About Me

During my MBA Candidacy at Loyola Marymount University I was connected with the right people and got into consulting with start-ups and non-profits. I completed my MBA in 2006 with a double emphasis in Marketing Management and Entreprenerial Organizations. I was proud and humbled to be the Graduate Student of the Year in 2005.

Since then I've worked as an Independent Contractor for several boutique consulting firms while building my own consulting practice. During that time I've become even more aware of environmental and social issues. I took action In March of 2009 I got my LEED Accreditation in New Construction V2.2.

I am also a signature member of California's Green Workforce Coalition and I am a regular contributor to events and programs. I recently completed my Certificate in Sustainable Leadership from UC Irvine. Below are some of my credentials as green/sustainable business professional. I am currently a course instructor for UCLA Extension for the Global Sustainability Certificate program.

UCLA Extension Course Instructor (Global Sustainability Certificate Program)
·         Developed online/in-class course curriculum for Sustainability Planning - Summer 2012
Los Angles Green Business Certification Program
·         Working in conjunction with City of Los Angeles and public agencies to introduce the Pilot Program for the City (July 2011)
·         Creating a supportable program to further embed green business into the local economy
LEED Accredited Professional
·         Sustainable Building Design and Construction
·         Ability to apply whole systems approach to any mode
Member of California Green Workforce Coalition (Public Agency)
·         Contributed to defining ‘Green’ to better understand job titles and job descriptions in order to train unemployed workforce
West Coast Motion (LACCD Intermediary)
·         Part of the industry-driven team blueprinting the introduction to a transportation infrastructure that relies on Fuel-Cell, and Hybrid Technology
·         Introduced new concepts, technologies and partnerships to group
Green W.E.S.T. Alliance (LACCD Intermediary
·         Intricate Network of Green Professionals, Eco-preneurs, and Green VCs
·         Knowledge of cutting-edge technology
·         Expertise in Sustainable Sectors
The Green Spot – Co-working on STEROIDS
·         Developed Green-Sustainable Business Incubator for Southern California
·         Assembled concept and a detailed layout for the incubator and pitched presentation to CSU-Dominguez Hills and Loyola Marymount University
·         Currently seeking investors while utilizing given resources for local co-working events for green startups
Sustainable Leadership Certificate – UC Irvine
·         Practiced applying Corporate Sustainable Responsibility through case studies to organizations
·         Green Marketing Specialist

Small businesses, entrepreneurs, and non-profits utilize my abilities for business growth, business organization, and strategy.

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Sunsetronics.com (2002-08)

An e-commerce business I started in college with a few friends. We realized the potential of niche-markets on the internet after the industry boom. Utilizing key relationships through the supply chain to establish exclusive rights to sell on certain manufacturers new to the market Sunsetronics was a highly-rated website by Car Audio magazines routinely. Some of the key components to success for Sunsetronics were the user-interface, SEO, marketing relationships, exclusive contracts with manufacturers, customer service, Just-in-Time Inventory and sales management.

Liberty Tax Service Hawthorne (2007-12)

Going the franchise route this time around turned out to be more challenging than I originally thought. Determining key market characteristics while in the middle of the tax season meant very responsive marketing techniques. Utilizing word-of-mouth, incentive-based campaigning was a major driver but ensuring the highest customer service only perpetuated growth. Now in our fourth tax season we've expanded services into bookkeeping for small business.CLICK HERE for our Facebook Page. You can also follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/libertytax4856

Professional Summary

- 10+ Years of consulting, entrepreneurship, and leadership experience

- Green Marketing Specialist
- Green/Sustainable Business Expert

- LEED Accredited Professional – NC V2.2

- Candidate for Certificate In Sustainable Leadership (UC Irvine)

Non-Profit Experience

Young Jains of America (05-09)

Jain Networking Forum Committee Chair (Young Jains of America) 2006
Director of Project Development (Young Jains of America) 2006-07
Co-Chair (Young Jains of America) 2007-08
Advisor (Young Jains of America) 2008-20
Triumphantly Co-Chaired non-profit organization’s 2008 international convention. Coordinated 30 volunteers according to project plan concurrently meeting deadlines.
Built a new culture of accountability and teamwork that raised performance of individuals and the organization leading to a net surplus of 12% in 2008.

Special Events Planning

Mumbai Entertainment (2004-09)

Started-up and maintained cutting-edge company image by producing a various events tailor-fitted for customers resulting in business reaching average ROI of 400% on each event.
Leveraged partnerships with relevant industry organizations, increasing recognition for business.