Chief Financial Officer
SmarterKidscomExcelligence Learning Corp
Jan 1997 - Jan 2001 (4 years 1 month)
Played a prominent leadership role in transitioning the company from an educational game studio into a leading online edtech/e-commerce company.
• Raised over $100M in total funding (Angel/Venture/IPO).
• Led the IPO and represented the company to Wall Street and the investment community.
• Responsible for Finance, Treasury, FP&A, Tax, HR, Administration, IR, and SEC compliance.
• Led a reverse merger with Early Childhood, Inc, resulting in the formation and public listing of Excelligence Learning Corp.