JAMES KINYUA MAINA

Researched and advised on mergers and acquisitions, including regulatory considerations, corporate takeover environments, and business acquisition plans. Applied various valuation methods and financial modeling techniques to structure and negotiate M&As, analyzing privately-held companies and deal financing strategies. Managed tax, accounting, and financing transactions, explored alternative restr

Supervised engineers conducting product evaluations on optical networking products. Managed a key project involving testing the integrity and security of a complex fiber optic network owned by a global bank.

Drafted and negotiated various commercial contracts and SaaS agreements, managing the contract lifecycle for the legal team. Led Robert Half's strategy for IPO readiness and corporate compliance, including SEC reporting and governance best practices. Oversaw corporate governance matters and executed equity and debt financing transactions, including venture capital rounds and private placements.

Executed product and experimental testing of optical networking products, authoring detailed technical and analysis reports. Developed test plans and procedure documents for optical networking equipment from various suppliers. Conducted experimental research on Large Corp’s Multi-wavelength Optical Network (MONET) 10 Gb/s test-bed, studying dispersion compensation in optical fibers.

Performed interoperability testing between Synchronous Optical Network (SONET) and Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) equipment. Tested compatibility with AGCM’s Network Management Administration (NMA) software.

Researched Erbium Doped Optical Fiber Amplifiers (EDFAs). Constructed, tested, and analyzed a 980nm pumped EDFA.

Designed and evaluated broadband optical networks for telecommunication companies, authoring network design and analysis reports. Represented the company and clients at American National Standards Institute (ANSI) T1X1.5 and International Telecommunications Union (ITU-T) Study Group meetings on Optical Networking Standards. Developed an optical transport network for a major energy company in North

Drafted major portions of two electrical and mechanical patent applications. Prepared and drafted responses to USPTO office actions.

Pursued advanced studies in Electrical Engineering, focusing on specialized topics within the field. Developed expertise in complex engineering principles and research methodologies.

Completed foundational coursework in Electrical Engineering, covering core concepts and practical applications. Gained a comprehensive understanding of electrical systems and design principles.

Undertook rigorous legal education, focusing on various aspects of law and legal practice. Developed strong analytical, research, and advocacy skills essential for a legal career.