Ray M. Witt
Managing Member and CEO of R.Witt & Company, LLC

As Managing Member and founder of R. Witt & Company, LLC, a domestic & international strategy and general business management boutique consulting firm whose mission is to help corporations and individuals create and sustain competitive advantage, Ray Witt has respectfully established himself in the financial community as a professional in the areas of business and personal finance. Throughout his business practices, Ray has built a reputation as an ethical visionary leader who applies integrity and dedication to the representation of his clients and execution of his practices.

Ray received his undergraduate education at the University of San Diego focusing on Legal Communications with an emphasis in Economics. While attending USD, Ray played Division 1 basketball and established relationships within the athletic community that would prove valuable later in his financial career. Ray continued his education at Howard University, in Washington D.C.

Ray's career in finance began in 1994 working as a sales associate trainee at an investment-banking firm in Maryland. In 1996 Ray relocated to New York and began working at First Providence Financial Group as an investment banker where he managed a sales team, obtained his Series 62 license and established himself in all aspects of investment banking. While enjoying a successful career at First Providence, Ray built an international client base of savvy investors in South Africa, New Zealand and Great Britain with net worth's above 20 million. Drawing from his relationships and resources from his college athletic background, Ray secured a strong client base of professional athletes and provided them with financial services placing emphasis on managing their assets.

In 1998, Ray developed an investment strategy surrounding Vivid Technologies, Inc. (Ticker: VVID). Vivid Technologies develops, manufactures and markets automated inspection systems which detect plastic and other explosives in airline baggage by analyzing the physical characteristics of each item.

The investment strategy that Ray developed involved the accumulation of the company (VVID) shares at $3.00 per share. Within the first two quarters the stock price increased as high as $16.50 per share, which resulted in an eventual buyout of the entire company orchestrated by PerkinElmer, Inc. The investment strategy from inception was executed in approximately six months and the company experienced an estimated 900% rate of increase. The success of a deal of this magnitude was the catalyst that inspired Ray to go into business for himself.

One of Ray's proudest personal accomplishments thus far, was serving as Chairman of the Board of the Sweet Enuff Youth Diabetes Foundation for which he recently ended his term. The Sweet Enuff Youth Diabetes Foundation is a grass root, non-profit organization that provides ongoing education, outreach and life-enhancing activities for children living with juvenile diabetes. As chairman, Ray was responsible for overseeing the appointed board of directors and creating strong ties with participating corporations who provided revenue to support the organization. "My main objective as chairman, was to establish the Sweet Enuff organization as a pillar of hope and life support for children and families living with juvenile diabetes," said Witt. "I have an endearing, heartfelt passion for working with children and it is my belief that children are God's most precious gift."

In addition to the R. Witt & Company, LLC, Ray also serves as CEO and General Manager for RainMaker Management Consultants. RainMaker Management Consultants provides media relations and financial services to athletes and talent by securing endorsements, sponsorship opportunities and personal appearances for promotional and media events. Planning the client's post-career future is a unique and specialized service that RainMaker Management Consultants also provides.
As Ray Witt continues to distinguish himself as a dynamic leader in the financial community, he is dedicated to establishing R. Witt & Company, LLC as one of the financial industry leaders and to providing his clients with savvy financial strategies that no one can match.


Jason G. Evans
Managing Editor, R. Witt & Company, LLC

Jason Evans brings a cross section of technological, analytical, academic and web-based experience to his position as Managing Editor for R. Witt & Company, LLC. With his background in non-profit and public industry, Jason offers a diverse infrastructure and exchange of ideas to his role as editor.

In 1993, Jason's received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from Howard University in Washington, DC and graduated cum laude. During his time at Howard, Jason was an active member of the Alpha Kappa Delta International Society (Sociology) and Howard University's Sociology Club. He was also employed at the university working for the Center for Academic Reinforcement where he provided students with assistance in the computer lab and implemented tutorial programs that were used and designed to provide students with tutorial services in math, sociology and Spanish. Even after graduation, Jason continued his involvement with Howard University by serving as a member of the university's Student Handbook editorial staff and assisting in the creation of Howard's 1998-1999 student H-Book.

