Vetted Executive & Leadership Professionals in Michigan

Paul Boehms

Screened ReferencesStrong rec.

Executive COO/CFO specializing in operational excellence, finance transformation, and M&A integration

Grand Rapids and Detroit, MI25y exp

“COO/operator with 12 years in law firm environments who founded an HR consulting startup under Clark Hill PLC, building the full go-to-market, pricing, and standardized service delivery playbooks (including a payroll-percentage fractional HR retainer model). Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with proven results in both manufacturing (raising rooftop AC output from 20 to 50 units/week) and professional services (cut ~1 week from invoicing to improve cash flow). Also runs financial operations for a fast-growing nonprofit sports club (600+ participants).”

“Product-focused operator with ~20 years experience helping both large companies and newer market entrants launch successful products, with a strong emphasis on disciplined product-market fit in emerging markets. Has personal investing exposure as an LP in two private funds and is researching seed-stage angel investing, and is motivated to found a consumer/software venture built with lean execution and clear defensibility.”

Sudhir Sagi

Screened

Executive technology and operations leader specializing in connected vehicle SaaS and IoT

Novi, MI28y exp

“Candidate indicated they do not have a business plan or startup, are not familiar with the venture capital/accelerator landscape, and explicitly requested to withdraw their application because the position does not seem like the right fit.”

“Healthcare-focused operator/investor with multiple emerging startup ideas, including a patented fish oil formulation backed by a published NEJM clinical trial and a fermentation-based functional ingredients company restart. Brings a patient-first mindset, experience leading companies in incubator settings, and a distinctly investor-driven lens on commercialization, fundraising, and cap table strategy.”

Bradley Krupkin

Screened ReferencesStrong rec.

Executive Digital Marketing Leader specializing in performance media, SEO, and e-commerce growth

Troy, MI15y exp

“Paid media strategist with ~25 years of client-facing performance marketing experience, owning seven-figure monthly budgets across Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and Meta. Led an international North America campaign for Pirelli Tires that increased unit sales 37% in under a year, and has a track record of using rigorous testing and attribution to reallocate spend (including shifting budget from outdoor to digital to fill a luxury apartment building). Experienced advising automotive clients through 2025 market headwinds and retaining major accounts by translating complex performance data into decisive action.”

DAVID WOODBURY

Screened ReferencesStrong rec.

Executive COO/CRO and growth consultant specializing in scaling founder-led businesses

Grand Rapids, MI18y exp

“Serial founder and agency leader (recent agency exit with completed 3-year earn-out) currently serving as COO but prefers CEO/founder role. Spun Camp Native out of an agency after spotting a hospitality tech gap, raised venture funding, scaled partnerships to 800+ properties, and led the company to a private equity acquisition. Uses AI tools to dramatically accelerate go-to-market, research, and validation cycles.”

“Former high-level AAU player and Michigan State basketball player (6 years) who now runs a basketball training LLC (40for40basketball) with 50+ consistent clients. Leverages college/AAU connections plus social media scouting and frequent on-camera content (TikTok/IG Reels/Facebook) to help athletes improve skills and increase recruiting exposure.”

“Hockey pathway mentor and current Senior A (MIHL) player with experience from AA travel through ACHA D2 at Davenport University, plus a full-time role at a Grand Rapids athletic training facility and part-time work at a hockey pro shop. Brings an active network of coaches and NAHL connections, and has directly mentored players using film-based development plans that helped them progress to AAA and earn NCAA D3 opportunities.”