INTRODUCTION
Here at Intrepid Finance & Venture Company, you’re in great hands. Run by innovative financial experts who shine as leaders in their field, we’re putting 25+ years of finance and business experience behind the wheel.
Intrepid is here to help you reach the next level of success and financial growth for your firm.
Get to know more about our team, below.
BOARD MEMBERS
Chad Hendricks
Founder & CEO - Brand Outcomes
Advisor: Intrepid Finance & Venture Co.
Expertise: Go To Market Strategy, Serial Entrepreneur, Branding & Marketing
Chad Hendricks
Founder & CEO - Brand Outcomes
Advisor: Intrepid Finance & Venture Co.
Expertise: Go To Market Strategy, Serial Entrepreneur, Branding & Marketing
Chad is driven to creatively connect ideas, people, and finances to help produce successful brands. He thinks outside the box and is a skilled problem solver having founded Brand Outcomes, a successful marketing business.
Chad is a supportive team member and always shows up with his deep marketing savvy and ability to diligently manage a myriad of tasks. From the conceptualization to the development of any project he’s working on, Chad follows through with consistency and urgency. He is eager to put his knowledge to work for Intrepid, using his connections to bring the company valuable resources.
Chad graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire and also taught Business Education at Bay Port High School. Outside of work, Chad enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. His favorite activities are camping and strategic board games. He also dedicates some of his free time to volunteer efforts to build sustainable housing in Haiti.
Advisor: Intrepid Finance & Venture Co.
Expertise: Go To Market Strategy, Serial Entrepreneur, Branding & Marketing
Chad is driven to creatively connect ideas, people, and finances to help produce successful brands. He thinks outside the box and is a skilled problem solver having founded Brand Outcomes, a successful marketing business.
Chad is a supportive team member and always shows up with his deep marketing savvy and ability to diligently manage a myriad of tasks. From the conceptualization to the development of any project he’s working on, Chad follows through with consistency and urgency. He is eager to put his knowledge to work for Intrepid, using his connections to bring the company valuable resources.
Chad graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire and also taught Business Education at Bay Port High School. Outside of work, Chad enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. His favorite activities are camping and strategic board games. He also dedicates some of his free time to volunteer efforts to build sustainable housing in Haiti.
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Elijah Hammans
Partner - Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Expertise: Private Equity Transactions, Mergers & Acquisitions, and General Corporate Matters
Elijah Hammans
Partner - Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Expertise: Private Equity Transactions, Mergers
& Acquisitions, and General Corporate Matters
Elijah is a partner at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP and has worked as a transactional lawyer for 15+ years. He specializes in private equity transactions and works with funds throughout multiple points in their investment lifecycle including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and the recapitalization of the portfolio companies.
His experience in leadership started long before his current partner role. He has been involved in various leadership committees at Taft, participated on the alumni board of the University of Indianapolis, and most recently became a proud board member of the Special Olympics of Indiana. Elijah finds that much of his passion comes from a desire to help young companies and founders achieve their potential, valuing hard work and integrity, he finds that Intrepid aligns well with his values.
Elijah acquired his J.D. from New York Law School and his B.S. in economics and finance from the University of Indianapolis – graduating both magna cum laude.
When Elijah is not advising clients in a fast-paced and ever-evolving market, he loves being outside with his family (especially at the lake). He enjoys staying active and has a passion for hockey and CrossFit. Celebrating (almost) 14 years with his lovely wife, Laura, and two wonderful kids, Kennedy and Riis – Elijah is grateful and excited for this next chapter with Intrepid whilst being able to spend ample quality time with his family.
Expertise: Private Equity Transactions, Mergers
& Acquisitions, and General Corporate Matters
Elijah is a partner at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP and has worked as a transactional lawyer for 15+ years. He specializes in private equity transactions and works with funds throughout multiple points in their investment lifecycle including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and the recapitalization of the portfolio companies.
His experience in leadership started long before his current partner role. He has been involved in various leadership committees at Taft, participated on the alumni board of the University of Indianapolis, and most recently became a proud board member of the Special Olympics of Indiana. Elijah finds that much of his passion comes from a desire to help young companies and founders achieve their potential, valuing hard work and integrity, he finds that Intrepid aligns well with his values.
