Robert L. Hymers III, CPA, MST, is a seasoned financial executive, entrepreneur, and film producer with deep expertise in taxation, corporate finance, and public company advisory. A former Ernst & Young professional, he founded Pinnacle Tax Services and Pinnacle Consulting Services, guiding public companies on compliance, capital formation, and strategic growth. As Managing Partner of a multi-strategy hedge fund and head of his family office, he oversees diversified investments and generational planning. Beyond finance, Robert has produced acclaimed films and actively supports community initiatives through the Hymers Family Foundation for Arts & Education. Recognized among Los Angeles’ Top 100 Accountants and honored by Marquis Who’s Who, he brings a rare blend of strategic insight, creative vision, and leadership to every endeavor.

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Richard Hawkins, a veteran capital markets executive and strategic advisor, brings over two decades of experience structuring and executing complex transactions for public companies across multiple markets. He specializes in public company recapitalizations, structured equity and debt financings, and regulatory remediation that unlocks long-term access to capital. He has led    corporate formation and restructuring efforts across jurisdictions, advised on balance sheet cleanups, equity line facilities, and Reg A offerings, and worked directly with boards, legal counsel, and market regulators to resolve compliance and disclosure issues. In addition to his capital markets work, he has served in executive and technical leadership roles for industry organizations and continues to advise public issuers navigating operational or regulatory transition.

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