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Straight from an Ops Specialist role? Probably not.

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I was thinking more so from the VP level

I personally think you'd need to have some pretty impressive stuff under your belt from those years in OPs. Even then I'm not sure it would be easy/doable.

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I do feel like there is some relatable functions. Maybe a cpa would help

It's possible but it would be challenging. You need to have solid experience if you want to pursue that path. Just give it a try.

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