Ralph Valvano is a dynamic finance and operations executive with a track record of excellence. He is known for his results-oriented approach, providing strategic financial leadership and advising executive management to drive growth and scalability. Ralph has an extensive background in private equity, asset management, broker dealer, banking, M&A, and GAAP/SEC/SOX/IFRS. He has led teams in designing and implementing administrative, accounting, and budgeting functions, while creating and improving operational processes and controls. Ralph is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), and possesses Series 27 FinOp, Series 63 Securities Agent State Law, and SEC reporting experience. He has a BS in Accounting from William Paterson University of New Jersey and studied MS in Accounting/Tax at Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus. Ralph has held several leadership roles, including CFO/COO Private Equity & Investment Banking at Tatum/RRV Consulting, CFO/COO, J.C. Flowers Asset Management LLC at J.C. Flowers & Co. LLC, Executive Director, Investment Bank Management Controller at JPMorgan Chase, and Financial Services Auditor at PricewaterhouseCoopers.