Mike is responsible for all financial functions for Desert Growth Investments. He oversees accounting, analysis, budgeting, reporting and information systems. Most recently, Mike was the Chief Financial Officer of a multi-million dollar physician financial services coorporation, where he oversaw corporate distributions of more than 300 million dollars. He managed banking relations, analysed loans and leases, developed financial proformas and implemented implemented several enterprise IT systems. He has functioned as Corporate Controller for numerous entities, including several successful startups. He specializes in comprehensive financial and statistical analysis and financial modeling. He spent several years as a Certified Real Estate Appraiser in both California and Arizona, skilled in valuations of large and unusual properties. Mike holds a Bachelor's Degree in Finance and Business Administration from Arizona State University.