Jay Handline

Managing Partner : The Fenwick Group

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Experience Overview

Jay Handline is a co-founder and Managing Partner of The Fenwick Group, a strategic advisory firm specializing in M&A, growth strategy, and innovation across healthcare, sports, and entertainment. With more than 30 years of entrepreneurial leadership, Jay has led turnarounds, integrations, and capital events for founder-led companies, private equity firms, and corporate divisions. His expertise spans both operating roles and strategic advisory, making him a trusted partner for organizations navigating high-growth, high-stakes environments.

Healthcare Leadership

Jay is widely recognized for his deep experience in healthcare M&A and operational optimization. He has led diligence and integration efforts on both the buy- and sell-side, especially in behavioral health and owner-operated provider networks. His leadership spans acute care and med-surge hospitals, specialty psychiatric, and substance use disorder providers, along with digital health platforms, with a focus on driving measurable results—reducing costs, improving margins, optimizing clinical workflows, and preparing companies for investment or acquisition. Jay has also founded and scaled multiple healthcare SaaS and telehealth ventures.

Innovation in Sports & Entertainment

At the intersection of media and technology, Jay has founded and advised companies in interactive content, sports streaming, music platforms, and digital video. His ventures include Cloud Media Center, Forward Sports Network, and Synchronicity Live, with partnerships involving Fox Sports, Apple Music, TCI, and AOL. He’s helped teams and platforms refine their digital infrastructure, grow audiences, and monetize content through scalable technology and creative strategy.

Approach to Value Creation

Jay combines strategic vision with hands-on execution. He excels at identifying market opportunities, structuring deals, and building the operational engines needed to scale. His ability to bridge clinical, technical, and financial functions enables him to deliver results across industries. Whether advising PE firms or preparing founders for exit, Jay focuses on creating long-term enterprise value, not just short-term wins.

Board & Advisory Roles

Jay continues to advise executive teams, investors, and boards through capital raises, acquisitions, platform launches, and market repositioning. He is a frequent strategic partner to private equity firms and family offices, and serves in board and consulting capacities across healthtech, media, and sports verticals.

What You Get with The Fenwick Group

When you work with The Fenwick Group, you gain more than an advisor — you gain access to Jay Handline’s circle of trust. Each member of this network has been tested, vetted, and hand-selected to deliver results at the highest level. Together, we bring deep expertise across capital, operations, marketing, analytics, and strategy to accelerate growth and prepare businesses for stronger exits.

Robert E. “Bob” Portrie

  • Robert E. “Bob” Portrie is an accomplished executive with a pioneering background in the use of internet technologies within the insurance and financial services sectors. Recognized for his early adoption of web-based B2B tools and customer relationship marketing, he has played a key role in advancing how companies leverage digital platforms to scale growth and strengthen client relationships.

    Portrie began his career at AT&T before taking on leadership of InfoMation Publishing Corporation, a CMGI subsidiary, where he oversaw the development of breakthrough knowledge management software. He later served as Managing Partner at RCM Technologies, advising organizations from Fortune 50 companies to early-stage startups on technology development, strategic planning, and capital formation. Over the course of his career, he has held executive roles including President of Digital Cement, Chairman at Confirmnet Corporation and Visual IO, and Founding Partner at The Fenwick Group, while also contributing to ventures such as RNETHealth and Ermis Labs.

    In addition to his corporate leadership, Portrie lends his expertise to academic and industry boards, including the University of Florida, University of Arizona, ACORD, and the Cape Cod Museum of Art. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Fitchburg State University and completed an executive program at Northeastern University. He resides in Florida and Massachusetts with his family.

Lee Bushkell

  • Mark Donovan is an accomplished entrepreneur, strategist, and transformation leader with a proven record of creating, scaling, and exiting market-defining ventures. His career spans industries including artificial intelligence, blockchain, healthcare, consumer products, and media. Focused on innovation and execution, Mark has built high-growth companies that have generated more than $900 million in shareholder value and achieved adoption in over 65 countries.