Elijah acquired his J.D. from New York Law School and his B.S. in economics and finance from the University of Indianapolis – graduating both magna cum laude.
When Elijah is not advising clients in a fast-paced and ever-evolving market, he loves being outside with his family (especially at the lake). He enjoys staying active and has a passion for hockey and CrossFit. Celebrating (almost) 14 years with his lovely wife, Laura, and two wonderful kids, Kennedy and Riis – Elijah is grateful and excited for this next chapter with Intrepid whilst being able to spend ample quality time with his family.
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Andrew Hedegard
Board Member - BMO Harris Bank
Managing Director
Expertise: Commercial Banking, Investment Banking, Cash Management
Andrew works as a Managing Director at BMO Harris Bank in their Commercial Banking Division. BMO is a leading provider of Commercial Banking services to mid sized companies in the US and Canada. Andrew has over 18 years of banking experience with more than 15 of those years at JPMorgan Chase. He has expertise in Traditional Finance, Corporate Advisory, Capital Markets, Trade, International Banking, and Treasury Management. He is responsible for various leadership roles in the state of Indiana as well as managing some of the largest and most sophisticated global companies headquartered in the State of Indiana.
Andrew received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management at The University of Saint Francis where he was a student athlete.
Andrew is an active member of the Indiana Community. He is active in his Church and Community Boards in Indiana. Andrew also serves as President of the Board for the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) Indiana Chapter.
Andrew lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, and has 5 children (three daughters and two boys). His hobbies include Ironman Competitions, rock climbing, mountain climbing, golfing, traveling and spending time with his family.
Managing Director
Expertise: Commercial Banking, Investment Banking, Cash Management
Andrew works as a Managing Director at BMO Harris Bank in their Commercial Banking Division. BMO is a leading provider of Commercial Banking services to mid sized companies in the US and Canada. Andrew has over 18 years of banking experience with more than 15 of those years at JPMorgan Chase. He has expertise in Traditional Finance, Corporate Advisory, Capital Markets, Trade, International Banking, and Treasury Management. He is responsible for various leadership roles in the state of Indiana as well as managing some of the largest and most sophisticated global companies headquartered in the State of Indiana.
Andrew received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management at The University of Saint Francis where he was a student athlete.
Andrew is an active member of the Indiana Community. He is active in his Church and Community Boards in Indiana. Andrew also serves as President of the Board for the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) Indiana Chapter.
Andrew lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, and has 5 children (three daughters and two boys). His hobbies include Ironman Competitions, rock climbing, mountain climbing, golfing, traveling and spending time with his family.
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Zainab Bass
Director: Periculum Capital Company
Advisor: Intrepid Finance & Venture Co.
Expertise: Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Formation
Zainab Bass
Director: Periculum Capital Company
Advisor: Intrepid Finance & Venture Co.
Expertise: Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Formation
Zainab is a Director & Partner at her current firm, Periculum Capital Company, a leading boutique investment bank serving the corporate financing needs of mid-market companies. She has predominantly focused on sell-side M&A at Periculum for nearly 10 years and previously worked at Citi as an investment banking analyst for Citigroup’s Energy Investment Banking Division in the Houston area, before moving to Indianapolis. During her time at Citi, she primarily focused on helping firms through growth inflection points, participating in over $8 billion of capital market transactions.
Zainab is also passionate about giving back to her community and holds the title of President of the Board of Directors for the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) in Indiana and is an active member of the Executive Women in Finance Group in the Indiana area.
She began her journey in business by gaining her BBA in Business Honors and Finance from McCombs School and graduated magna cum laude from the University of Texas. She’s excited to be part of the Intrepid Finance & Venture team where she can use her skills to help firms tap into the next level of their financial success through her vast experience as being a trusted M&A advisor for mid-market firms.
When Zainab isn’t giving sound financial advice she enjoys spending quality time with her husband, Jordan and her two kids.
Advisor: Intrepid Finance & Venture Co.
Expertise: Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Formation
Zainab is a Director & Partner at her current firm, Periculum Capital Company, a leading boutique investment bank serving the corporate financing needs of mid-market companies. She has predominantly focused on sell-side M&A at Periculum for nearly 10 years and previously worked at Citi as an investment banking analyst for Citigroup’s Energy Investment Banking Division in the Houston area, before moving to Indianapolis. During her time at Citi, she primarily focused on helping firms through growth inflection points, participating in over $8 billion of capital market transactions.
