As the CFO of Wintrust Wealth Management, I lead the financial strategy and governance of a $45 billion wealth management platform that provides comprehensive investment, trust, and banking solutions. I have over 25 years of experience in senior finance and accounting roles in the highly regulated financial services industry, with a CPA and FINOP certification.My core competencies include financial planning and analysis, internal controls and risk management, financial systems and reporting, tax and regulatory compliance, and mergers and acquisitions. I am passionate about solving structural profitability and cost issues and developing and implementing well-grounded business plans and tactics. I think and act as a business owner, enabling my analytical and strategic skills in solving financial and business performance issues.I have a low ego and high sense of humor leadership and interpersonal style, which helps me build trust and foster a positive and productive work environment. I practice ethical and sound accounting and financial management in complex corporate environments as well as stand-alone businesses. I effectively lead my teams through continuous and rapid change, while implementing key organization initiatives, including multiple acquisition integrations. I also have a strong track record of raising capital and optimizing operational efficiencies and expense management.