CFO Candidate #11182025
St. Louis, MO
Executive Search, Finance
36 years
11/18/2025
Profile
I’m a data-driven Finance and Operations leader with a proven background in managing companies and their boards through accelerated growth including startups, turnarounds, acquisitions and IPOs. I have the added benefit of a skillset that has already transferred to several industries as well as extensive global engagement in over 20 countries.
Career Highlight 1: Series A-F raised $100M; Acquisitions $120M, IPO raised $100M
Career Highlight 2: As a 19-year executive leader, 18 years have been profitable
Career Highlight 3: Board engagement, meeting prep and reporting for 20 years
Why Hire This Candidate (In Their Own Words): I add value by being an integrator and facilitator. I understand and help form the high-level direction of the executive team and board as well as understand the day-to-day operational needs of the business and staff. I then collaborate to create a path that best addresses the inputs of all, creates consensus and leads the team to a successful outcome.
Strengths: Analyzing data and using it to make better decisions
Developing loyal employees and preparing them to be managers
Positioning the company in the best possible light for fundraising and board reporting
Managing companies through rapid growth and expansi
Hobbies & Personal Interests: YMCA of the Ozarks Board Treasurer, Cycling, Fly Fishing, Audiobooks
Education: MBA (Wash U)
Industry Experience: Construction/Engineering, Emerging Growth Companies, Manufacturing, Non-Profit, Private Equity, Retail, Software, Technology, Telecom
Company Fit: Small and Medium
Management Experience: 25 years management experience – the most I managed at one time under me was about 50.
Software Experience: Netsuite
Quickbooks
MS Dynamics 365
Workday
Fishbowl
Open To: Hybrid, In-office, Remote
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