After completing college, Jason accepted a position as assistant editor in the Communications Department at the American Postal Workers Union in Washington, DC. During his seven years at APWU, he served as a contributing writer and editor and assisted with the layout and production of, the national union's flagship publication, The American Postal Worker. This publication had a circulation of over 300,000 readers and was recognized as one of the leading union publications by the International Labor Communications Association, AFL-CIO. Jason was also involved in the development of various departmental mailings, posters and calendars; proofread and edited publications posted on the APWU website, and was named assistant managing editor of the union's legislative newsletter.

Jason's transition from the APWU to the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion was an indication of his desire to change directions and the focus of his career. Landing the position of project coordinator and educational technology assistant in the Distance Education Department allowed Jason to advance his technological skills by helping to provide students and adult students with web-based, interactive instruction. With the use of advanced technology, Jason helps facilitate the development of web-based programs, including on-line faculty projects and the recording, duplication and encoding processes of audio/visual materials for web usage.

One of Jason's most rewarding experiences was his involvement with the Greater Washington DC Urban League. During his association with this national community service organization, Jason assisted in developing a mentor training module and program guide for the Urban League's Thursday Network Mentor Program (2000). Jason also served as a mentor for a period of four years and was honored and recognized as Mentor of the Month. As a member of the Steering Committee, Jason demonstrated his leadership abilities and helped to shape the direction of the mentor program. He also served as mentor representative to the Community Service Committee and as school liaison for the program.

Jason's long term goals and commitments are both career and community based. Some of his career goals are to refine and advance his writing and web development skills and to further creative web-based projects, including an interactive, web-based round table discussion on music and the arts. Jason's dedication to and appreciation for community involvement has inspired him to work towards establishing a non-profit academic and recreational center for children and adults.



Kiyo D. Oden, Esquire- The Oden Firm, P.C.
Legal Counsel- R. Witt & Company, LLC

The Oden Firm, P.C. is a law firm specializing in assisting small and medium businesses with their corporate organizational and other transactional needs. The Oden Firm represents individuals and corporations in a variety of industries, including technology, real estate, construction, management consulting, sports and entertainment. The Oden Firm provideds legal assistance in areas including, but not limited to: corporate formation (LLCs, S Corporations, etc), licensing, contract drafting, review and negotiation, employment and contractor agreements, financing and other general corporate matters. The Oden Firm also represents athletes and entertainers in their contractual and related matters.

Kiyo Oden is the Legal Counsel for R. Witt & Company, LLC and the principal of The Oden Firm, P.C., a Washington, D.C., -based law firm specializing in corporate, sports and entertainment industry representation. Prior to starting The Oden Firm, Kiyo was the senior associate at Fried & Company, P.C., of Washington, D.C. for six years. Kiyo has represented several companies and athletes in sports and other industries, including several corporations in domestic and international transactions. In addition, Kiyo has represented various athletes and sports and entertainment related companies, including, 2002 NBA All-Star Steve Francis of the Houston Rockets, Former WBC Welterweight Champion Sharmba Mitchell, Boxing Promoter America Presents Boxing, LLC, the National Lacrosse League and Rap-A-Lot Records.

Kiyo holds a bachelor's degree from Howard University, a law degree from the George Washington University National Law Center and a Master's Degree from the George Washington University School of Public Health. Kiyo is active in charitable organizations addressing women's and children's issues. She sits on the advisory board of Hermanas Unidas, a Latina women's empowerment group, as well as on the board of directors of Friends of the Children of Angola, an organization raising awareness of and funds surrounding issues facing the children of war-torn Angola. As avid traveler, Kiyo speaks several languages. Attorney Oden is a native of Los Angeles, California and currently resides in Silver Spring, Maryland.