SCOTT HALL is an agile, versatile, and customer-focused senior executive and business builder with a proven record of success as a corporate officer and an entrepreneur. He is a lifelong learner who brings a blend of financial acumen, operational expertise, sound ethical judgment, creativity, and broad-based experience in the service industries to the table. His personal leadership philosophy is rooted in putting people first while boosting their confidence and making them feel invested in the organization. Throughout his career, Scott has embraced business challenges, built engaged, high-performing, and vision-aligned teams, and driven sustainable cultures through open, authentic communication. He has effectively led companies through periods of dynamic acquisition and rapid, organic growth as well as in turnaround environments and crisis situations. The constant thread is his ability to solve complex problems and translate data into actionable insights that positively impact the bottom line and increase stakeholder value. With an ability to nurture an interactive organization, and leverage its collective talents, Scott views mentoring as a critical component of career success and a natural outgrowth of his leadership style. With a strong commitment to continuous improvement, he favors a collaborative, hands-on approach to problem-solving, always encouraging people to rise to the next level in their professional development. He is sensitive to the issues faced by companies in COVID-19 times in delivering timely information to suppliers and customers and keeping projects on track.LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTSScott has led major transformations of two privately owned companies as their CEO. He also served as the CFO for two top 100 law firms and was instrumental in helping the business navigate growth, hit revenue targets, triage potential merger candidates, and make significant technology and ERP upgrades.CORE COMPETENCIESTeam Building | Analytical Skills | Critical Thinking | Communication Skills | Strategy | Change Management | Risk Management | Program Management | Process Improvement | Business Case Development | Stress ToleranceGUIDING PRINCIPLESHonesty | Integrity | Authenticity | Empathy | Humility | Accountability | AdaptabilityScott is poised to provide conscientious C-level leadership for a growth or compromised B2B or B2C company as a CEO (small-to-midsize) or as a COO, CFO, or president (larger) in the services, retail, manufacturing, or logistics industries. Scott can be reached directly at scott.hall3870@gmail.com.
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Chief Operating OfficerCalibrate Network Nov 2023 - Present -
Managing PartnerWoods End Partners Jan 2021 - Oct 2023Woods End Partners is a Chicago-based consulting firm providing consulting services for small to mid-market sized businesses. The primary focus of the firm is on the financial and operational needs of manufacturing and service companies.
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Ceo | President And OwnerTriangle Decorating Aug 2002 - Dec 2020One of the largest commercial union painting contractors in the Midwest and the third largest in the Greater Chicago area. Customers of the Schaumburg, Illinois-based company crossed all industries, including, but not limited to healthcare, hospitality, corporate/commercial, and retail. Triangle built a legacy of customer service excellence by providing courteous, personalized attention and trusted, responsive product support.Scott developed and implemented corporate strategies and policies in collaboration with his executive team to establish and achieve short- and long-term business objectives. By aligning organizational goals with the company mission, he effectively doubled the business in the first four years (2003-2007) from $9 million to $20 million in revenue and increased the workforce from 70-140 employees. Additionally, he oversaw a sweeping digital transformation and complete modernization of the company through the implementation of new technologies and processes.In the period following the Great Recession (2009-2018), Scott and his team leveraged significant upgrades in technology and sales processes and rallied to achieve new levels of growth and profitability. Scott successfully designed the exit strategy for the company and finalized its business operations in Q4 2020.
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PresidentSweeney Oil Company Jul 1997 - Jun 2002A privately held, third generation business with annual revenues of $40 million. Operations of the Cicero, Illinois-based company included wholesale distribution and retail sales in the petroleum and convenience store industries. In this role, Scott reported directly to principal shareholders. He was entrusted with full responsibility for establishing the company’s strategic direction and leading the organization toward corporate renewal through turnaround strategiesDuring this period, he recruited and developed a team of highly productive, hands-on leaders for various management positions. He also facilitated the comprehensive implementation of new, first-time information systems, including network hardware/software, office systems software, accounting software, retail automation and internet/web site presence. Additionally, he implemented compensation plans and extensive benefit programs. From initial planning and contract negotiations through funding, design, development, and construction, Scott directed the entire construction cycle of two financially successful retail facilities. He also reduced corporate headcount by 50% through increased efficiencies and process improvements, negotiated a new labor agreement, and improved relations with Teamsters Local 705.Within the operating industries, Scott reviewed all viable options for business consolidation. He designed strategies that positioned the business units for sale, identified buyers, managed the negotiations, and closed the transactions.
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Chief Financial OfficerWinston & Strawn Llp Aug 1990 - Jun 1997Chicago, Illinois, UsFor this Chicago-based global law firm, Scott reported directly to the firm’s managing partner. He oversaw all finance and accounting, analysis and reporting, treasury, accounting systems, retirement plans, and property & liability insurance programs.Additionally, Scott designed and implemented business planning concepts by practice area to ensure the most appropriate strategic direction. He also selected, strategized, and implemented a new accounting system (hardware and software) and increased the flow of important financial information throughout the firm by improving communication strategies. -
Accounting ControllerSquire Sanders & Dempsey 1987 - 1990A full-service international law firm headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.In this role, Scott reported to the executive director and was fully responsible for all finance, treasury and accounting functions within the firm.
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Accounting ControllerLivingwell, Inc. 1985 - 1987For this Houston, Texas-based owner/operator of 400+ fitness centers with revenues in excess of $200 million, Scott reported to the president of the North Group and the senior vice president-corporate.
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Senior AuditorArthur Andersen & Co. 1982 - 1985Scott performed all duties and responsibilities customary to the position, including auditing, financial reporting, and SEC filings.
Scott H. Education Details
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University Of Wisconsin-WhitewaterAccounting
Frequently Asked Questions about Scott H.
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Scott H. works for Calibrate Network
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Scott H.'s current role is Chief Operating Officer.
What schools did Scott H. attend?
Scott H. attended University Of Wisconsin-Whitewater.
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