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Financial executive with 30 year track record of solutions to complex problems. Achieved over $1Billion in financial improvement through deal restructuring and cost containment.Skilled consultant and advisor to organizations providing clarity in planning and concrete recommendations for improvement. Ability to develop solutions that address multiple organization disciplinesSelected Accomplishments:• Led growth of new division, achieving profitability by end of first fiscal year.• Created and implemented capital allocation program managing liquidity across 13 subsidiaries• Increased revenues by 93% over 4 year period ($225M-$437M)• Increased EBIT 175% over same period ($45M-$125M), increasing EBIT Margin 850 basis points• Led integration team following simultaneous merger of 4 organizations• Renegotiated loan terms generating 18% additional liquidityIn depth expertise in forecasting, financial modeling, and treasury management. Strategic planning as well as hands-on accounting, financial management, and cost analysis. Direct experience in capital financing, initial public offerings, SEC reporting, and mergers & acquisitions. Experience in Fortune-ranked public, private, and non-profit environments. Strong real estate experience. Former CPASpecialties: Financial AnalysisStrategic PlanningConsultingFinance / AccountingJoint venture structuringBudgetingHomebuilding OperationsStart-upsM&ACompetitive AnalysisAcquisition due diligenceTreasury operations, cash management, banking relationsBusiness Operational Improvement

Listed skills include Financial Analysis, Due Diligence, Accounting, Cash Management, and 32 others.

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  Michigan State University

  Accounting And Finance