Steven Bragonier

Chief Financial Officer

2017

CFO Consultant

2011 - 2017

Implement systems, processes and financial management to rapidly growing startup companies. Most recently (2016) sold Gainspeed to Nokia with a good return for the investors and the employees.

VP of Finance

2008 - 2011

* Pioneered the implementation of an international tax structure that withstood an IRS audit and saved the company over $30M in taxes. * Provided leadership and direction to a finance team that completed the S1 and was IPO ready. * Sold company to a China based company with profitable returns for the investors.

Chief Financial Officer

2001 - 2008

Financial Consulting Practice for NEA VC Portfolio Companies; Telegent Systems, Neoteris, Juniper Networks, Force 10 Networks; Financial Manager – NEA Indo U.S. VC fund in India * Played a key role in the transition of Neoteris into Netscreen and subsequently purchased by Juniper. * Implemented distribution reporting systems for Juniper for two tiered distribution channels. * Delivered consulting services to startups on Board presentations, operations management, financial and organizational planning, fundraising, and contract administration. * Assisted CEOs in performing executive leadership duties. * Pioneered the implementation of all accounting systems. * Performed talent acquisition and recruiting efforts for the team. * Managed human resources, finance, and IT functions. * Sold Neoteris to Netscreen with excellent return for investors.

Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer

2000 - 2001

* Negotiated large royalty contracts with Japanese based consumer companies. * Created and managed the finance team in performing at optimal levels. * Implemented audits and controls.

Chief Financial Officer & Vice President of Operations

1998 - 2000

* Directed executive leadership, financial stewardship, and accounting initiatives.

Controller / Director of Finance, International Operations

1983 - 1998

* Served as the corporate controller during IPO. * Relocated to Switzerland and setup 20+ international subsidiaries. * Held senior finance roles while the company grew form under a 100 to over 10,000 people. * Implemented information technology systems globally.