    Mark’s leadership career is defined by the breadth of organizations he’s helped shape. He played a key role in steering Rent.com to its acquisition by eBay and served as an early investor and board member for imATHLETE, helping transform digital engagement in endurance sports before its sale to Gannett. Earlier, he launched Flyfone, one of the first large-scale global VOIP platforms, and built a foundation at The Walt Disney Company and Mercer Management Consulting, where he developed expertise in strategy, transformation, and market development. He has advised global brands, healthcare organizations, and public institutions on innovation and growth.

    Mark is known for applying insights across industries—bridging lessons from consumer brands to healthcare, media to AI, and wellness to enterprise platforms. His leadership combines strategic rigor with empathy, uniting purpose with performance. He currently serves as vice chair of the Board of Advisors for Emerson College and as a board member for Advance Collegiate, and has held numerous advisory roles across healthcare, higher education, and growth-stage ventures.

    Outside of work, Mark is a classically trained vocalist through the Tanglewood Music Center and a dedicated marathoner for more than three decades. He is the author of multiple patents and holds degrees from Emerson College and Columbia University. He lives in New York City with his wife and daughters.

William Sutjiadi

  • William Sutjiadi is a seasoned serial entrepreneur with more than 25 years of proven success across diverse industries, including healthcare, wellness, e-commerce, IT services, online gaming, food & beverage, and management consulting.

    In 2004, he founded Mahjong Time, which grew into the world’s largest online mahjong platform and later joined the World Series of Mahjong, becoming part of a billion-dollar public gaming company in 2009. As a technologist, William contributed to 14 blockbuster arcade titles—including Mortal Kombat—which together generated more than $200 million in revenue.

    William’s entrepreneurial ventures span from pioneering affiliate marketing with CashPile.com, later evolved into MerchandisingAvenue.com with $6.5 million in venture backing, to launching FractionPrice, a profitable e-retailer of fashion accessories sold in 2008 after years of multimillion-dollar growth.

    In 2019, William turned a personal passion into a thriving business in the food & beverage industry. What began as a single café quickly expanded into multiple locations, growing further into full-service restaurants and a craft brewery. His hands-on leadership and vision have transformed this venture into a fast-rising brand with a loyal following.

    He has also held senior leadership roles, serving as CTO of Convergence Health, where he spearheaded the development of a healthcare platform used by Fortune 50 companies and over 100 million users, and as VP of Operations at SelfHelpWorks, a leading online health and wellness service reaching millions worldwide.

    Beyond business, William has been a ranked chess player, an active member of multiple corporate and nonprofit boards, and is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of innovators. He lives with his wife and is the proud father of two adult children.

Joseph DeNucci


  • Joseph A. DeNucci brings more than 25 years of leadership in the healthcare and wellness industries, specializing in strategic planning, business development, and the integration of conventional medicine with alternative and holistic approaches. As President of DeNucci & Associates, he has advised leading institutions and organizations including Duke University, Baptist/St. Vincent Health System, Medtronic, Sierra Tucson Treatment Hospital, Miraval–Life in Balance Resort and Spa, and The Tibet House on behalf of the Dalai Lama. He has also developed and owned several healthcare-related businesses, guiding projects that merge clinical care with lifestyle, wellness, and hospitality.

    DeNucci is co-founder and managing partner of NextHealth, LLC, a Chicago-based private investment firm that supports startup companies in the healthy living sector. He also served as partner and operations executive for Asgard Health in Palm Beach, Florida, where he helped oversee behavioral health and treatment programs including the Rosewood Eating Disorders Center, A New Journey in Malibu, and the Palm Beach Institute. Earlier in his career, he created Behavioral Services Management, an integrated model of care that was adopted by Baptist/St. Vincent’s Healthcare System, which later purchased the service and engaged him to design complementary and alternative medicine strategies for its physician groups.

    His executive experience spans several high-profile leadership roles. He served as COO of WorldCare Dubai, leading a $350 million health destination resort project in partnership with Duke University and Partners Healthcare. As COO and Senior Vice President of Wellness for Miraval, he expanded therapeutic spa and clinical programming. He also held senior roles at Duke University Health System’s internationally recognized Center for Living, as well as at ProCare Health Management and Comprehensive Care Corporation. Across his career, DeNucci has remained committed to advancing integrative health models that connect medical science with wellness, prevention, and holistic care.

