Rick Allen Email & Phone Number

Fairfield NJ

A private equity portfolio company--during a turnaround situation. Lead Director of Liquidity Committee. The company's trademarks included Alex Toys, Poof, Slinky, Ideal, Janod, Kaloo and Scientific Explorer.

Stratford, CT

Lead exec for all internal and external financial matters and act as Advisor to Koether Family Council (principal owners of the company). Significant interaction with independent Board of Directors.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Recruited to serve as CFO of the worldwide organization following 8 years on the Board of Directors of Special Olympics Connecticut. Held responsibility for the full range of financial functions.
• Developed and initiated a turnaround plan for the finance department. Initiatives included reorganizing the department, streamlining cash management, and managing outside accounting firm support to bring financial.

Naugatuck, CT

• Initially recruited as CFO to bring professional management to the company, later achieved ownership position of a $40 million packaging company by leading the leveraged acquisition from the majority owner. Addressed a.
• Obtained acquisition financing for management buyout, and later maintained excellent banking relations during workout status.
• Led an organizational transformation as the company grew to $40 million in revenue with a significant EBITDA improvement.
• Successfully sold the 2 divisions at significant multiples to industry competitors.

Greenwich, CT

A financial advisory and investment partnership.Led investment and advisory activities for new ventures and existing portfolio companies. Examples of completed transactions: sold a significant minority interest in technology company to Summit Partners, led a $60 million recapitalization of a $175 million revenue beverage distributor, raised debt and equity.

Baltimore, Maryland Area

$350 million manufacturer and retailer of rainwear, outerwear and sportswear sold primarily under the London Fog brand name.Recruited as a Group VP to manage and bring sound business practices to 4 divisions generating $150M+ annually, representing more than 40% of total company revenues. Developed business plans, built new management teams, and.

New York, NY And Stamford, CT

During 12 year GE tenure held virtually every professional position in the division leading to Managing Director including auditor, loan officer, transaction roles and manager positions.Manager of NYC Office for Leveraged Lending and other Corporate Finance loans and investments. 25 person group was responsible for all aspects of generating, closing and.