Christopher Wilder

• Client Acquisition and Relationship Management: Proactively sourced and contacted international clients to assess and meet their financial needs, rapidly establishing rapport and trust through effective telephone communications. Developed and maintained strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
• Market Research and Strategic Outreach: Conducted extensive market research to identify new industry opportunities and decision-makers within prospective client organizations.
• Record Keeping and Compliance: Diligently maintained accurate records of all transactions, client communications, and essential documents, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.

Managerial and Leadership Experience:

• Directed board discussions, documented resolutions, and collaboratively set aligned financial and operational goals to advance the organization's strategic vision.
• Conducted annual evaluations of Board members and provided guidance to staff, fostering accountability and driving performance improvements across the organization.
• Managed daily operations and oversaw an eighty-employee operation, handling tasks from budgeting and scheduling to enhancing departmental efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Developed strong and strategic relationships with key international stakeholders, including government officials and funders, supporting organizational influence and operational success.

Investment Experience:

• Successfully secured capital from private equity firms within the agriculture sector, honing expertise in navigating complex investor relations and financing negotiations.
• Experience in managing investment capital between $100k-$10M.
• Conducted thorough evaluations of potential mergers and acquisitions, providing strategic advice on capital structuring to ensure financial efficiency and growth.

Operational Experience:

• Developed and implemented comprehensive marketing strategies to boost brand awareness and online visibility, establishing key performance metrics to track ROI and customer growth effectively.
• Generated over 1,000 leads via networking, cold calls, and email campaigns, significantly impacting business growth. Prepared detailed weekly sales performance reports for executive review, ensuring strategic alignment and response.
• Delivered exceptional customer service throughout the sales process, contributing to the operational success of a business generating over $2M in annual revenue.

Financial Responsibilities:

• Provided strategic capital structures for future investments and prepared comprehensive financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow analyses to guide corporate financial strategy.
• Conducted in-depth financial and market analyses to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and competitive insights, enhancing business growth and operational effectiveness.
• Managed communication with stockholders and investors, effectively presenting key financial data and trends essential for informed decision-making and successful capital raising.
• Oversaw consistent monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reporting to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and strategic alignment.

• Farm Monitoring and Analysis: Monitored farm progress through regular visits and detailed analysis of historical data, identifying trends and changes in production methods. Conducted comprehensive field evaluations to pinpoint improvement opportunities in farming operations.
• Strategic Planning and Financial Management: Assisted clients in developing strong business plans and performed detailed financial analyses, including budgeting, forecasting, and investment evaluation for farms.
• Regulatory Compliance and Policy Review: Ensured strict compliance with agricultural laws, reviewed government policies to provide informed feedback, and maintained up-to-date practices and adherence to regulations.
• Operational Support: Supported farm operations, including the handling of supplies, assisting with planting, cultivating, and harvesting activities, ensuring efficient production processes.