. Key Contributions: • Lead governance modernization initiatives focused on board effectiveness, accountability, succession planning, organizational structure, and long-term sustainability. • Partner with executive leadership on financial oversight, operational restructuring, membership strategy, sponsorship development, and strategic planning initiatives. • Support evaluation and implementation of technology and AI-enabled solutions designed to improve operational efficiency, member engagement, and organizational effectiveness. • Collaborate with volunteer leaders, staff, chapters, sponsors, and industry stakeholders to strengthen organizational alignment, governance practices, and mission impact. • Help guide strategic decisions related to governance, revenue development, organizational sustainability, financial stewardship, and long-term organizational planning. • Support efforts to strengthen member engagement, professional development, mentorship programming, and industry partnerships across a global network of professionals. • Contribute to organizational transformation initiatives designed to improve scalability, transparency, operational performance, and long-term financial sustainability.
Brought in to lead strategic growth, business development, partnerships, and organizational alignment initiatives across a portfolio of more than 20 consumer brands operating throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. Reported directly to the President and partnered across functions to drive growth, strengthen execution, and identify new opportunities across the portfolio. Key Achievements: • Revitalized the strategic alliance with The Walt Disney Company, aligning licensing, marketing, distribution, and partner engagement initiatives that contributed to more than 20% year-over-year growth. • Expanded distribution opportunities and introduced new commercial initiatives that strengthened performance across a diverse portfolio of consumer brands. • Conducted portfolio and profitability reviews to identify growth opportunities, improve resource allocation, and support long-term business performance. • Partnered with senior leadership to evaluate strategic priorities, improve organizational alignment, and support enterprise-wide growth initiatives. • Collaborated with global stakeholders to align brand positioning, partnership strategies, and go-to-market execution across four major markets.
Served on the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees, helping guide governance, strategic planning, organizational sustainability, fundraising, community engagement, and institutional growth initiatives for Washington, DC's leading historical institution. Partnered with fellow trustees and executive leadership to strengthen organizational effectiveness, expand community impact, and support the long-term stewardship of the institution's collections, programs, and public engagement efforts. Key Contributions: • Advised leadership on strategic growth opportunities, community engagement initiatives, partnership development, and cultural programming. • Supported governance, fundraising, strategic planning, and organizational development efforts during a period of significant institutional transformation. • Helped shape visitor experience, partnership, and community engagement strategies associated with the redevelopment and activation of the historic Carnegie Library as the permanent home of the DC History Center. • Contributed to discussions surrounding the Carnegie Library's transformation in partnership with Apple, helping identify opportunities to connect history, culture, education, technology, and public engagement. • Collaborated with trustees, community leaders, donors, and institutional stakeholders to advance long-term organizational sustainability and mission impact.
Founded and led a strategic advisory firm focused on growth strategy, transformation, partnerships, and customer experience across fashion, hospitality, travel, retail, and consumer products. Advised founders, CEOs, and private equity investors on brand expansion, organizational alignment, market positioning, and new revenue opportunities. Key Achievements: • Built the global licensing and commercialization framework for the Lionel Messi lifestyle brand, working directly with the Messi family to establish a scalable international business. • Directed one of the largest workforce uniform transformation initiatives in commercial aviation, aligning design, sourcing, operations, and customer experience priorities across a global airline organization. • Advised leading hospitality, travel, consumer, and lifestyle brands on growth strategy, partnerships, licensing, and new business development initiatives. • Helped restructure and reposition select consumer and lifestyle businesses, including La Dolfina, contributing to 22% year-over-year revenue growth. • Served as a trusted advisor to founders, CEOs, and investors on growth strategy, organizational alignment, partnership development, and long-term value creation.