Karl has over 20 years of business experience in operational and financial roles. He has worked in roles including President of a software company and CFO of a distribution company. Additionally, he spent over five years with Texas Commerce Bank (now JP Morgan Chase) in operational roles. He has provided financial consulting services to software, manufacturing, distribution, and professional service companies. His experience has included a wide range of situations including turnarounds and rapid growth situations. Karl is a Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) accredited by the National Association of Certified Valuation Analyst. He joined the firm in 2006. He actively participates in the Turnaround Management Association and the Rice Business Network. Karl has a B.A. in Economics and an MBA, both from Rice University. He is married with two children.