STRATEGIC & TRANSFORMATIVE EXECUTIVE | GROWTH STAGE | M&A, CAPITAL STRATEGY, AND OPERATIONAL SCALE
Proven executive with a strong track record of scaling high-growth, venture backed companies from early stages through exit. Deep expertise in aligning operational and financial strategy with long-term growth, profitability, and investor expectations. Adept at building resilient infrastructure, leading cross-functional teams, and navigating complex inflection points from capital raises and M&A, to business model pivots and technology adoption. Known for bridging vision and execution, with a unique ability to drive transformation while maintaining financial discipline. Trusted partner to founders, executives, boards, and investors.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Co-Founder, CEO, & Board Member at Onto Health, San Francisco
April 2024 — Present
Lead Onto Health’s mission to democratize access to specialty healthcare, with a primary focus on fertility.
Oversee strategic growth, operations, compliance, and financial performance, positioning the company for scale and sustainability.
Spearhead innovative business models, including embryology lab standardization, mid-level fertility specialists in clinics, and strategic partnerships to expand access.
Drive business development, fundraising, and investor relations, securing key partnerships and setting milestones for Series A funding.
Execute a merger and acquisition strategy, including the acquisition of Rocky Mountain Fertility (December 2024) and the opportunistic evaluation of other assets to build a comprehensive fertility ecosystem.
Develop revenue-generating models, optimizing clinic partnerships, and care pipelines to improve patient outcomes.
Champion people-first culture, integrating ONTO values: Outcome-Driven, Noble Actions, Trailblazing Innovation, and Offering Connection.
CEO & Board Member at Mate Fertility, Los Angeles
January 2022 — April 2024
Led Mate Fertility from an early-stage startup to a successful exit, positioning the company as an innovator in fertility care.
Developed and executed a strategic plan to drive both short- and long-term growth, ensuring financial sustainability and operational excellence.
Raised capital through a Series A fundraise and executed a debt facility, securing critical funding to scale operations.
Established and led a Medical Advisory Board, bringing together key clinical experts to strengthen company credibility and strategy.
Designed and implemented business development strategies, expanding partnerships and revenue channels to fuel company growth.
Built a data-driven culture by defining OKRs, key performance metrics, and operational systems to enhance decision-making and efficiency.
Managed Board relations, investor communications, and key strategic partnerships, ensuring long-term success and stakeholder alignment.
Standardized key processes in clinical operations, embryology labs, and patient intake, setting the foundation for sustainable scalability.
Head of Finance at Mate at Fertility, Los Angeles
August 2021 — January 2022
Built Mate’s financial infrastructure from the ground up to support rapid scaling.
Designed and implemented GAAP-compliant accounting systems, pro forma models, and scenario-based forecasting.
Managed financial reporting, hiring models, burn analysis, and investor-ready metrics.
Created and operationalized foundational OKRs and KPIs to align teams with strategic goals.
Built investor and corporate data rooms to ensure compliance and facilitated fundraising.
Director, Financial Planning & Analysis at RFX, Inc, Boston
July 2020 — June 2021
Oversaw financial strategy, planning, and performance analysis for a multi-division organization.
Led budgeting, forecasting, and audit oversight across business units, driving operational improvements and accountability.
Delivered strategic reporting and decision support to C-suite leadership across functions.
Initiated and implemented cross-functional systems changes that enhanced transparency and scalability.
Consulting Controller / CFO at Keen Business Solutions, Los Angeles
June 2011 — July 2020
Partnered with early-stage and growth companies to align financial operations with strategic objectives.
Delivered full-stack finance leadership across accounting systems, cash flow, compliance, and board reporting.
Implemented scalable infrastructure and KPIs to support rapid growth and margin expansion.
Provided hands-on operational guidance to protect business continuity and ensure audit and legal compliance.
Senior Analyst / Assistant Controller at Income Research + Management, Boston
September 2007 — April 2011
Supported the firm’s financial planning and reporting functions through modeling and performance analysis.
Managed monthly close process, reconciliations, payroll, and full AP/AR cycles across departments.
Built dynamic forecasting and ABC (Activity-Based Costing) models to enhance planning accuracy and resource allocation.
Partnered cross-functionally to standardize reporting processes and improve data visibility.
Assisted with audit preparation, internal controls, pricing models, and compliance documentation.
Strengthened internal reporting infrastructure to support ongoing business growth and regulatory readiness.
Lead Operations Specialist / Custody Fund Accountant at Investors Bank & Trust, Boston
March 2004 — April 2007
Executed daily fund accounting operations and financial reporting for institutional portfolios.
Calculated NAV, processed trades, and prepared audit packages.
Played a key role in system testing and implementation of new operational workflows.
Ensured compliance with reporting standards across all funds.
EDUCATION
BA, Simmons College, Boston
September 1999 — May 2003
SKILLS
Fundraising
Business Transformation
M&A
Strategic Planning
Business Development
Governance
Legal & Compliance
FP&A
Audit
Operations