Functional Skills
Procurement
Project Management
Accounting
Cost Accounting
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
Finance Transformation
Private Equity Investing
Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP)
Marketing Analytics
Accounting Software Implementation
Forecasting / Projections
Innovation Management
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Software Skills
PowerBI
Sage Intacct
Quickbooks
Microsoft Excel
Google Sheets
Google Docs
ADP
ADP Workforce Now
Artificial Intelligence
Data visualization
Database migration
MacOS
Microsoft Great Plains
Salesforce
Shopify
Sector Experience
Consumer Goods
Financial Services
Manufacturing
Retail
Technology
Experience
Growth Guidance Solutions LLC
Finance
Fractional CFO
1/2008 - Present
Provide fractional CFO services to growth-focused private equity-backed, entrepreneurial, and mid-market companies. Help business owners gain control of their financial operations, improve profitability, and prepare for scale, exit, or strategic transition.
Key accomplishments and capabilities:
Designed and automated executive dashboards using Power BI, integrating data across accounting, payroll, job costing, and operational systems
Built dynamic cash forecasting models and job profitability reporting tools to support confident decision-making
Led companies through complex transformations, including exits, Chapter 11 restructures, and growth-stage reinventions
Implemented 9 ERP systems, aligning financial structure with GAAP compliance and operational needs
Developed revenue recognition processes, inventory frameworks, and pricing models tailored to each client’s industry
Key accomplishments and capabilities:
Designed and automated executive dashboards using Power BI, integrating data across accounting, payroll, job costing, and operational systems
Built dynamic cash forecasting models and job profitability reporting tools to support confident decision-making
Led companies through complex transformations, including exits, Chapter 11 restructures, and growth-stage reinventions
Implemented 9 ERP systems, aligning financial structure with GAAP compliance and operational needs
Developed revenue recognition processes, inventory frameworks, and pricing models tailored to each client’s industry
Globe Building Materials, Inc.
Corporate Strategy & Development
Chief Financial Officer
4/1996 - 4/2008
Led financial turnaround for a highly leveraged manufacturing business, managing key relationships with institutional noteholders including AIG and TIAA-CREF
Secured a $30 million working capital line of credit and successfully restructured $70 million in long-term debt
Imposed company-wide spending discipline and improved cash flow management through enhanced forecasting and controls
Accelerated receivables collection and negotiated favorable advance rates and payment terms with trade creditors
Oversaw the successful implementation of a new ERP system to support operational transparency and financial reporting
Secured a $30 million working capital line of credit and successfully restructured $70 million in long-term debt
Imposed company-wide spending discipline and improved cash flow management through enhanced forecasting and controls
Accelerated receivables collection and negotiated favorable advance rates and payment terms with trade creditors
Oversaw the successful implementation of a new ERP system to support operational transparency and financial reporting
Tatum CFO
Management Consulting
Partner
4/2005 - 1/2008
Provided fractional and interim CFO leadership to mid-market companies, often in high-stakes or transition environments. Led financial turnarounds, cash flow improvements, and system overhauls across private equity, entrepreneurial, and family-owned businesses. Trusted advisor to CEOs and investors—delivering clarity, structure, and results when it mattered most.
TechAlt, Inc.
Accounting
Chief Financial Officer
3/2004 - 2/2005
Led the launch of TechAlt’s financial operations, including implementation of its first accounting systems and internal controls
Established company-wide health and business insurance programs to support early-stage growth and employee retention
Directed the company’s initial SEC registration and reporting processes, preparing the organization for capital raising and public compliance
Provided financial leadership in budgeting, forecasting, tax strategy, and cost variance analysis during a critical start-up phase
Applied strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional teamwork skills to support rapid product development and market readiness
Established company-wide health and business insurance programs to support early-stage growth and employee retention
Directed the company’s initial SEC registration and reporting processes, preparing the organization for capital raising and public compliance
Provided financial leadership in budgeting, forecasting, tax strategy, and cost variance analysis during a critical start-up phase
Applied strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional teamwork skills to support rapid product development and market readiness
Recognition Source
Accounting
Chief Financial Officer
2/2003 - 3/2004
Provided financial leadership for a newly independent company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of wireless access control devices
Established foundational financial processes, including budgeting, forecasting, inventory analysis, and internal controls tailored for a high-growth manufacturing environment
Led investor relations and board reporting, delivering actionable insights and financial transparency to support strategic decision-making
Oversaw financial reporting, balance sheet review, and cost variance analysis to drive performance and operational efficiency
Supported executive team in navigating early-stage challenges, positioning the company for sustainable growth and future capital strategies
Established foundational financial processes, including budgeting, forecasting, inventory analysis, and internal controls tailored for a high-growth manufacturing environment
Led investor relations and board reporting, delivering actionable insights and financial transparency to support strategic decision-making
Oversaw financial reporting, balance sheet review, and cost variance analysis to drive performance and operational efficiency
Supported executive team in navigating early-stage challenges, positioning the company for sustainable growth and future capital strategies
International Imaging Electronics, Inc.
Finance
Chief Financial Officer
4/1988 - 4/1996
Oversaw the company’s successful transition from Chapter 11 bankruptcy to preferred supplier status with major OEMs
Managed manufacturing, finance, and IT operations, driving alignment across departments during financial recovery
Selected and implemented a new production software system, reducing inventory levels by 25% and improving delivery performance
Managed manufacturing, finance, and IT operations, driving alignment across departments during financial recovery
Selected and implemented a new production software system, reducing inventory levels by 25% and improving delivery performance
Seatt Corporation
Accounting
Corporate Controller
4/1988 - 4/1996
Led the financial planning and execution of offshore production transition for an international smoke detector manufacturer
Oversaw the financial start-up of a new manufacturing facility in Mexico, supporting cost-effective global expansion
Coordinated the successful implementation of an integrated MRP system to enhance production and inventory management
Developed detailed cash flow forecasting models that supported and secured external financing for the new operation
Oversaw the financial start-up of a new manufacturing facility in Mexico, supporting cost-effective global expansion
Coordinated the successful implementation of an integrated MRP system to enhance production and inventory management
Developed detailed cash flow forecasting models that supported and secured external financing for the new operation
Atlantic Richfield Corporation
Finance
Senior Financial Analyst
3/1984 - 4/1988
Provided high-level financial analysis to the executive team for a $2B division of Atlantic Richfield (now BP)
Coordinated global budgeting efforts and led the preparation and analysis of full-year financial forecasts
Developed and maintained corporate financial planning models to support strategic decision-making at the division level
Coordinated global budgeting efforts and led the preparation and analysis of full-year financial forecasts
Developed and maintained corporate financial planning models to support strategic decision-making at the division level
United Technologies
Accounting
Division Manager of Cost Accounting / Plant Controller
4/1977 - 3/1981
Manufacturing cost accounting, capital expenditure evaluation, inventory control, and management, ERP implementation