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PasadenA, CA
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Monday to Friday: 9AM - 5PM
Address
PasadenA, CA
Work Hours
Monday to Friday: 9AM - 5PM
Behind every breakthrough is a team of brilliant, dedicated professionals. Get to know the strategic thinkers and innovative leaders who drive our clients’ success.
The core members of the company.
She brings thirty years of experience in strategy development, management, business development and technology consulting.
Phone:
310.666.4713
Email
khadijeh.kamyab@rpnventures.com
Khadijeh Kamyab is the Founder and Managing Member of RPN Ventures LLC. She brings thirty years of experience in strategy development, management and technology consulting, program management, business development, restructuring, IPO readiness, acquisition integration, business intelligence analytics, as well as department-level P&L responsibility.
She has established a demonstrable track record of improving bottom-line performance by identifying market opportunities, creating business solutions, and developing teams and processes.
Prior to launching RPN Ventures LLC, she held positions in large, multinational corporations such as Ericsson, American Management Systems, Infonet Services Corporations, British Telecom, and Grant Thornton LLP. She holds an MSc in Electrical Engineering from the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden, and an MBA from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. She also studied International Business at the University of Melbourne, Australia, and completed the Leadership and Change Management program at Pepperdine University in Malibu.
She is currently serving as a committee member of the Providence TrinityCare Foundation. Her volunteer work includes providing pro-bono advisory services to start-up companies and career coaching.
With over 20 years of professional services/agency experience, responsible for developing creative and strategic proposals.
Phone:
818.497.3526
Email
aura.duran@rpnventures.com
Aura Duran is a marketing professional with over 20 years of professional services/agency experience. Most recently she has been responsible for developing creative and strategic proposals, presentations and other materials for business development efforts and client retention programs for various clients. She identifies and/or crafts impactful customized content, from value propositions and differentiators to graphics and visual layouts for use in sales materials.
Prior to this, Aura worked for a large accounting firm as a marketing manager leading a team of marketers to help support the business development efforts of the Southern California practice. She also brings agency experience, having worked for a small boutique advertising agency specializing in radio and TV advertising. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in French and Communication from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Great things in business are never done by one person. They’re done by a team of people.
Stefan Ranzlov is a finance professional with extensive experience in quantitative analysis, risk management, risk modeling, capital adequacy, model development and research, equity portfolio management, portfolio optimization, equity trading, and compliance.
He has worked in several financial institutions, e.g., Bank of the West, Analytic Investors, Toyota Financial Services (TFS), and City National Bank (CNB), holding positions as Director of Equities Research, Portfolio Manager, Fund Manager, Financial Risk Management Consultant, Capital Risk Manager, and Financial Product/Instruments Analytics Consultant.
He is an expert in risk modeling and analysis, SAS data analysis and modeling, stock selection model development, quantitative equity selection, portfolio optimization, mutual fund management, compliance.
He holds an MSc in Engineering Physics from Lund University in Sweden and an MBA in Finance from University of Southern California. He holds CFA designation and FRM certifications.
Noel Navarro is a finance executive specialized in providing advisory services to private equity (PE) and strategic/corporate buyers throughout the entire investment cycle, i.e., transactions, transitions, and transformation of business.
His expertise includes financial due-diligence, financial reporting, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), enterprise risk assessment, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and technical accounting. Under his leadership, he has managed deals ranging in size from $10 million to $6.6 billion, advising and assisting companies that are in the start-up and growth phase of their life cycle.
On occasions, he also assumes the role of an interim CFO and/or advisor to investors, founders, CEO’s, CFO’s, Chief Accounting Officers, and the Board. He provides solutions to complex issues related to financial due-diligence, merger integration, IPO readiness, carve-outs, SOX compliance, adoption/compliance to FASB accounting standards, SEC reporting, controls optimization, financial modeling and valuation, and business planning.
Noel started his career over 20 years ago at PwC in their M&A advisory practice. He also worked for several other global accounting firms in their advisory practice and in industry, assisting two companies with their IPO and subsequent SEC compliance requirements. He holds a BA in Business Economics with Accounting emphasis from University of California at Santa Barbara and an MBA from UCLA Anderson School of Management. He also has a certificate in Valuation and Financial Modeling.
Steven Duran is a construction management professional with over 25 years of industry experience. He brings extensive project management experience and technical expertise overseeing various construction project types from development through delivery ensuring project safety, quality delivery, and contract compliance.
