Avi Joined Spark Unlimited as Controller in November 2007 and assumed the role of VP of Finance in April 2008. He directs the firm s financial and accounting functions and manages Spark s programs such as corporate governance and insurance. Prior to joining Spark Unlimited, Avi served as VP Finance & Administration for Artwork Systems and Esko Graphics, both software developers for the graphic arts and printing industries. He also served as a financial consultant for PackageX, an international internet company providing solutions for packaging and prepress professionals and was an assistant VP of Finance at Brentwood Associated, a private equity investment firm based in Los Angeles. He graduated from California State University of Northridge, where he received a bachelor s degree in business administration and a master degree in finance from California State University of Los Angeles.