Overview
Over 40 years in public and private accounting in a number of industries including construction, real estate development, property management, wholesale distribution, manufacturing and professional services.
Spent 10 years a COO and CFO of a $25M technology reseller achieving:
- $18M sales growth
- Implemented strategic planning and strategic management processes
- Streamlined the finance department resulting in improved efficiency and enhanced teamwork with management and operations
10 years as CFO for a $15M residential property developer and home builder:
- Implemented new construction based software system
- Assisted in streamlining home construction process resulting in capacity increasing from 32 homes completed per year to 52.
While at CLA have been involved in:
- Finance Department Assessments. Performed assessments for companies in a variety of industries including manufacturing, transportation, construction, county government and public housing resulting in recommendations related to organizational structure enhancements, improved efficiencies, and technology innovations.
- Outsourcing Services. Performed finance and operations services on a temporary basis for a number of clients, primarily in the construction industry
Education
BA in Economics from St. Cloud State University
BSB in Accounting from the University of Minnesota
MBA from St. Cloud State University
In the community
St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce
United Way of St Cloud
St Cloud Jaycees
St. Cloud Lions Club