MISSION, VISION AND VALUES
Small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are vital to the American economy, contributing significantly towards job creation and innovation. They embody the entrepreneurial spirit, taking on all the risks associated with starting and running a business, often investing their own capital and time. These businesses foster growth and development, providing essential goods and services while driving local economies. By empowering SMB owners, we support not only dreams but also the backbone of our economy.
Azul Road Less Traveled offers an alternative approach to business and finance strategy for small-to-medium sized businesses, owners, and entrepreneurs. We go beyond traditional banking and services, aiming to fill the gap left by conventional institutions. Our focus is on empowering businesses to thrive and succeed in today's dynamic market. We provide tailored solutions and personalized support to address the unique financial needs of each client.
OUR FOUNDER
‘Two Roads Diverged in a Wood, and I Took the One Less Traveled by’
~ Robert Frost
Always interested in a good conversation and quality glass of wine. Meet Sheik Ramessar behind Azul Road Less Traveled.
Sheik understands the importance of planning and preparation whether talking about your next entrepreneurial venture, ongoing business endeavor or family skiing trip!
SHEIK RAMESSAR, MBA
Founder and Principal
Mr. Ramessar holds an MBA in Finance and Marketing from Woodbury University, and brings more than twenty years of financial and accounting reporting, strategic planning and modeling, and operations experience to his clients. Prior to Azul Road Less Traveled, he served as VP of Finance / VP of Business Development for a number of start-up and early stage companies developing and implementing business models within a variety of industries, including alternative investments, digital media, advertising, hospitality, and business consulting. Mr. Ramessar started his career in finance and accounting spending over ten years in management roles throughout Downtown Los Angeles at Transamerica, Trust Company of the West (TCW), and The Bank of New York Mellon Corp.
In addition to leading the charge at Azul Road Less Traveled, Mr. Ramessar is a co-founder and managing partner at The Noble CFO, QorAI (an AI solutions based company), and a family-owned business within the Retail Fuel Station Market.