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Strongsville, Ohio, Us

LLK Greenhouse Solutions is a national greenhouse solution provider that has serviced the greenhouse and indoor growing industry for 90+ years. Based in Cleveland Ohio, LLK offers the following services across multiple industries including commercial, institutional, cannabis, and research:• Greenhouse Design: Comprehensive design of greenhouse structures, equipment and environmental control systems focused on creating the desired environment.• Greenhouse Supply: Collaboration with all major greenhouse manufacturers to offer greenhouse structures and equipment (e.g., glazing, blackout systems, shade curtains, heaters, lighting, environmental controls, benches, etc.) to meet the customers desired results.• Greenhouse Construction: National self-performed new construction, renovation, maintenance, and emergency repair services supporting all major greenhouse manufacturers.

Contract CFO assignments for special projects for companies without a full-time CFO. Contract assignment with Torsion Group Corp assisting with their year-end audit, sales tax filings, and SAP B1 upgrade.★

Les Charbonnières, Ch

Valtronic Technologies is a global full-service contract manufacturer with more than 35 years of experience in turnkey devices, microelectronic assemblies, and miniaturization in the medical device industry. Valtronic Technologies is based in Switzerland with another location in Morocco. Oversee the U.S. accounting and financial operations of the Company, including banking, risk management, and audit. Help manage IT and HR.Results-driven Financial Executive with 25 years of experience assisting public and private organizations in manufacturing, distribution, and service sectors. Proven track record of streamlining organizations, driving efficiencies, and saving hundreds of thousands in costs. Strong business and financial acumen with a bias for action. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Unquestionable integrity and character with the ability to keep calm under pressure. Persevering, approachable, and empathetic leader with the ability to build internal relationships and negotiate with external vendors. Proactive problem solver with an extensive network of outside experts.

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

KoKo, LLC is a $3M global respiratory information systems software developer and medical device manufacturing company with locations in Longmont, CO and Hertford, United Kingdom. Challenge: Lead the Company out of bankruptcy and establish credibility with customers, vendors, and banks. ► Financial leadership for U.S. operation in Longmont CO, and U.K. operation, including risk management and treasury.► Saved $60K+ or 55% on IT by outsourcing services to outside vendor. Significantly improved IT infrastructure.► Co-led Company out of bankruptcy, collaborating with outside counsel. o Converted a letter of credit to new bank freeing up $10K. o Saved $1.4K or 24% on bank fees & 2.5% on foreign currency transactions by converting to new bank. o Established new U.K. banking relationship, overcoming significant obstacles.► Renegotiated & obtained cost-effective auto, property, casualty & worldwide cargo insurance. ► Initiated review of Syspro system, engaging consultants to analyze transitioning from two software programs to one.

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

Alcon Industries is a $30M manufacturer and America’s leading producer of heat and corrosion resistant alloy castings and fabrications for over 40 years. Challenge: Fix the financial foundation, repair relationships with banks and stakeholders, and correct ERP software. ► Lead the ongoing turnaround effort in transitioning ERP systems from Symex to Odyssey. ► Repaired relationship with bank by conveying honesty, transparency, and proactive service. ► Corrected financial statements and balance sheets by reviewing line by line and making adjustments.► Identified and executed cost savings opportunities by streamlining contracts and negotiating better rates.

Strongsville, Ohio, Us

Torsion Group Corp, dba Action Industries, Ltd., and Torsion Source, is a $23M, privately held (private equity) designer, manufacturer and distributor of products for the garage door industry. Challenge: To consolidate and integrate 4 companies acquired by the private equity company into one entity. ► Led and successfully implemented consolidation of four companies into one in SAP under budget.► Achieved over $218K in savings during first year. Saved $65K annually by consolidating three acquisition positions into one. Reduced costs $60K annually by negotiating new rates with delivery company. Lowered costs by changing credit card providers, optimizing banking services and phone carriers, renegotiating vendor fees and using in-house recruiters. Converted payroll system from ADP Run to ADP Workforce saving $3K annually.► Saved $150K in annual interest expense while staying within bank covenant requirements by creating detailed model to pay off $2.1M in mezzanine debt.► Developed and created corporate guides including Employee Handbook and Corporate Travel Policy.► Created a breakeven model that is utilized monthly in forecasting EBITDA with significant accuracy. ► Instituted a cyber insurance policy.

Diversified Labor Support is a $12M provider of temporary skilled labor to the construction industry. Challenge: Hired to streamline financials, align with a payroll company, and spearhead national workers’ compensation plan – achieved all initiatives within 3 months. Managed financial operations, HR, and IT while reporting to the CEO with a staff of 4. Results:► Overall, achieved cost savings of at least $630K for the organization.► Saved approximately $500K by establishing a national workers’ compensation policy.► Outsourced payroll within 2 months, eliminating the liability of filing federal and over 30 state tax returns. ► Received abatement in penalties and interest from 22 government agencies saving $132K by filing and paying past due withholding and unemployment tax returns in over 30 states.► Positioned company for future growth by managing existing banking relationships and pursuing alternative financing strategies.► Processed over 800 interim employees, requiring rigorous hiring practices and meeting statutory documentation requirements. ► Optimized benefits and minimized impact on employees by redesigning medical plan, implementing FSA and Section 125 plans.► Engineered two-year review of published financial statements to ensure compliance with GAAP and industry standards. ► Instituted insurance policies for “Directors & Officers” and “Errors & Omissions.”