Zainab is also passionate about giving back to her community and holds the title of President of the Board of Directors for the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) in Indiana and is an active member of the Executive Women in Finance Group in the Indiana area.
She began her journey in business by gaining her BBA in Business Honors and Finance from McCombs School and graduated magna cum laude from the University of Texas. She’s excited to be part of the Intrepid Finance & Venture team where she can use her skills to help firms tap into the next level of their financial success through her vast experience as being a trusted M&A advisor for mid-market firms.
When Zainab isn’t giving sound financial advice she enjoys spending quality time with her husband, Jordan and her two kids.
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Jeff Mills
CEO - TF Logistics & TF Trucking
Expertise: LEAN Management, Operation Efficiency, General Management
Jeff Mills
CEO - TF Logistics & TF Trucking
Expertise: LEAN Management, Operation Efficiency, General Management
Jeff Mills is an esteemed business owner having built his successful enterprise at TF Logistics & TF Trucking from the ground up. He’s put 29 years of experience in the transport industry to the wheel and now has his own fleet of vehicles, as well as a Warehousing and Brokerage division. Jeff is a Lean Management expert, having integrated a LEAN program for the North American Transport Division before launching TF Trucking. Many people he’s worked with appreciate his advanced operations efficiency and management skills.
As a problem-solving expert, Jeff is passionate about sharing his experience with others. He founded his business on integrity, good communication, and solid leadership. When he isn’t providing support to his team, or making excellent business decisions, he can be found spending time with his wife who loves to say that she “never has to worry about a problem when Jeff is there to fix it.”
Expertise: LEAN Management, Operation Efficiency, General Management
Jeff Mills is an esteemed business owner having built his successful enterprise at TF Logistics & TF Trucking from the ground up. He’s put 29 years of experience in the transport industry to the wheel and now has his own fleet of vehicles, as well as a Warehousing and Brokerage division. Jeff is a Lean Management expert, having integrated a LEAN program for the North American Transport Division before launching TF Trucking. Many people he’s worked with appreciate his advanced operations efficiency and management skills.
As a problem-solving expert, Jeff is passionate about sharing his experience with others. He founded his business on integrity, good communication, and solid leadership. When he isn’t providing support to his team, or making excellent business decisions, he can be found spending time with his wife who loves to say that she “never has to worry about a problem when Jeff is there to fix it.”
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John Otteson
Corporate Banking - Old National Bank
Expertise: Capital Markets, Credit, Commercial Banking
John Otteson
Board Member - Intrepid Finance
& Venture Co.
Expertise: Capital Markets, Credit, Commercial Banking
John is a seasoned financial expert and team leader with 36+ years of banking experience and education. He earned his BA in Economics from DePauw University and his MBA in Finance from Indiana University. Between leading the banking team at Old National Bank, being on the Intrepids Board of Advisors, and being a husband and father, John is also a part-time adjunct professor at IUPUI and Marian University. With his passion for problem-solving and his drive to help others, John is motivated about helping startup companies gain capital, be successful, and foster economic growth.
John is a family man who has been married for 35 years and has two accomplished children. The whole family graduated from DePauw University. He volunteers his time with the Center for Leadership Development and the Second Presbyterian Church. In his spare time, John can be found enjoying a game of golf or cheering on Indiana University sports teams.
Expertise: Capital Markets, Credit, Commercial Banking
John is a seasoned financial expert and team leader with 36+ years of banking experience and education. He earned his BA in Economics from DePauw University and his MBA in Finance from Indiana University. Between leading the banking team at Old National Bank, being on the Intrepids Board of Advisors, and being a husband and father, John is also a part-time adjunct professor at IUPUI and Marian University. With his passion for problem-solving and his drive to help others, John is motivated about helping startup companies gain capital, be successful, and foster economic growth.
John is a family man who has been married for 35 years and has two accomplished children. The whole family graduated from DePauw University. He volunteers his time with the Center for Leadership Development and the Second Presbyterian Church. In his spare time, John can be found enjoying a game of golf or cheering on Indiana University sports teams.
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Justin Prestidge
Director - Intrepid Finance & Venture Co.
Expertise: Finance & Credit Risk Management, Capital
Justin Prestidge
Director - Intrepid Finance & Venture Co.
