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Accomplished, results-oriented financial and operations executive with over 20 years of experience transforming businesses across multiple industries. A non-traditional CFO who works to simplify the complexities of an organization, bring clarity and prioritize goals, setting the company up for long-term success. Expert knowledge in implementing high-impact strategies that set clear objectives and providing the required tactical support to achieve those objectives. Adept at adding value through the restructuring of departments using functional change to drive employee engagement and establish long-term direct cost savings strategies. Focused on making the decisions that will move a company forward with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders that propel decisions forward. A seasoned leader who builds high-performing teams through identifying and investing in individual strengths and capabilities, motivating team members to achieve more than they ever thought possible. Holds a strong reputation for making teams work and bringing the right people together to create change and scalable growth. Builds trust with other executives by being a true partner to the CEO and building positive relationships with all levels of the organization. Notable Accomplishments: ► I am a finance leader uniquely comfortable with and reliant on building ties with IT and HR, having led both functions, and leveraging those ties to foster a shared culture of innovation and strong business ethics focused on the next great opportunity. ► In consecutive roles I have fully integrated a robust HRIS with FP&A tools; partnered with our local University to pursue an industry-specific curriculum to recruit top-level talent and secure first-generation graduates.► Drove 6-year revenue growth of 78% and corresponding EBITDA growth of 59% and led a comprehensive automation effort to convert to a collaborative CRM-focused platform to execute expanding market objectives. Specialties:► Financial Operations Management► Strategic Planning & Tactical Execution► HR Leadership► Talent Management ► Forward-Looking Risk Management► Perpetuation & Succession Planning► Conflict Resolution► Treasury & Investment Management► Change Management & Processes► Efficiency & Optimization► Training & People Development► BI/Analytics & Data Science Tools► Cross-Functional Collaboration► California HR Law Specialist► Workforce Planning & Implementation► Logistics & Supply Chain► Total Rewards Strategy & Design ► California HR Law Specialist► SaaS Learning Management Systems

Listed skills include Strategic Planning, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Financial Analysis, and 22 others.