CHRISTIANA MOFFA

1937 Pelham Ave. #6 cm71ee74@westpost.net (310) 353-6442 (C)

Los Angeles, CA 90025 www.linkedin.com/in/
moffa (310) 441-0769 (H)

CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE

REAL ESTATE * RETAIL * ENTERTAINMENT * EMERGING MARKETS
Dynamic management professional with more than 15 years of experience in public
and privatized businesses, versed in all facets of day-to-day operations. In sea
rch of a career opportunity that will maximize core strengths and build upon int
erests in the field of corporate development, or in applicable areas where said
expertise is needed to grow or reorganize company infrastructure.
KEY STRENGTHS
* CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT: Assist emerging companies with the creation
of business planning documents and growth milestones, leading to financing strat
egy and outreach or the identification of partnership alignments. Industries of
focus: Biotech, CleanTech, Entertainment, Hospitality, Non-Profit, Retail/Desig
n.
* DEAL MAKER & INNOVATIVE VALUE GENERATOR: Maximize investment potential by find
ing opportunities, creating dynamic business linkages, developing efficient solu
tions, and guiding valuation process across multiple industries. Extensive vent
ure capital and private equity rolodex, with key principal contacts.
* BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & SALES DIRECTOR: Drive dynamic internal and externals sa
les initiatives, qualifying and closing warm leads while creatively sourcing new
leads via networking, client referrals, and targeted communication with compani
es in industries of interest.
* MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS PROFESSIONAL: Skilled in the origination of corporate
collateral, relaying mission/vision statements and customer programs. Drafted a
ward-winning annual reports and advertising campaigns for multi-billion dollar p
ublic company; current specialty blogger for base of 2000+ subscribers.
* EXECUTIVE RELATIONSHIP MANAGER: Strong melding approach to spearheading commu
nication with senior management, investors and other company stakeholders during
negotiations and operations. 10+ years managing multi-disciplinary teams throug
h deadline-sensitive and complex development processes.
EXPERIENCE
Engagement Partner, GROWTHINK, INC, Los Angeles, CA (Apr '08-Mar '10; Contractor
as of Apr '10)
* Led team of consultants and salespeople, responsible for generating and develo
ping projects on a P&L basis. Managed strategic planning and investment banking
clients, across industries and disciplines. Key clients: Angionics, AptoTec, Fi
lmbanc, Precision Time, BacTech, V Starr Interiors, Cherub Media.
* Built relationship with CEO of Canadian public company, BacTech Corp, for even
tual $63K retained engagement encompassing a clean tech re-branding strategy and
outreach to investors and/or buyers. Milestone deal for Growthink IB practice.
* Creatively sourced mall watch retailer Precision Time, which subsequently enga
ged with Growthink for a $4MM+ capital raise and/or buy-out of majority investor
; in continuing diligence discussions with VC fund out of Houston, TX.
* Worked with notable executives to identify and implement growth initiatives -
signed Venus Williams' V Starr Interiors for five-year plan creation and expansi
on of company into the commercial design arena.
* Contracted with Brazilian mass-transit firm for domestic/international market-
entry and financing strategy; traveled to Porto Alegre and Rio de Janeiro to mee
t with incubating government organizations and ministers.
* Growthink Ambassador at events and conferences (Inc. 500/5000) speaking to fir
m practice areas and contributing to the Blog with networking series "Growthink
on the Town."
* Venture rainmaker: build firm relationships with VC and PE groups, as well as
with strategic partners and affiliates.
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VP, Corporate Development, IVAN KANE ENTERPRISES, INC., Los Angeles, CA (Jan '0
6-Jan '08)
* Developed corporate practices for burgeoning Nightlife Company - focus on huma
n resources, operations, compliance, legal and insurance. Revised and augmented
all related manuals and handbooks.
* Worked with IKE attorney to prepare PPM and close round of $1.2MM from accredi
ted/Angel investors; conducted diligence via gathering of applicable subscriptio
n agreements and questionnaires.
* Oversaw construction, permitting, and development of new venues, working with
GCs as well as jurisdictional officials to insure proper certifications, buildin
g code and licensing.
* Managed monthly budgets, analyzing expenses and revenues to maximize profit; c
onducted semi-monthly payroll and administered related benefits.
Business Development Director, AQUENT, LLC, Los Angeles, CA (May '05-Nov '05)
* Creative Liaison for 100+ entertainment and corporate clients - built internal
and external creative departments.
* Strategically grew client base, adding four new flagship clients including Neu
trogena.
* Consistently beat sales goals by 7%
Regional Business Development Mgr, GENERAL GROWTH PROPERTIES, Los Angeles, CA (D
ec '02-May '05)
* Led $10MM specialty leasing program for a portfolio of six regional shopping m
alls in southern and central CA.
* Top-grossing alternative revenue generator for two consecutive years.
* Canvassed local tenants for both common area and in-line spaces; maintained 90
% + occupancy levels in a difficult and declining retail market.
Director, Investor Communications, GENERAL GROWTH PROPERTIES, Chicago, IL (Oct '
99-Dec '02)
* Drafted and art-directed award-winning annual reports for public REIT on the N
YSE.
* Worked with company executives to communicate to Wall Street analysts and inst
itutional shareholders.
* Copy-wrote and edited press releases for distribution to the AP wire re earnin
gs, acquisitions and programs.
Associate REIT Analyst, EVEREN SECURITIES, Chicago, IL (Sep '97-Oct '99)
* Researched and reported on a universe of nearly 120 REITs under coverage; cond
ucted semi-monthly total return statistical index. Began as Research Associate,
promoted in six months with First Union/Wachovia acquisition.
* Organized and planned property road show for buy-side analysts and fund manage
rs.
Administrative Assistant, JP MORGAN & CO., Chicago, IL (Jan '96-July '97)
* Assisted VP of Corporate Administration with billing, disaster recovery planni
ng, and general HR duties.
1993-1996: Work history supplied upon request - part-time retail work with The L
imited; overseas travel.
EDUCATION
BA in International Studies
Miami University, Oxford, OH - 1993 Minors
French, Geography

Foreign Languages Studied

French (advanced proficiency)
Honors
YWCA Leader Award, Chicago 1997; 2001 MAXI Award for Best Corporate Ad Campaign
Memberships/Continuing Education
National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences (GRAMMYs); CA Real Estate Salesper
son License (pending); Southern California Venture Network; California Capital S
ummit.