FOUNDER & CEO

George
Bowman

Value Driven Solutions helps improve the operational and financial performance of middle market companies specializing in Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Technology, and Procurement. Our network of over 7000+ Interim Executives and Experts are fully vetted with an average of 20-30 years' experience and are the top 1% of talent in the world. 

Senior executives and private equity investors worldwide rely on Value Driven Solutions to enhance enterprise value, expand margins, improve capital efficiency, reduce working capital, optimize supply chains and prepare companies for sale. From large, complex enterprise improvement programs, to focused projects, we help develop strategies to improve your end-to-end supply chain operations. 

Our mission is to be a true partner to our clients, to make lasting and monumental improvements in their performance and the way they do business. To develop, excite, and retain extraordinary diverse people.


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Meet the Team

CHRISTOPHER NEW

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Chris is a seasoned senior executive with extensive P/L management and driving business transformation and growth, proficient in P/L management, product innovation, and customer engagement across various industries. His 30-year career includes leadership roles from CEO to CMO, driving double-digit growth and leveraging market opportunities. Chris holds an MS in Marketing and Economics from Cornell and a BS from the University of Massachusetts.

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RICHARD SAMUELSON

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Richard has led a prolific career in investment banking, with a specialization in equity and equity derivatives. He notably propelled UBS Tokyo's equity operations to remarkable profitability. Post his banking tenure, he transitioned into angel investing, backing over 25 companies and holding several board positions. Educated at Yale, the Fletcher School, Wharton, and holds several professional accreditations.



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ALOK GUPTA

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Alok is a seasoned business leader with over 23 years of experience in M&A, restructuring, and global transactions, having managed projects valued over $125 billion across multiple sectors. His expertise has been honed at prominent firms like Accenture, and Deloitte. Alok is a Georgia Tech and Emory University alumnus, further educated in Private Equity at the London Business School. 




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DOUG TRACY

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Doug is a versatile Private Equity Operating Executive with multifaceted roles spanning COO, CFO, CIO, and CTO capacities. With a proven aptitude in driving revenue growth and EBITDA improvement, he's been an instrumental leader across diverse business scales—from Fortune 500 giants to nimble start-ups. Holding advanced degrees with honors, Doug couples his deep expertise in technology and operations with a certified acumen in cybersecurity. Today, he advises PE firms on strategic growth, digital transformation, and operational enhancement.
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HARDIK SHAH

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Hardik is a versatile executive with a distinguished track record in strategic and transformational roles, notably as Chief Strategy Officer for a $1.5B IT services firm and overseeing the sale of three PE-owned companies valued between $50M to $1B. His vast expertise spans SaaS retention, M&A integration for Fortune 100 entities, and software development. Globally adept, Hardik has made significant contributions in both mature and emerging markets and currently offers consultancy to PE-firms on matters of due diligence, M&A, and transformative strategies.
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RICK JACOBS

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Rick boasts a rich history of growth-focused leadership roles across diversified industrial businesses on a global scale. With three decades of experience at several top Fortune 200 companies, Rick has a proven record in strategy, global manufacturing, and technology innovation. His deep understanding of corporate governance and risk management has solidified his reputation as a transformative leader.




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STEPHEN LOVE

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Stephen is an accomplished Performance Improvement executive that has demonstrated success in strategy, increasing revenue and EBITDA while lowering COGS for manufacturing businesses across the globe. His sustained track record in P/L management and Building the "Right Team" comes from roles as CEO & President to senior operations & engineering leadership over manufacturing, supply chain, capital engineering, and sales. Stephen holds an MBA and a BS degree in engineering.


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SARA RAUDENBUSH

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Sara boasts a rich history of over 50 successful optimization engagements across a variety of industries, from mid-market firms to Fortune 100 giants. As an accomplished Business Transformation Advisor, her expertise encompasses M&A integrations, value creation, global manufacturing, and continuous process improvement. Sara is adept at guiding governance and aligning strategic initiatives, with hands-on experience in six countries.



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MICHAEL BOLANOS

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Michael is an experienced IT and Network Security professional with over 15 years of expertise in aligning technical solutions with business objectives. With experience across diverse roles in public education and across many small and medium sized businesses have honed his skills in IT Service Management, Networking, Systems Integration, and Business Continuity. 





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TONY MICELI

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Tony is a senior executive extensive expertise in financial reporting, corporate finance, and strategic planning across diverse industries. As COO, CFO, and President, he has overseen significant operations, from automobile parts manufacturers to hotel management companies. With over $1 billion in transactions and developing trusted relationships with financial institutions under is belt, Tony combines hands-on leadership with a mentorship spirit.

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STEVE ARNOLD

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Steve specializes in Transformational Programs, M&A, and Operational Restructuring, bringing over 25 years of corporate and big-4 advisory expertise. Skilled in all M&A phases, he excels at risk identification, mitigation, and change management, leading top-tier global teams across industries. Outside work, Steve is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys hiking, cycling, kayaking, and traversing new terrains.


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CORY MAYO

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Cory is a seasoned manufacturing executive with over 20 years of experience in boosting revenue and profitability. His expertise encompasses strategic planning, six sigma, and lean manufacturing, with leadership roles from CEO to COO across diverse sectors. Cory's global footprint includes operations in Mexico and China. He holds an Executive MBA, is a certified Master Six Sigma Black Belt, and is dedicated to operational excellence.


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GLORIANA GARRO

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Gloriana is an esteemed Talent & Culture executive with over 15 years of expertise in advancing talent development, leading organizational change, and shaping global HR strategies. Known for her visionary approach, Gloriana excels in strategic HR leadership, change management, and cultivating strong stakeholder relationships, significantly boosting organizational effectiveness and performance across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, and the Asia Pacific. As a certified master facilitator and coach, she is adept at fostering high-performance cultures and driving impactful people initiatives.


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DINO MAURICO

MANAGING DIRECTOR
Dino Mauricio is a dynamic executive with over 20 years of experience in CEO, COO, CRO, Partner, and Private Equity roles, leading global business transformations, M&A, and cross-functional teams. He has a distinguished history of driving profit growth, implementing integrations and restructuring strategies across various Fortune 500, multinational, and private equity clients. As an M&A expert, Dino excels in complex acquisition due diligence, post-merger integration, and corporate carve-outs, focusing on enhancing operating performance and value creation and delivering integrated solutions for continuous improvement and exceptional service.

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