Bio

From my early-career experience at a startup to today’s role as SVP of Partnerships at Wells Fargo, I have developed an understanding of managing the hurdles and risks central to building a business. I can bring a board of directors expertise in venture capital, private equity, product strategy, executive-level communications and emerging technologies. I am well-positioned to provide insight and value to companies seeking capital and forging partnerships with corporate clients. SEED TO PRE-IPO ADVISOR I guide early-stage companies through the complex labyrinth of requirements demanded for enterprise acceptance and help startups to shape their business models. • I have steered more than 100 startups in the past three years, providing intelligence on relationship building with VCs, investors, and marquis clients. • Under my guidance, a pre-IPO company closed a multi-year, multi-million-dollar contract with Wells Fargo in a record one-week timeframe. INVESTOR RELATIONS With more than a decade strategizing investor relations messaging for C-suite presentations and leading institutional investor roadshow management, I deliver insights on investor priorities. • During my ten years as Investor Relations VP at Wells Fargo, I was part of a high-performing team ranked Best Investor Relations by Institutional Investor. • I launched a Wells Fargo investor targeting program that expanded the number of executives interfacing with the community by five times. FINANCIAL INTELLIGENCE I have a solid understanding of financial statements and SEC filings. • I developed and managed the financial information messaging for Wells Fargo’s investment community. • I bring financial accountability as a steward of an enterprise’s assets and reputation. SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS My cross-functional and leadership experience in large corporate, venture capital, private equity, startup, and consulting environments makes me a sought-after speaker. I enjoy engaging with audiences on leadership and innovation. My mission is to share my experience and help guide you to business success. You can contact me at cgacad@chicagobooth.edu.