  • Josephine Tynes brings over 13 years of experience running behavioral health operations and building multidisciplinary approaches to modern challenges. Known for her discretion and steady leadership under pressure, she blends clinical expertise with strategic insight to support clients navigating complex personal and professional situations.

    Her work focuses on high-stakes environments where accountability, resilience, and reputation are critical. Josephine designs and manages comprehensive support systems, guides leaders through organizational and personal transformation, and develops innovative treatment protocols now used internationally. She approaches every engagement with both operational precision and clinical depth, ensuring sustainable results for individuals and organizations alike.

    In addition to her consulting practice, Josephine teaches as an adjunct professor at Brown University and advises executive teams undergoing major transitions. She is a frequent speaker at industry conferences and continues to push the boundaries of how behavioral health, leadership strategy, and organizational change intersect.

Josephine Tynes

Mark Donovan

  • Lee Bushkell brings more than 30 years of digital media and sports experience, with a career spanning e-commerce, digital publishing, and video content production. His innovative work has earned him two Emmy Awards and multiple Webby Awards, underscoring his impact on both consumer engagement and digital strategy. Lee has collaborated with some of the world’s most recognizable brands, publishers, and sports organizations, helping them expand reach and enhance profitability.

    Throughout his career, Lee has held leadership and consulting roles for global brands such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Coca-Cola, NASCAR, the PGA TOUR, and Turner. His strategic oversight has consistently driven measurable growth in revenue, audience engagement, and operational performance. Whether serving as a consultant, divisional vice president, or media executive, Lee has a proven ability to guide organizations through the evolving digital landscape.

    Lee’s sports industry expertise includes leadership roles across golf, motorsports, and college athletics. Most recently, he served as media lead for The Brandr Group (TBG), overseeing NIL partnerships and sponsorships with more than 100 Division I schools, in collaboration with partners such as Sinclair and Twitch. As Vice President at the PGA TOUR, he created the TOUR’s digital sales team and significantly grew its revenue and audience. Earlier in his career, Lee served as Director of Consumer Products at Turner Sports, where he focused on digital initiatives for NASCAR and the PGA of America.

Jennifer Tuel

  • Jennifer Tuel is an award-winning Creative Director and Art Director with two decades of experience shaping brand narratives across industries and platforms. Since launching her career in 2005, Jen has led creative work for Fortune 500 companies, global nonprofits, and emerging brands—developing campaigns that connect emotionally, build communities, and drive impact. She’s known for her ability to craft cohesive brand stories that come to life across digital, broadcast, social, and experiential channels.

    Over the course of her career, Jen has led creative for iconic brands including Secret Deodorant, Mountain Dew, Jack Daniel’s, Burt’s Bees, Publix, and Shoe Carnival. She has also built and scaled in-house creative teams, most notably during her time as Creative Director for Pet Paradise, where she oversaw storytelling across seven national campaigns, launched a sister veterinary brand, and served as the voice of the company’s award-winning brand videos.

    Jen’s work sits at the intersection of strategy and storytelling. As Creative Director at The Tebow Group, she led transformative brand initiatives for the Tim Tebow Foundation, including the organization’s umbrella rebrand and key ministry launches such as Her Song, Night to Shine, and Rising Light Ridge. She directed national TV campaigns for Nehemiah Manufacturing—makers of Tide to Go and Downy Wrinkle Releaser—highlighting their second-chance employment mission. Earlier in her career, Jen held creative leadership roles at top agencies, including 22Squared, MEplusYOU, Tribal DDB, and Slingshot, where she shaped campaigns for global consumer brands such as Toyota, Verizon, PepsiCo, P&G, and Dr Pepper Snapple Group.

    Jen brings a distinctive blend of storytelling, design thinking, and brand-building expertise. Her work spans rebrands, campaign development, content creation, and creative leadership, with a particular passion for helping brands clarify their purpose and connect authentically with audiences. Her branding work can be seen locally (WMNF.org), nationally (Pet Paradise, NewDay Veterinary Care), and globally (Tim Tebow Foundation).

    Based in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, Jen finds inspiration in the outdoors. She loves spending time at the beach with her family, discovering live music, camping, and traveling to new places. She holds a B.S. in Advertising from the University of Florida and studied Art Direction at Miami Ad School.

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