ACG Detroit | Economic Crossroads: Tariffs, Trade, and Transformation

As a partner in our global services practice, I specialize in helping clients explore, establish, launch, and operate business ventures beyond the borders of their country of origin. This includes a range of companies, from privately held middle market businesses looking to complete their first international venture to multinational corporations with global operations.

Since I opened Plante Moran’s Monterrey, Mexico office, I’ve continued to build relationships with colleagues, clients, and business leaders in all of our international locations (Shanghai, China; Mumbai, India; and Tokyo, Japan) and many other countries that are of interest to foreign investors. Clients often describe me as a “global concierge” thanks to my 25 years of experience creating relationships, breaking down barriers, and helping them navigate cross-border business matters.

I’ve helped hundreds of companies start, expand, and improve their operations by leveraging the experience I’ve gained by truly getting on the ground and knowing the people and their customs — no matter which country we’re doing business in. My expertise includes global expansion strategy; global risk and compliance; business case development and validation; site selection and incentive negotiation; investment structuring and incorporation; operational due diligence; import/export issues, strategic sourcing; operational startup assistance; mergers and acquisitions; and cultural bridge building.

I’m a regular speaker at events and seminars related to expanding globally and the current geopolitical environment. I’ve also been quoted in printed and electronic media regarding the current global business climate, trends, and opportunities. I have a B.S. in mechanical engineering with a minor in business administration. I attended ITESM (Monterrey Tec) in Monterrey, Mexico, and Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO.

Visionary, strategic and integrity driven leader with global, national, and statewide experience across multiple industries, economic development, and educational institutions. Experienced in operations management, manufacturing environments and across service industries. Proven record of building awareness and championing industry and initiatives.

Results driven by setting strategic roadmaps, objectives and measuring success through key performance indicators. Adept at navigating the political landscape. Experience in international trade, national policy, and state/community advocacy. Seasoned at communications strategy, media relations and serving as a voice and spokesperson. Respected leader and consensus builder committed to collaboration, relationships, and advancing the development and growth of the team. and community.

Passionate and committed to promoting, retaining and growing the automotive industry and the Detroit Region and State of Michigan as the global center of mobility.