Arrowhead Industries is a $20M manufacturer of core metal products. Leader in automotive weather seal market focused exclusively on carriers. Challenge: Recruited to streamline operations and assist in growing the organization through acquisitions. Oversaw corporate financial operations, HR, 401(k) administration, payroll, accounts payable, credit and collections, treasury, risk management, and audit & tax. Reported to the President. Results:► Overall, realized cost savings of at least $70K.► Saved $53K, or 20% annually, by managing project with outside consultant in various indirect spend areas. ► Negotiated 33% annual payroll fees reduction, eliminated manual in-house payroll check processing, and added new workers’ compensation calculation to the services provided at no cost to the Company. ► Captured a 12% savings in foreign exchange contracts by changing vendors, saving 200 basis points per transaction.► Achieved 3% credit on healthcare renewal through employee wellness program. ► Converted the company’s costing system (Plex Software) from a manual to an algorithmic calculation. ► Redesigned 401(k) plan to allow employees to change contribution percentage anytime and allow new hires to contribute at the beginning of the first quarter after 6 months of employment. ► Improved efficiency and system documentation of transactions by eliminating manual vendor checks.

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

Corporate Controller & Treasurer (2012 to 2014) / Corporate Controller & Assistant Treasurer (2011 to 2012)Challenge: Initially recruited to replace Controller and assist in J. D. Edwards ERP implementation. Hired in 2006 when Company was $48M with 4 distribution centers and 4 manufacturing locations, but losing money in a steadily declining market. Drafted to assist in turning around Chilcote Company through cost reductions, consolidation of facilities, and workforce optimization.Reported to President, oversaw Corporate Financial Operations, 401(k) and ESOP administration, payroll, accounts payable, credit and collections, treasury, risk management, and audit & tax. Managed staff of 5. Results:► Overall, realized at least $800K in cost savings through streamlining many initiatives.► Saved participants and company $35K annually by changing administration of 401(k) and ESOP.► Decreased audit and tax return fees 52% annually over 6 years through negotiations.► Negotiated 15% savings in payroll processing costs while adding services. ►Lowered insurance fees 43% saving $83K annually by changing insurance brokers for property & casualty and health. Negotiated 15% savings in property and casualty insurance premiums.► Captured a 22% savings in premiums through negotiating health insurance renewals, converting to self-insured plans. Returned to fully insured in 2013 saving additional 12% in premiums and mitigating risk associated with aging workforce while adding HSA plan. ► Saved $30K annually in fees by transitioning from national to local bank.► Achieved small package freight savings of $90K by working with outside firm that negotiated rates.► Redesigned 401(k) plan.► Facilitated closing of San Antonio facility, saving $520K annually in property and real estate taxes and rent. As a result, reduced headcount by 53, eliminated underutilization, increased Cleveland capacity, and reduced fixed costs.

Cleveland, Ohio, Us

Corporate Controller (2009 to 2011) / Assistant Corporate Controller (2006 to 2009)Prepared and consolidated financial statements. Managed team of 10. Member of COO’s Management Team that identified strategies and improvements and also provided organizational leadership. Accountable for risk management and treasury functions. Created quarterly Management Discussion and Analysis (MD&A).Results:► Acted as team member in acquiring assets of largest customer, adding $4.5M to sales; optimized business model improving profit margins 100%; closed facility, consolidated operations, acquired web site and customer list of 19,000.► Directed divestiture of unprofitable, non-fitting operation; used proceeds to pay down debt.► Attained $124K in tax refunds, permanent tax savings and increased cash flow through R&D Tax Credit Study.► Realized $80K in savings by combining accounting functions in San Antonio with Cleveland’s centralized operations. Saved $70K by merging accounting functions and $10K by joining A/P and A/R departments.► Improved management across locations and positioned company for growth by leading Finance Team in ERP implementation to consolidate corporate-wide system. Provided mapping and historical financial information, set up Automated Accounting Instructions, prepared chart of accounts, and established standard costs of each product. ► Initiated Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account to the Company. ► Decreased number of days for month-end close 75%, from ~20 to 5 days.

Mayfield Heights, Oh, Us

Ferro Corporation is a $1.2B producer of performance materials for industry including polymer additives, coatings, electronic materials, specialty plastic compounds, colors, and pigments.Challenge: Initially recruited as a Financial Analyst and quickly promoted to Cost Analyst position. Next, joined SAP team as a power user and subsequently promoted to Controller. Recognized for ability to solve problems and assist with system implementations.Controller – Electronic Material Systems Division (2004 to 2006)Cost Analyst – Coatings Division (2001 to 2004)Financial Analyst - Polymer Additives Division (1999 to 2001)Provided consolidated monthly financial statements for 11 sites in $450M division. Combined monthly forecasts and created analytical reports. Provided division’s top-level consolidated financials from all global locations.Results:► Performed due diligence for potential acquisitions advising senior management of targets’ benefits; constructed what-if-analysis for balance sheets, P&L and cash flow statements, NPV and IRR calculations.► Assisted in restatement of 2003 and 2004 financial statements including preparation of 10Qs and 10Ks.► Served as expert for Precious Metals Control System module of SAP; monitored price volatility and inventories.► Selected as Extended-Team representative for the Financial Control (FICO) module of the SAP implementation team for the Electronic Material Systems division. Also provided support and trained plant personnel on module.► Created and established cost structures for 5 U.S. plants.

Certificate In Executive Management

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance And Economics

Bachelor’S Degree, Accounting

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