Business

Pillar 1: Business – Strategic Growth & Brand Leadership

I believe great businesses grow by staying bold, focused, and relentlessly people-first. Whether launching a brand from scratch or navigating complex acquisitions, I thrive at turning strategic vision into measurable momentum.

My approach blends operational discipline with creative agility—scaling businesses through capital strategy, P&L leadership, market expansion, and team alignment. With over 15 years leading in the telecom, wireless, and broadband space, I’ve transformed companies from deficit to profitability, built brands from the ground up, and helped teams outperform expectations.

My commitment is long-term: sustainable growth, service-first culture, and impact that reaches beyond the balance sheet.

Business Accomplishments:

Delivered 40%+ YoY growth for 3 consecutive years at Lakeland Internet, with up to 48% growth in fiber expansion zones
Raised $1.4M+ in capital through strategic outreach, public/private partnerships, and government collaboration
Directed the successful integration of multiple acquisitions, aligning operations, processes, and brand strategy
Launched and scaled Lakeland+ Care, contributing to a 98% customer satisfaction rating
Coordinated and led executive leadership training programs across Surack Enterprises to strengthen alignment and execution
Led the design and approval of six broadband tower builds to expand rural coverage in Allen County
Collaborated with C-level leadership on business strategy, capital planning, and growth modeling
Represented companies at industry trade shows, increasing brand visibility and forming key growth partnerships
Invited panelist and speaker at conferences on broadband expansion and leadership strategy
Actively contributed to industry working groups, helping shape policy and improve tools across broadband cooperatives and associations

Key Strengths:

Business Development & Growth Strategy
Brand Portfolio Management & Positioning
Capital Strategy & Stakeholder Engagement
Strategic Planning & Execution
P&L and Operations Management
Industry Representation & Thought Leadership
$4.4M+ Total Capital Secured
10x Revenue Growth

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