As project manager, Steve has worked as a client advocate and consultant representing stakeholder interests throughout the bidding, procurement and construction management process.
He performs project evaluations/inspections, compliance and performance audits to ensure projects are within client’s specifications and meets compliance requirements. Steve works collaboratively with stakeholders, consultants, vendors and subcontractors to ensure quality and timely completion within budget and contract specifications.
As a licensed general and electrical contractor, Steve has worked on a variety of specialized projects throughout the Los Angeles area. Steve graduated from UCLA with a Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering.
Isabela Lopes is a seasoned strategist in business development and operations. She brings over two decades of progressive expertise in driving business expansion, crafting winning proposals, and scaling organizations through strategic proposal writing, client acquisition, and revenue-focused initiatives.
She has a demonstrable track record of enhancing operational efficiency and financial performance through cost-saving initiatives, KPI implementation, resource allocation, and cross-functional team leadership. Her expertise in business development includes crafting high-impact marketing strategies, securing client relationships, and leading proposal development that consistently expands market presence and profitability.
Prior to her current role, she served as Chief Operating Officer and Administrator at The Pun Group, LLP in Irvine, CA, where she oversaw firm-wide operations, IT implementation, talent development, and budgeting. Earlier positions include administrative leadership at Marcum LLP and executive support roles in manufacturing and hospitality. She holds a degree in Social Sciences with an emphasis in Political Science from UERJ in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and an Executive Business Administration Certification from UNLV in Las Vegas.
Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, Isabela is based in Las Vegas and actively contributes to organizational growth through strategic foresight and operational discipline. She is available for advisory and leadership opportunities in business development and operations.
At the heart of our firm is a team of strategists, analysts, and visionaries who thrive on solving complex challenges. We bring together diverse expertise and a shared commitment to excellence, crafting customized solutions that drive meaningful impact for our clients.
Our consultants don’t just advise, they immerse, innovate, and elevate. With a boutique approach and global perspective, we blend analytical rigor with creative insight to help organizations unlock their full potential.
We dissect complexity with clarity, delivering actionable strategies tailored to each client’s unique landscape.
We listen deeply, adapt swiftly, and build lasting partnerships rooted in trust and transparency.
We challenge conventions and explore bold ideas to uncover innovative paths forward.
Our strength lies in synergy—cross-functional collaboration fuels our most transformative outcomes.
Data-driven decisions are our foundation, empowering clients with insights that drive confident action.
Nimble and responsive, we move with purpose, turning strategy into momentum with speed and precision.
At the heart of our firm is a team of strategists, analysts, and visionaries who thrive on solving complex challenges. We bring together diverse expertise and a shared commitment to excellence, crafting bespoke solutions that drive meaningful impact for our clients.
Our consultants don’t just advise, they immerse, innovate, and elevate. With a boutique approach and global perspective, we blend analytical rigor with creative insight to help organizations unlock their full potential.
We dissect complexity with clarity, delivering actionable strategies tailored to each client’s unique landscape.
Our strength lies in synergy—cross-functional collaboration fuels our most transformative outcomes.
We listen deeply, adapt swiftly, and build lasting partnerships rooted in trust and transparency.
We listen deeply, adapt swiftly, and build lasting partnerships rooted in trust and transparency.
We challenge conventions and explore bold ideas to uncover innovative paths forward.
Nimble and responsive, we move with purpose, turning strategy into momentum with speed and precision.
At the heart of our firm is a team of strategists, analysts, and visionaries who thrive on solving complex challenges. We bring together diverse expertise and a shared commitment to excellence, crafting bespoke solutions that drive meaningful impact for our clients.
Our consultants don’t just advise, they immerse, innovate, and elevate. With a boutique approach and global perspective, we blend analytical rigor with creative insight to help organizations unlock their full potential.
We dissect complexity with clarity, delivering actionable strategies tailored to each client’s unique landscape.
Our strength lies in synergy—cross-functional collaboration fuels our most transformative outcomes.
We listen deeply, adapt swiftly, and build lasting partnerships rooted in trust and transparency.
We listen deeply, adapt swiftly, and build lasting partnerships rooted in trust and transparency.
We challenge conventions and explore bold ideas to uncover innovative paths forward.
Nimble and responsive, we move with purpose, turning strategy into momentum with speed and precision.

