Christian Marquez

Strategist Innovative, diligent, and results-oriented strategist with experience within the overall scope of the M&A corporate strategy in identifying, assessing, and evaluating new opportunities. Able to perform analysis on targets by gathering data, identifying most appropriate quantitative/qualitative analysis tools such as due diligence. Displays analytical and financial modeling skills to support strategic initiatives or long-term plans, as well as build models and prepare valuations to support investment decisions. Adept at leading strategic transformation projects, multidimensional teams, and cultivating relationships with client representatives at executive level to provide robust advice and guidance across several areas.

• VP of Product Strategy, ChloePay, Boca Raton, FL, 2022-01-01, Present, Direct the full lifecycle of the partnering / M&A process including identification, diligence, integration, and driving continuous improvement of relationships with strategic partners., Identify and acquire businesses to extend business reach into new markets, perform in-depth market research, and collaborate with regional/global functions to identify candidates to fill offering gaps., Oversee research, financial modelling, and management presentations for domestic opportunities., Build, prepare, and maintain financial models and strategic analysis for business owners to help answer high-priority questions., Increased revenue by 75%+, having a direct impact on P&I, through strategic management of partnering and the M&A process., Expanded services into new markets and countries by the creation of a strategic roadmap to identify key offering gaps to be addressed through partnerships and M&A initiatives.
• Internship, West Fourth Partners Private Equity Firm, New York, NY, 2021-01-01, 2021-12-31, Gathered and evaluated customer/investment data and performed due diligence (analysis) on the buyside and gained an understanding of private equity investments., Conducted in-depth industry research to identify potential investment opportunities., Drafted an investment thesis leading to the assessment of future opportunities., Completed valuation of 100+ different companies.
• Director of Customer Strategy, Creative Marketing Partners, Boca Raton, FL, 2015-01-01, 2021-12-31, Oversaw the activities of a team of 30+ FTEs leading simultaneous projects from ideation to completion., Implemented project work streams and aligned strategic initiatives with high-level client objectives in collaboration with multifunctional colleagues., Guided clients (500+) through competitor analysis, trend mapping, and customer satisfaction as a trusted and influential advisor., Improved account retention, conversion rates, and productivity through the implementation of innovative strategies and frameworks., Recognized for outstanding contributions as top performer against revenue generation and account acquisition KPIs., Increased brand recognition across core segments through strategic leadership of a major strategy project valued at $500K including oversight of content creation, branding, and campaign development.
• Private Equity Analyst (Summer Associate), Seneca Trails Capital, Houston, TX, 2020-01-01, 2020-12-31, Conducted detailed analysis of industries with significant growth potential based on the established investment criteria and risk appetite., Performed due diligence activities (market research, trend analysis, financial modeling, and valuations) for 100+ potential investments., Rebalanced portfolios based on in-depth analysis., Successfully reached 5K+ prospective acquisitions through the creation of engaging marketing campaigns., Evaluated 500+ financial forecasts and budgets for prospective investors in collaboration with senior colleagues., Developed 10 financial models to support buy/sell recommendations in the Semiconductor and Real Estate industries.
• Director of Business Sales & Strategy, Volant Technologies, Miami, FL, 2013-01-01, 2015-12-31, Led the definition of core business strategy to enable entry into competitive and lucrative new markets., Gathered, tracked, and analyzed sales performance metrics to determine ROI and determine improvement opportunities., Cultivated multifunctional relationships with partners across the business (Marketing, Finance (FinTech), and Operations teams)., Grew revenue by 200% by expanding the portfolio to include five new products., Produced sustainable revenue growth and increased market share by driving strategic initiatives designed to uncover and exploit new revenue streams., Launched an innovative product implementation strategy based on data-driven insights., Evaluated and improved pricing strategies and marketing plans and developed/implemented a detailed distribution and media strategy.
• Business Development Manager, Volant Technologies, 2012-01-01, 2013-12-31
• Sales & Client Strategy Associate, Airstox Corp., 2010-01-01, 2012-12-31
• Intelligence Specialist, US Navy, 2005-01-01, 2008-12-31