Palindrome Advisors is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to change how leaders give back. With over one hundred Founding Advisors and thirty nonprofit partners, Palindrome links the nonprofit world with executive level leaders that give back through a number of programs, including but not limited to: serving on the board of a nonprofit (the Palindrome Pledge), mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs, engaging in volunteering programs and nonprofit-based salons, and dedicating time and resources to building tools specifically for nonprofit partners. Palindrome was founded in May 2010 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Engaged in real estate related activities including buyer/seller representation, investment, and financing (both residential & commercial); specializing in the San Francisco Bay area.

California licensed real estate/mortgage broker
Member National Association of Realtors, California Association of Realtors,
San Diego Association of Realtors, San Francisco Association of Realtors

Senior Research Manager, Technology, Media & Telecommunications, Western United States. Reporting directly to the group Vice President. Developed, trained and orchestrated a team of researchers serving a broad portfolio of clients primarily in San Francisco, Los Angeles and Dallas including major hedge funds, venture capital funds, and private equity groups. 3 direct reports.
Consistent leader in overall client usage (both individually and as a team)

Senior Council Manager, Semiconductors, Hardware, and Telecommunications, Worldwide. Responsible for worldwide recruiting and relationship management of senior semiconductors and electronics experts including chief executives, directors, and vice presidents. 1 direct report.
Doubled the size of relevant expert group in under a year.

Dielectric Systems and Modules Product Business Group
Business Development Manager. Directly responsible for largest business group account (~$200 million/year revenue). Managed all product penetration, spec negotiation, engineering project prioritization, tool configuration, and long term product positioning strategy for all Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) products.
Improved Plasma Enhanced CVD marketshare at newest 300mm fab by 24%.

Total Product Support Regional Manager, Europe. Reporting to the Senior Director of the Product Support Group. Managed/trained group of specialized engineers responsible for installation and long term support of semiconductor manufacturing equipment at customer sites throughout Europe. Negotiated and controlled individual installation and warranty budgets of ~$200 thousand per tool. Responsible for customer satisfaction, escalation containment, non-conformance management, and system performance for CVD products. 5 direct reports.
Improved customer satisfaction report card score at key strategic account from 63 to 85 in 1 quarter through aggressive customer visit schedule and robust communication.

Total Product Support Engineer. Managed largest product group 300mm installation/ramp project in 2003 (~$45 million revenue). Controlled warranty budget through aggressive vendor management. Orchestrated communication between customer, account teams, engineering, marketing, and management while traveling internationally >70%.
Recognized with team of the quarter award both Q2 and Q3 2003.
Increased customer satisfaction of key 300mm line from 60 to 100% during tenure.

Transistor and Capacitor Product Business Group
Total Product Support Engineer. Installed and repaired Sub-Atmospheric CVD equipment tools at customer sites worldwide. Coordinated efforts of marketing, manufacturing, and engineering.
Recognized as 300mm platform expert in half the standard training time.

Sixth Fleet forward deployed flag ship, Combat Information Center Officer. Directed primary computer/radar area on US/NATO command ship based in Italy. Administered training program for over 500 people with annual budget of ~$300 thousand. Supervised and trained 22 Operations Specialists.

Awarded 2nd Navy Commendation Medal for superior performance of duties.
Qualified Tactical Action Officer, in charge of weapons employment and ship's defense.

Arleigh Burke class guided missile destroyer, Fire Control Officer. Responsible for operation and upkeep of Aegis Weapons System in preparation for and during Arabian Gulf deployment. Supervised 25 technicians.

Qualified Officer of the Deck, Air Warfare Coordinator, and Engineering Officer of the Watch; responsible for the safe navigation of the ship, coordination of air defense assets, and overall operation of engineering plant.

Arleigh Burke class guided missile destroyer, Maintenance Availability Coordinator. Coordinated $5 million, 90 day project. Handled all communications, job tracking, and schedule conflict resolution. Supervised 5 engineers.

Awarded Navy Commendation Medal for superior performance of duties.