Fred Burford Email & Phone Number

ABOUT:"Vision without action is merely a dream. Action without vision just passes the time. Vision with action can change the world." - Joel A. Barker. This guiding principle captures my career journey, where foresight and decisive action converge to navigate organizations through complex financial landscapes toward sustainable growth and profitability.With over two decades of experience at the financial helm of corporations, I've had the privilege of transforming fiscal challenges into victories. My tenure is marked by leading high-stakes ventures through financial and regulatory environments, achieving milestones that have escalated sales to the billion-dollar mark and streamlined operations for improved efficiency and profitability.Key areas of expertise include:Financial Restructuring | Growth Strategy Implementation | Operational Excellence | Financial Compliance | Budgeting and Forecasting | Cash Flow Management | Mergers and Acquisitions | Investment Strategies | Cost Control and Reduction | Capital Structure Management | Stakeholder Relations | Tax Strategy and Planning.A highlight of my career was spearheading the financial operations for a spin-off from Holiday Corporation, leading to the triumphant operations of brands such as Harrah's, Embassy Suites, and Hampton Inns, culminating in $1 billion in sales. This achievement was facilitated through supervision of a 100-member team, SEC filings, initial debt financings, and the issuance of 7 million shares of stock.I also administered a strategic restructuring post-17 months of operations that yielded a $40-50 million annual reduction in state taxes, a $5 million annual decrease in city payments, elimination of $500 million in debt, and favorable operational adjustments.My financial leadership ethos is centered around innovative problem-solving, rigorous financial discipline, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. These principles have guided me to double stock prices within a year and achieve substantial savings through risk management, overhead reductions, and ultimately, a sale and liquidation of the company.As I continue to lead with a vision to inspire and the determination to execute, I seek to connect with like-minded professionals and organizations aiming to navigate the complexities of today's financial landscapes. Together, we can turn vision into reality, fostering organizational resilience, profitability, and growth.📩 I invite you to reach out for discussions on financial leadership, strategy, and how we can collaboratively achieve your organization's financial goals.

Listed skills include Financial Operations, Operations, Economic Forecasting, Regulatory Requirements, and 37 others.

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  University Of Mississippi - School Of Business Administration

  Accounting