* Highly focused, motivated and experienced hands-on financial executive, with demonstrated achievements contributing to superior corporate performance through expert alignment of financial initiatives and operational goals with corporate objectives.* Contributes to the success of M&A transactions through the development and implementation of process improvements, controls, and other operating and strategic enhancements that position companies as attractive acquisition targets; additionally, leads the identification and due diligence of potential acquisition targets on behalf of companies seeking growth.* Adept in working with smaller corporations and start-ups, with expertise in advising SMBs on financial strategy and execution in interim leadership roles.* Offers over two decades of expertise in M&A transactions, with experience in due diligence, post closing implementation, and valuation; recent deals include an acquisition of a Northwest region competitor that empowered the company’s entry into markets in Washingon, Alaska, and Oregon. Over a seven-year period, actively involved in 150 acquisitions.* Consistent track record of significant achievements in finance, operations management, and process improvement with collaborative relationships with multiple departments.Core Skills & Competencies:* Operations Management* Strategic Planning* Reporting and Forecasting* Financial LeadershipKey Career Achievements:* Farm Fresh To You - Led expansion into the Pacific Northwest through the acquisition of companies for this provider of organic fruits and vegetables* Kids Care Dental Group - Hired to position the company for acquisition, completing a sale to private equity in 21 months* Waste Connections - Gained invaluable expertise in a startup environment sustaining rapid growth, with experience in M&A and public offeringsEmail me at michaelfoos@gmail.com or call me at (916) 346-5142