Ms. Batesen began her career as an investment banker in Chicago, National Securities Corporation. She served as an equity research analyst for a large buy-side firm in which she conducted extensive valuation and analyses. Corporate finance services performed by Ms. Batesen includ due diligence services, financial forecasts, project finance, writing detailed memorandum reports and statistical supplements to assist with the M&A transactions. Her industry experience includes agribusiness, e-commerce, logistics, healthcare, and telecommunications.