As a CFO and VP of Finance, I am known for driving strategic growth for retail, distribution, manufacturing, software, FMCG, start-up, digital, and entertainment companies. Contact me at kniederloh@gmail.com. I have a knack for seeing the big operational picture and using data, analytics, industry trends, and historical context to create successful growth strategies. Solid track record of building finance teams that function as trusted business partners throughout the organization, operate holistically, and are owner/operators within the business areas they support. Excel in nimble, high-growth environments. Specialize in helping companies:• Overcome obstacles to growth• Identify cost drivers and substantial areas of savings• Build consensus for difficult changes in systems or finance processes• Implement a long-range outlook through financial planning and strategy As VP Finance for Activision, I played a key role on a team that grew a $40M PC-only game publisher focused on North American IP and markets to a $250M console publisher with a worldwide footprint. I led a high-performing finance team in developing and implementing our short- and long-term business strategies. While Director of Finance at Carlson Companies, I collaborated on three successful acquisitions and integrations within the hospitality industry. As Carlson’s Travel Audit Director, I restructured the audit function to focus on high-risk issues, significantly improving compliance. Passionate about my community, I served as Head of Finance for a non-profit charter school in urban Minneapolis and have coached for the MN Thunder and Caledonia Boys Club (Scotland). Avid soccer fan, former player, youth coach, and Rangers Football Club supporter.