Xcel

When I am not working …

Though I was born in Romania and became an adopted Californian,I truly see myself as a global citizen, having worked and traveled in over 35 countries.

I am a husband, friend, mentor, coach, brother, and son, with family and friends at the core of my life. Their importance guides my life planning and decisions. I’ve had the privilege of working with great companies and meeting incredible people, many of whom have become cherished friends and even business partners.

My passions include reading, traveling, cooking, and enjoying fine wine. Sports have significantly shaped my life, teaching me that failure is acceptable as long as you learn, improve, and try again. Through sports, I’ve gained resilience, teamwork, and leadership skills. Tennis and skiing remain my active pursuits, while judo has been a ong-time practice.

These experiences continually inspire me to grow and connect, both personally and professionally.

1999-2022

Key stages of career

1992		Individual Contributor: Project Manager, Process Engineer, Black Belt Several individual contributor positions in Medical Device industry
1997		Plant Manager
1999		General Manager -Consolidate 1997-2000 in Several General Manager and Plant Manager positions in Medical Device and Energy sectors
2000		Plant Manager
2004		Multi-site Executive Director in electronics manufacturing sector -energy sector
2008		Vice President and General Manager Business unit in energy sector
2010		Functional Vice President.
2012		Vice President of Global Operations for Business Unit in electronics manufacturing sector
2018		Chief Operating Officer (COO) electronics contract manufacturing sector
2021		Entrepreneur
2022		Founder

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Financial independence offers the freedom to pursue your passions, freeing you from the limitations of traditional employment. There are many paths to achieve this. My journey toward this freedom has involved semi-absentee business ownership and passive investments.

Instead of relying solely on a single high-income source, I chose to diversify by embracing roles as both an investor and an entrepreneur. I actively and passively invest in businesses, helping them grow and achieve successful exits. My passion for the stock market has driven many of my successful investments, but I continue to be a lifelong learner in the field.

When we collaborate, I’ll guide you in structuring your business for independence, enabling you to explore additional investments and achieve your own “FIRE” (Financial Independence, Retire Early). Together, we can lay the foundation for a future where you have the freedom to focus on what truly matters to you.