Performance-Driven Finance and Operations Executive with a proven track record of scaling businesses and driving substantial growth. Expert in executing strategic M&A deals, modernizing finance functions, and leading successful transformative change initiatives. Proven ability to optimize operations, reduce costs, and enhance profitability. Specialized in transitioning companies from founder-led structures to professional management or private equity models. With a deep understanding of financial strategy and operational excellence, I've successfully guided organizations through complex economic environments and achieved significant growth in diverse market sectors. Some examples of my demonstrated value include:• Providing successful financial leadership for companies ranging from $100M to $80B.• Acquired the #2 brand in wireless case protection (Speck) in an all-cash transaction from Samsonite and the #4 brand (Tech-21) in a stock transaction, with EBITDA from both acquisitions accretive in the first year. • Double digit growth in revenue and EBITDA margins by expanding into white label manufacturing and implementing cost controls to drive scale without reducing headcount or salaries, despite the pandemic (Telementum - PE & Privately Held).• Exceeded EBITDA, revenue, and cash flow goals every year from 2014 to 2019 with T-Mobile USA.• Meet or exceeded EBITDA, revenue, and gross margin growth goals each year at Thermo Fisher Scientific.Core Competencies:Private Equity, Strategic Planning, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Financial Governance, GAAP, IFRS, General & Cost Accounting, Internal Controls, SOX Compliance, Investor & Bank Relations, Financial Reporting, Treasury & Cash Management, SEC Reporting, IT Management, Human Resources, Turnarounds, Financial Information Systems, Real Estate Planning, Forecasting & Budgeting, Mergers & Acquisitions including Integrations
Listed skills include Cross Functional Team Leadership, Strategy, Financial Analysis, Management, and 44 others.
