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Business advisor, with a specialty for companies in transition phases. Experienced in all functional departments, and brings a big picture perspective with hands-on ability to engagements.• Strategic planning• Organizational structuring• EOS Integrator• Cash flow projection, monitoring and management• Obtaining financing• Process design and improvement• ERP selection and implementation• Operations and human resources management• Internal control structure and development• Budgeting and forecasting• KPI metric design and reporting• Lender and vendor relations• Risk management• Tax managementRecent engagements include:- COO and fractional CFO – rapidly growing specialty construction company. EOS integrator and led its implementation, focusing on structure and processes to achieve future growth.- Consultant – custom manufacturer, advised in preparation for sale.- Interim Controller – $35 mil custom manufacturer of machined/fabricated metal parts. Stabilized an understaffed team, made process improvements, hired new Controller and HR Director.- Interim VP Finance – $40 mil food manufacturer of healthy snack foods. Headed post-acquisition redesign of department and position, and led and managed ERP implementation.- Interim CFO - $70 mil value-added distributor / light manufacturer purchased by private equity firm. Performed post-acquisition work and transitioned outcomes/processes to new CFO.- Interim CFO – financially distressed manufacturing company. Managed pre-bankruptcy planning, production and filing of plan documents to successful plan approval and company recovery.- Consultant – holding company seeking to acquire small/midsize manufacturing companies. Identified target companies, managed communications and engaged in due diligence effort.- Consultant – construction company. Established accounting department structure, software set-up and definition, implementation of month-end processes and closes.

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Premise is a construction company specializing in building Nextgen wireless communication, energy and vehicle charging infrastructure. Oversees the organization's ongoing operations, and establishes policies that promote the company's culture and vision. Maintains control of diverse business operations, develops and implements strategic plan and integrates for organizational clarity and consistency to drive results.

New Hope, Minnesota, Us

Good Sense Foods is a producer of innovative, quality snack foods for healthier living. Directed the Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, and Human Resources Departments.

Full service contract manufacturer of investment cast parts and assemblies.Managed all financial activities and general economic outlook for the Company. Directed the Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, and Human Resources Departments.

Eden Prairie, Mn, Us

Professional services business within $40 billion grocery wholesaler/retailer.Managed all functions of this financial and accounting services business, which provides accounting, tax, payroll, bill paying, inventory and coupon processing services to over 300 clients. Led staff of 50 professional and clerical employees.

Cambridge, Mn, Us

Custom manufacturer of cable and wire harnesses. Managed all financial activities and general economic outlook. Directed the Accounting, Finance, Operations, Purchasing, Information Systems, and Human Resources Departments.

St. Paul, Mn, Us

Growing mid-size custom metal fabricator.Managed the current and long-term effectiveness of the Company’s finances and its financial organization. Responsible for overall financial plans, policies, controls and accounting practices. Directed the Accounting, Treasury, Information Systems, and Human Resources Departments. Reported to Owners, and managed other related Owner entities.

Custom machine shop and start-up magnetics fabricator. Responsible for all areas of accounting, cash management, and information systems.

Elk Grove Village, Illinois, Us

Market leader in magnet fabrication and distribution. Responsible for all aspects of financial analysis and budgeting. Project Manager for major operational project to select and install new ERP system at nine domestic operating locations. Reported to CFO.

Fortune 500 diversified specialty chemicals and materials producer. Performed quarterly assignments in a variety of departments within Dexter’s divisions. Operational project within Dexter's Magnetic Material Division led to a new position there.

London, Gb

Big 4 accounting, audit, tax, and consulting firm.Managed audit engagements. Served a variety of industries with a focus on manufacturing. Identified accounting and business systems/processes issues, and presented solutions. Managed audit teams, developed and recruited staff.