Expertise: Finance & Credit Risk Management, Capital
Justin proudly holds the title of Director for Intrepid Finance & Venture Co. Having worked in the industry for 20+ years, specializing in risk management, loss mitigation, financial risk systems, and integration along with various branches of banking relationship management and operational risk SOX, Justin is truly an expert in the field.
Justin prides himself on being able to train, coach, and retain talent in the financial field. With ample experience in anything and everything that has to do with consumer and commercial credit transactions, Justin works with firms in various stages of their financial life cycle. From commercial and consumer credit transactions to portfolio management, vendor management, and the application of risk modeling – he’s well versed in all financial stages for national and international firms when it comes to risk management and related fields.
Justin also has a background in football where he played semi-pro for 5 whole seasons. He enjoys bowling and has also done a fair amount of acting, appearing in several movies. Justin even has his own IMDB page. He’s excited for Intrepid’s future growth and the ability to help various firms reach the next level of financial success.
Expertise: Finance & Credit Risk Management, Capital
Justin proudly holds the title of Director for Intrepid Finance & Venture Co. Having worked in the industry for 20+ years, specializing in risk management, loss mitigation, financial risk systems, and integration along with various branches of banking relationship management and operational risk SOX, Justin is truly an expert in the field.
Justin prides himself on being able to train, coach, and retain talent in the financial field. With ample experience in anything and everything that has to do with consumer and commercial credit transactions, Justin works with firms in various stages of their financial life cycle. From commercial and consumer credit transactions to portfolio management, vendor management, and the application of risk modeling – he’s well versed in all financial stages for national and international firms when it comes to risk management and related fields.
Justin also has a background in football where he played semi-pro for 5 whole seasons. He enjoys bowling and has also done a fair amount of acting, appearing in several movies. Justin even has his own IMDB page. He’s excited for Intrepid’s future growth and the ability to help various firms reach the next level of financial success.
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Steve Iskander
Founder & CEO - Intrepid Finance
& Venture
Expertise: Corporate Strategy, Sales, Business Expansion
Steve Iskander
Founder & CEO - Intrepid Finance
& Venture
Expertise: Corporate Strategy, Sales, Business Expansion
Steve is the founder of Intrepid Finance & Venture where he provides financing and venture capital nationwide to help firms in various stages of their financial growth. His mission is to provide early stage businesses a streamlined and hassle free experience to gain the growth capital they need to achieve a higher level of growth.
Steve is also the owner of Masik Management Group where he advises companies in the Midwest throughout various stages of growth. He takes a hands-on approach, working closely with teams and founders alike to provide exemplary advisory services to transportation firms, pivoting most recently to focus on investing in tech. With an extensive background in both tech and transportation, he’s been featured in several different media outlets like Freightwaves Radio, Inc Magazine, Indiana Business Journal, Supply Chain Brain, Food Logistics, Fleet Owner Magazine, Tech Inside Indiana Business, and most recently a two-page spread in Gasworld Magazine.
Steve graduated with his bachelor’s from Indiana University Bloomington with an emphasis in Business. He then went on to pursue his Master's with a concentration in finance from Ball State University. He also serves on the Ball State University MBA Advisory Board, and the Ball State Sales Technology Advisory Board.
When Steve is not advising firms he loves spending time with his wife, Amber, and two beautiful daughters as well as competing in triathlons.
Expertise: Corporate Strategy, Sales, Business Expansion
Steve is the founder of Intrepid Finance & Venture where he provides financing and venture capital nationwide to help firms in various stages of their financial growth. His mission is to provide early stage businesses a streamlined and hassle free experience to gain the growth capital they need to achieve a higher level of growth.
Steve is also the owner of Masik Management Group where he advises companies in the Midwest throughout various stages of growth. He takes a hands-on approach, working closely with teams and founders alike to provide exemplary advisory services to transportation firms, pivoting most recently to focus on investing in tech. With an extensive background in both tech and transportation, he’s been featured in several different media outlets like Freightwaves Radio, Inc Magazine, Indiana Business Journal, Supply Chain Brain, Food Logistics, Fleet Owner Magazine, Tech Inside Indiana Business, and most recently a two-page spread in Gasworld Magazine.
