Past Projects - Larger Business

Assisted with the Business Plan and Equity Financing for this High Tech Company in Washington D.C for over $800,000. Company developed proprietary technology that was sold to Microsoft.

Assisted CNY Media Company with innovative proposal of debt and equity
that resulted in the formation of the business here in CNY.

Arranged for roll out of a new division for this major manufacturer that employs over 3,500 employees on 3 continents.

Arranged equity and debt financing, and a strategic marketing plan for a digital chip manufacturer that saw to the transition to the new owners and doubled the size of employees within a 3 year period.

Feasibility studies for 2 potential national web based companies

Smaller Businesses

Worked with many small and medium sized businesses on business plans, marketing plans the development of marketing materials, including web sites and other digital communications.

Academia

Won Case of the Year Consulting Awards for 2005, 2006 and 2007 presented by the Small Business Directors Institute. Won Experiential Learning Awards for years 2006-2007 and 2007-2008. Named Outstanding Entrepreneur Educator from Whitman School of Business Entrepreneurship Department

For Non-Profits

In 2006, Played a key role in preparation for a grant that secured 1.3 Million Dollars to assist people with disabilities explore and pursue starting a business of their own.

Started a grass roots organization of knowledge workers and grew it to over 400 members. Still operating, it is one of our current projects.

Assisted in the formation of a new Non-Profit, Syracuse Alliance for  New Economy (SANE) and currently serve on the board of directors.

Took part in securing and marketing small housing grants within the city of Syracuse. Of the 3 sectors involved, our sector achieved more grant financing more quickly that any of the other areas.

Developed and distributed a community newsletter that was highly praised by both residents and business owners