Tim Lawrence

About Tim Lawrence

CEO with a track record of scaling private credit and mobility ventures to over $1B in originations and $250M in assets under management, delivering sustained double-digit shareholder returns. Experienced in leading organizations through strategic growth, operational transformation, disciplined capital deployment in complex, regulated markets, preparing for exit readiness, and targeting and acquiring M&A opportunities. Proven ability to assess and act on strategic opportunities that strengthen enterprise value — from building scalable AI-enabled fintech infrastructure to structuring capital stacks that balance growth with risk management. Skilled in leading multi-state operations with $90M+ in annual payment volume and direct capital allocation authority on high-value transactions.Known for fostering high-trust, high-performance teams, aligning leadership around clear strategic objectives, and delivering results that endure beyond market cycles. Driven by a commitment to build organizations that perform at the highest level while serving customers, partners, and stakeholders with integrity.Some books that have shaped how I lead: Dare to Lead by Brené Brown, Double Double by Cameron Herald, Conscious Capitalism by John Mackey, and The 6 Types of Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni. Also, yes — Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is my favorite in the series.At the end of the day, I’m motivated by building things that matter — organizations where people thrive, customers are valued, and purpose is never an afterthought.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Lhph Capital

   May 2021 — Present · San Diego County, CA, US

   As CEO of this national specialty finance and mobility infrastructure firm, I led strategic growth from an early-stage startup to a multi-state operation with over $1B in originations. I built a professional executive team and oversaw the implementation of AI-enabled fintech systems for underwriting, real-time performance monitoring, and risk management. I guided the company to 52% compound annual revenue growth and delivered consistent shareholder returns averaging 26%. My leadership focus included capital markets strategy, scalable system architecture, and cultural development through CliftonStrengths-based alignment and strategic planning.

Education

• University of San Diego

  M.A., Marriage & Family Therapy

  2005 — 2007

• Point Loma Nazarene University

  B.A., Philosophy/Theology

  1999 — 2003

• Point Loma Nazarene University

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

  2013 — 2019

Skills

• Orthopedic
• Operating Room
• Surgeons
• Medical Devices
• Surgical Instruments
• Surgery
• Market Development
• Sales Operations
• Product Launch
• Orthopedics
• Team Building
• Sales Effectiveness
• Sales Management
• Medical Sales
• Healthcare
• Sales Force Development
• Lean Six Sigma
• Salesforce.com
• Working with Surgeons