Steve graduated with his bachelor’s from Indiana University Bloomington with an emphasis in Business. He then went on to pursue his Master's with a concentration in finance from Ball State University. He also serves on the Ball State University MBA Advisory Board, and the Ball State Sales Technology Advisory Board.
When Steve is not advising firms he loves spending time with his wife, Amber, and two beautiful daughters as well as competing in triathlons.
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ADVISORS
Ed Broecker
Advisor - Frost Brown Todd Partner
Expertise: Corporate & Board Governance, Business Capitalization, Risk Mitigation
Ed Broecker
Advisor - Frost Brown Todd Partner
Expertise: Corporate & Board Governance, Business Capitalization, Risk Mitigation
Ed is known as an expert in his field when it comes to counseling businesses through a variety of different transitions, mergers, and acquisitions. With over 30+ years in business and experience in a plethora of niches when it comes to financing, his accomplishments in helping clients with business expansions and more speak for themselves. Ed works with both public and privately traded companies and on both a national and international level. Amongst his other specialties he also has experience with software licensing, equipment leases, advising firms on their sales and distribution channels, working with firms on various commercial agreements within the hospitality and gaming industry, and general supply chain management.
Ed is also an active member of his community and loves to give back in various ways like charitable donations, volunteering, and participating in various local groups. Ed also enjoys spending time at home with his family.
Expertise: Corporate & Board Governance, Business Capitalization, Risk Mitigation
Ed is known as an expert in his field when it comes to counseling businesses through a variety of different transitions, mergers, and acquisitions. With over 30+ years in business and experience in a plethora of niches when it comes to financing, his accomplishments in helping clients with business expansions and more speak for themselves. Ed works with both public and privately traded companies and on both a national and international level. Amongst his other specialties he also has experience with software licensing, equipment leases, advising firms on their sales and distribution channels, working with firms on various commercial agreements within the hospitality and gaming industry, and general supply chain management.
Ed is also an active member of his community and loves to give back in various ways like charitable donations, volunteering, and participating in various local groups. Ed also enjoys spending time at home with his family.
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Pete Iskander
Advisor - Intrepid Finance & Venture Co-Director
Expertise: Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting, Finance Management
Pete Iskander
Advisor - Intrepid Finance & Venture Co-Director
Expertise: Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting, Finance Management
With 25+ years of experience in finance management, forecasting, budgeting, and financial analytics, Pete is well equipped for helping various firms reach the next stage in their financial growth with Intrepid. In his current role, Pete has helped to develop and implement some of the key accounting processes for financial analysis so that young companies can experience rapid growth. He oversees all accounting operations, and revenue recognition and advises leadership on monthly performance with his Co-Director, Justin.
Pete acquired his bachelor's from Indiana State University where he studied Business Administration and General Management. Afterward, he continued to pursue his education at Indiana Wesleyan University, getting his Master's (M.B.A) in business administration, management, and operations.
When Pete isn’t working with firms to reach a higher level of financial success, he enjoys volunteering. He has been a coach, league commissioner and the General Commissioner of Recreational Baseball for the Carmel Dads’ Club for almost 11 years. He also volunteers for a not for profit, Young Parkinson’s of Indiana where he serves on their board of directors as Treasurer. Pete also enjoys non-contact boxing workouts and participating in various 5K obstacle course runs with his son.
Expertise: Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting, Finance Management
With 25+ years of experience in finance management, forecasting, budgeting, and financial analytics, Pete is well equipped for helping various firms reach the next stage in their financial growth with Intrepid. In his current role, Pete has helped to develop and implement some of the key accounting processes for financial analysis so that young companies can experience rapid growth. He oversees all accounting operations, and revenue recognition and advises leadership on monthly performance with his Co-Director, Justin.
Pete acquired his bachelor's from Indiana State University where he studied Business Administration and General Management. Afterward, he continued to pursue his education at Indiana Wesleyan University, getting his Master's (M.B.A) in business administration, management, and operations.
When Pete isn’t working with firms to reach a higher level of financial success, he enjoys volunteering. He has been a coach, league commissioner and the General Commissioner of Recreational Baseball for the Carmel Dads’ Club for almost 11 years. He also volunteers for a not for profit, Young Parkinson’s of Indiana where he serves on their board of directors as Treasurer. Pete also enjoys non-contact boxing workouts and participating in various 5K obstacle course runs with his son.
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