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Posted on: 2006-06-04

SUSAN M. HUGHES 540 Ebley Place Alpharetta, GA 30022 (678) 624-1858 [email protected] experience 1997 - 2000 PETROLEUM HEAT AND POWER CO., INC. STAMFORD, CT LOS ANGELES, CA Director of Finance and Corporate Development Joined the management team of the nation’s largest heating oil company, product of a 20-year industry consolidation effort, at a key turning point to participate in a process of restructuring and reorganization to best leverage scale advantages in operating efficiency, brand marketing, and overall organizational management. Reporting to the CEO/Chairman and VP of Finance and Corporate Development, responsibilities included corporate financial analysis, operations/restructuring analysis, and corporate development work on the pursuit of ancillary, synergistic service offerings and joint venture options in the deregulated utility environment. Particular projects included a detailed pricing and cost-to-serve study, financial forecasting and analysis related to a major public refinancing and restructuring and to a variety of acquisitions, and extensive study of customer attrition; involvement was across all functions of the company. 1996-1997; THE BOSTON CONSULTING GROUP ATLANTA, GA Summer 1995 Consultant As a member of a leading worldwide strategy consulting firm, assisted top management in a variety of industries with issues of strategy, market entry, measures and rewards, organizational design, and reengineering. Experience includes client work in industrial goods, telecommunications, and health care. 1992-1994 L.A. GEAR, INC. LOS ANGELES, CA LOS ANGELES, CA Joined the organization as part of a new management team secured in late 1991 to affect a turnaround of the Company’s operations, sales, and marketing through a complete re-engineering effort; progressed from a strategic planning role to a directorship and position working with the CEO and Chairman on a wide range of initiatives. 1993-1994 Director of Sales and Operations Analysis Responsible for the execution of strategic projects in the Sales and Operations/Production areas. Major projects included the creation of a new forecasting/buying process; development of a new sales information system; and analysis of a major new product and distribution channel. Participated in management decisions and supervised two analysts. 1992-1994 Special Assistant to the Chairman Reported directly to Stanley Gold, CEO and Chairman, and worked with senior management on a broad range of projects to address various issues of the business and turnaround process. Major projects included personnel reorganization planning, a $50MM debt offering, development of a new licensing strategy, and analysis regarding a major strategy shift. Enhanced awareness and communication between Mr. Gold and company employees. 1992 Strategic Planning Associate Worked as a member of a new strategic planning team focused on correcting numerous immediate problems within the organization; participated on many cross-functional teams and provided analysis and organizational leadership. 1990-1992 MORGAN STANLEY & CO., INC. 1991-1992 Financial Analyst, Corporate Finance Department of the Investment Banking Division LOS ANGELES, CA Responsible for coverage of Southern California clients; work involved a full range of financial products including IPOs, ESOPs, restructurings, mergers, and divestitures as well as valuation and analysis across a variety of industries. 1990-1991 Financial Analyst, Real Estate Department of the Investment Banking Division NEW YORK, NY Responsible for performing financial valuation analysis; drafting offering memoranda; participating in due diligence sessions; developing and executing client presentations, negotiations, and marketing for numerous real estate transactions. Major projects involved the financial restructuring of a major multi-use property in midtown Manhattan, sale of a trophy resort in the western U.S., and development of a study on the residential housing market. Significant additional work devoted to identifying and exploring new business opportunities. SUSAN M. HUGHES 540 Ebley Place Alpharetta, GA 30022 (678) 624-1858 [email protected] 1988-1990 YALE BANNER PUBLICATIONS NEW HAVEN, CT NEW HAVEN, CT Served as Sports Editor, Managing Editor, and Editor-in-Chief; initiated and oversaw the restructuring of the organization and renovation of its offices; initiated planning and alumni efforts for the 150th anniversary in 1991. education 1994-1996 HARVARD UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION BOSTON, MA BOSTON, MA Master of Business Administration degree, June 1996. She-E-O’s a cappella singing group member, Project Outreach organizer, HBS Show actress, Volunteer Consulting Organization project participant, and Gardner Elementary School tutor. Elected section representative for the Women’s Student Association. 1986-1990 YALE UNIVERSITY NEW HAVEN, CT NEW HAVEN, CT Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Political Science, June 1990. Completed thesis presenting a study of business-education partnerships as an initiative in educational reform. Awarded Yale Club scholarship; selected as freshman counselor, member of Yale Alumni Fund Board of Directors, and Editor-in-Chief of the yearbook. other Interests include education, customer service and organizational behavior; enjoy acting, singing, athletics, writing and cooking. community New Prospect Elementary School Local School Advisory Committee – member of small group of administrators, activities teachers, parents and business partners charged with exploring and addressing a range of school-wide issues Yale Alumni Schools Committee – serve as local area alumni interviewer for incoming undergraduates St. Stephen’s Nursery School Board of Directors (Ridgefield, CT) – member for 2 yrs., during critical juncture for school Newcomers Club of Ridgefield, CT – participated as an area leader in the organization of club activities Starlight Foundation – participated as a wish granter for critically ill children