Doug Rippe

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT DOUG RIPPE

I’m an electrical engineer who trained and worked as an investment analyst—earning my MBA and CFA designation. My career has primarily focused on the intersection of finance, operations, and sales. That is where I have found opportunity and success.My experience is broad and varied and includes:• Software support, development, and research• Product management• Business development• Venture-stage investments• Mergers and acquisitions• Strategic planning• Financial planning and analysis• Investment analysis—buy-side and sell-side• Investment banking—buy-side and sell-side• Management consulting services• Sales support and sales management• Process improvement using Six-Sigma methodologies• Managing costing and pricing of products and services• Quantitative cost modeling of products and servicesI believe a key strength I bring to a team is the ability to operate effectively at the intersection of finance, operations, and sales. I understand the issues of each of these organizations, and I can provide leadership across these organizations to construct solutions that meet client needs.With my investment analyst background I approach opportunities by collecting and analyzing data, statistical analysis, and building quantitative models.With my operations background I approach opportunities by getting a feel for the project management of feasibility, cost, risk, quality, and service level agreements.With my sales background I approach opportunities by listening carefully to all stakeholders—especially the client, by building relationships on facts and trust, by following up on expectations, and by putting the client first.Some examples of personal and team success from my career include • Increased sales and profitability • Increased deal flow • Value creation through strategic M&A and investments• Faster turnaround for proposals • Automation of costing and quoting solutions• Increased adoption and accuracy of quantitative models