Tom Shaw Email & Phone Number

Cypress, California, United States

At Happy Brands, I've had the incredible opportunity to lead our evolution into a dominant omnichannel market leader in the world of planners, stickers, and scrapbooking supplies. My role involves steering the strategic shift from traditional wholesale to a robust multi-channel retail approach, significantly enhancing our brand's global presence and market penetration.• Revenue Growth: Led initiatives that significantly increased annual revenue streams, driving substantial financial performance improvements across the organization.• Omnichannel Strategy Implementation: Successfully transitioned to a seamless online-offline retail model, which significantly improved our customer reach and satisfaction.• Global Market Expansion: Expanded our distribution channels internationally, significantly growing our customer base and diversifying our market presence.• Supply Chain Optimization: Overhauled our logistics and partnership models to cut costs and enhance operational efficiency.• Crisis Management: Navigated the company through the COVID-19 pandemic with strategic foresight, ensuring continuity and growth during unprecedented times.

Greater Los Angeles, California, United States

At Goodwill Southern California, I managed a broad spectrum of operations across retail, donation centers, and service offerings. My focus was on driving expansion and enhancing program efficiencies, which ensured sustained growth and aligned with our mission.• Program Expansion: Led the expansion of core programs, significantly improving service outreach and operational capacity.• Innovative Service Initiatives: Created and implemented new programs that increased support for disadvantaged groups, strengthening our commitment to the community.• Strategic Operations Management: Directed strategic planning and execution, enhancing operational and HR practices.• Regulatory Adherence: Maintained high compliance with evolving regulations, upholding organizational standards.• Operational Efficiency Improvements: Identified and enacted critical enhancements, boosting organizational efficiency.

San Francisco, California, United States

During my tenure at TRX Training, I played a crucial role in aligning financial strategies with our corporate goals, contributing significantly to the company’s growth and operational success.• Strategic Financial Leadership: Formulated and executed financial strategies that bolstered the company’s growth, maintaining clear communication with stakeholders.• Operational Excellence: Led diverse teams in streamlining operations and improving service delivery, enhancing overall business performance.

San Antonio, Texas Area

CFO at Sun Capital owned medical device company, Revenues of $500M. Charged with the financial turnaround of The Scooter Store, I tackled significant fiscal challenges through strategic restructuring and vigilant financial management.• Financial Turnaround: Executed a comprehensive restructuring plan that effectively addressed a $30M cash flow deficit, reinstating financial stability.

Recruited to lead a team of 40+ professionals focused on Finance, Information Services, Inventory Planning and Allocation, Distribution, and Real Estate. In September 2010, promoted to Interim Chief Executive Officer to lead the company through the holiday season.Selected Contributions:• Implemented company-wide expense and cash forecasting, tracking and accountability• Successfully restructured Anchor Blue’s cost structure resulting in savings of $8.5 million on an annualized basis • Raised $3.25 million in capital from Sun Capital• Completed full ERP implementation using SaaS model, postponed rolling out to stores due to bankruptcy filing.• Currently managing Chapter 11 filing as Chief Restructuring Officer

Spearheaded marketing and sale of company assets. Drafted offering memorandum with equity partners and financial institutions. Delivered key acquisition presentations to Board of Directors and prospective strategic investors. Conducted extensive due diligence on prospective acquisition of American Greetings retail operation. Oversaw transitional operations of both businesses. Supervised 30+ professionals representing Finance, Information Services, Real Estate and Distribution Center Operations. Selected Contributions:• Concluded sale of Papyrus wholesale business, and purchase of American Greetings’ retail business in April 2009. • Completed full ERP implementation including rollout of 320 integrated store POS systems.• Negotiated 3 separate bank facilities, and 2 preferred stock issuances.

As VP of Finance, led internal Finance, Accounting, Treasury, and Insurance departments. Oversaw company stock administration. Protected company trademarks. Counseled business unit management to strengthen forecasting process.Selected Contributions:• Reduced monthly close time from 4 weeks to 5 days.• Instituted new General Ledger reconciliation process to ensure financial statement accuracy.• Decreased company DSO from 85 to less than 35 days.• Compartmentalized financial reporting and planning. • Saved $100K+ per year via aggressive travel vendor negotiations. • Lowered annual financing interest and fees by $500K.• Reformed reconciliation control through strategic banking partner reductions.• Promoted to Executive Leadership Team In less than 1 year.• Overhauled company purchasing program, and eliminated paper-based reporting process.

Director of Treasury (2004 to 2005)Selected to head worldwide cash forecasting, accounts payable and receivable, and collections functions. Controlled $1.6B investment portfolio. Administered stock repurchase and global insurance programs. Structured accurate accounting and SEC reporting procedures. Nurtured key banking relationships and team development. Selected Contributions:• Saved $250K annually via improved cash forecasting process. • Renegotiated existing insurance program • Boosted quarterly cash flow forecasting accuracy to within 4% of actuals. • Mitigated $300M in currency exposure via innovative foreign currency hedging model.Financial Controller - America’s Financial Planning and Analysis/Revenue Provided comprehensive financial support for company’s most productive sales group. Conducted extensive financial analysis and accounting. Organized monthly financial closings. Resolved revenue recognition contract issues. Operated employee compensation plans. Formulated departmental budgets. Recruited and developed top-tier financial analysts. Managed 8-member teamSelected Contributions:• Enhanced revenue forecasting accuracy by introducing standardized forecasting templates and forecasting tracker resulting in improved predictability of the America’s. • Promoted mentoring and professional development for female and minority staff.

Based in the United Kingdom, chosen to formulate global financial analysis, accounting, budget, and decision support for 3 multi-national business units producing $400M+ in revenue. Monitored corporate financial activity by country. Collaborated with senior management to ensure regional unity and cooperation. Recruited and led professional financial team. Selected Contributions:• Created accurate forecasting process for $200M Customer Support division.• Earned reputation for clear financial vision and strong leadership• Honored with “Achiever Club” sponsorship from senior management.

San Jose, California, United States

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Finance

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Zoology

Activities and Societies: Beta Theta Pi Fraternity