Work

Businesses I built. Rules I navigated.

Three chapters that taught me different sides of the same discipline. Each one demanded a different mix of legal rigor, operational craft, and on the ground problem solving.

Founder & Operator·Dominican Republic

Lo Pecao Seafood Bistro

A seafood bistro built from concept to opening day. I led brand identity, menu development, supplier sourcing, training, health and safety compliance, and catering operations.

Designed and launched the brand identity from scratch.
Built a supplier network for fresh ingredients with reliable margins.
Wrote and delivered the staff training program.
Ran health and safety compliance from inspection to daily operations.
Opened a catering arm to extend revenue beyond the dining room.

Founder·Dominican Republic

Canela Beading Studio

A retail and direct import operation for beads and craft supplies. I built the sourcing relationships, inventory systems, and brand presence on social.

Established direct import relationships overseas to control margins.
Built inventory and reorder systems that ran without me on the floor.
Grew a social presence that drove walk-in traffic.

Counsel·Dominican Republic

Corporate Banking Law

Negotiated banking agreements, advised on regulatory compliance, and managed contract portfolios for sophisticated counterparties.

Negotiated commercial banking agreements between institutions.
Advised on regulatory compliance across changing requirements.
Managed contract portfolios with strict version control and review cycles.