Dual GTE and CTI management roles in support of CTI s network build out and commercial launch within the license award criteria. As Senior GTE Manager responsible for oversight and logistical support to 100 in-country employees. As CTI Extended Network Manager to established seven regional offices in the build out of 900 cell sites. Selected to create a program management office to implement schedule, cost control and risk mitigation techniques

* The Massachusetts Office of International Trade and Investment (MOITI) is the Commonwealth’s primary international business development agency charged with promoting trade and investment and serves as the designated diplomatic advisor in developing and expanding Massachusetts (MA) exports and investment. * First Stop" for introducing the MA Innovative Ecosystem to Foreign Direct Investors ("FDI"). * Member of TEAM MASSACHUSETTS, Eastern Trade Council and District Export Council. * “Building Bridges” for MA companies going global, designated agency for the State Trade Expansion Program (STEP). Over $2.5M awarded to 220 small businesses in the past 4 years. * “Global Ambassador” to international government officials and businesses visiting MA. * Diplomatic Corps Liaison, supported 50+ members

Directed a 30-member Verizon team responsible for guiding Romtelecom’s transformation to a competitive carrier in collaboration with Greek (OTE) and Romanian colleagues. Implemented program management techniques that monitored financial and operational performance to ensure compliance with transformation initiatives. Represented Verizon to internal and external stakeholders including senior executives and governmental officials. Achieved efficiencies that significantly enhanced the value of Romtelecom shares for its initial public offering. Managed Verizon’s contractual responsibilities that resulted in exceeding P/L targets and customer satisfaction Managed the relocation of personnel (including families) to/from Romania and coordinated their in-country logistical support. Hosted events to promote cultural awareness and foster relationships between Greek, Romanian and US colleagues.

Provided managerial, financial and operations expertise to Verizon s multi-billion dollar European telecom (VONV, Eurotel, Gibraltar) portfolio. Cultivated relationships with joint venture partners, vendors and government representatives to promote and protect Verizon s interests. Attained approval of over $7 billion in dividends from VONV investment. Evaluated intercompany transactions ($1B) for adherence to OCED Transfer Pricing Guidelines and benchmarking best practices. Managed Verizon s analysis of M&A opportunities, some in excess of $500 million, to ensure value-added to portfolio.

* P&L responsibility for GTE Wireless’ domestic site construction and equipment installation program. Reorganized regional offices to enhance efficiencies and reduce costs. Cross-trained personnel to expand service offerings and drive revenue growth. * Marketed to non-GTE entities; increased sales revenue from $25 million to $35 million annually * Researched and Implemented new procedures that reduced equipment installation costs by 25%. * Streamlined business processes to improve responsiveness to customer RFPs * Responsible for adherence to ISO 9001 standards * In addition to domestic responsibilities, managed various (E,F&I) international telecom ventures: * Burkina Faso: GSM network build out * India: Due diligence of a telecommunications opportunity * Mexico: Wireless business start up and network build out * Sri Lanka: Member of consortium providing WLL services * Taiwan: GSM network build out

* Mobile Subscriber Equipment Business Manager * Needham, MA * Michigan Transmitter Facility Manager * Republic, MI * Financial Analyst/Program Administrator * Needham, MA