Experience

Anderson Connectivity
• United States
• Aviation & Aerospace
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Chief Financial Officer

  • May 2021 - Present


Phoenix Solutions, Inc.

• United States

• Vice President Operations | Principal Consultant | Program Manager

  • Jul 2017 - May 2021

  Sought out by the Owner of this niche engineering and consulting firm to manage technical projects and quickly promoted to VP of Operations with accountability for Finance, Business Development, Program Management, Client and Vendor Management functions. Planned and managed the development and delivery of bespoke solutions for multi-national manufacturers, and large equipment suppliers in consumer products and pharmaceuticals. Coordinated the activities of project teams and vendor resources… Show more Sought out by the Owner of this niche engineering and consulting firm to manage technical projects and quickly promoted to VP of Operations with accountability for Finance, Business Development, Program Management, Client and Vendor Management functions. Planned and managed the development and delivery of bespoke solutions for multi-national manufacturers, and large equipment suppliers in consumer products and pharmaceuticals. Coordinated the activities of project teams and vendor resources to ensure quality and timely solution delivery. Led and Augmented Maintenance, Engineering and Operations organizations for clients while putting in place methodologies and best practices that were custom fit to their needs. Show less Sought out by the Owner of this niche engineering and consulting firm to manage technical projects and quickly promoted to VP of Operations with accountability for Finance, Business Development, Program Management, Client and Vendor Management functions. Planned and managed the development and delivery of bespoke solutions for multi-national manufacturers, and large equipment suppliers in consumer products and pharmaceuticals. Coordinated the activities of project teams and vendor resources… Show more Sought out by the Owner of this niche engineering and consulting firm to manage technical projects and quickly promoted to VP of Operations with accountability for Finance, Business Development, Program Management, Client and Vendor Management functions. Planned and managed the development and delivery of bespoke solutions for multi-national manufacturers, and large equipment suppliers in consumer products and pharmaceuticals. Coordinated the activities of project teams and vendor resources to ensure quality and timely solution delivery. Led and Augmented Maintenance, Engineering and Operations organizations for clients while putting in place methodologies and best practices that were custom fit to their needs. Show less



Tioga Resources

• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• CEO | Partner and Co-Founder

  • 2010 - 2017

  In 2010, Mike became a partner in the launch and operation of Tioga Resources, LLC, a West Virginia Limited Liability Company providing contract land services to exploration and production (midstream oil) and utility companies throughout the United States. He established and delivered core services that include project management, oil and gas lease negotiation, right of way negotiation and acquisition, title search and abstract, due diligence, settlement of surface damages, title curative and… Show more In 2010, Mike became a partner in the launch and operation of Tioga Resources, LLC, a West Virginia Limited Liability Company providing contract land services to exploration and production (midstream oil) and utility companies throughout the United States. He established and delivered core services that include project management, oil and gas lease negotiation, right of way negotiation and acquisition, title search and abstract, due diligence, settlement of surface damages, title curative and any similar task typical in land procurement efforts. After setting up the financial structure and organizational framework, Mike assumed control over sales, business development, and operations. Achievements ✓ Oversaw financial, accounting, and reporting functions ✓ Implemented billing, invoicing, and accounting systems to ensure proper compliance and reporting ✓ Grew the business from scratch to $7M in annual revenue ✓ Earned a trusted reputation with exploration and midstream oil companies for closing deals, securing land rights, and delivering results ahead of schedule Show less In 2010, Mike became a partner in the launch and operation of Tioga Resources, LLC, a West Virginia Limited Liability Company providing contract land services to exploration and production (midstream oil) and utility companies throughout the United States. He established and delivered core services that include project management, oil and gas lease negotiation, right of way negotiation and acquisition, title search and abstract, due diligence, settlement of surface damages, title curative and… Show more In 2010, Mike became a partner in the launch and operation of Tioga Resources, LLC, a West Virginia Limited Liability Company providing contract land services to exploration and production (midstream oil) and utility companies throughout the United States. He established and delivered core services that include project management, oil and gas lease negotiation, right of way negotiation and acquisition, title search and abstract, due diligence, settlement of surface damages, title curative and any similar task typical in land procurement efforts. After setting up the financial structure and organizational framework, Mike assumed control over sales, business development, and operations. Achievements ✓ Oversaw financial, accounting, and reporting functions ✓ Implemented billing, invoicing, and accounting systems to ensure proper compliance and reporting ✓ Grew the business from scratch to $7M in annual revenue ✓ Earned a trusted reputation with exploration and midstream oil companies for closing deals, securing land rights, and delivering results ahead of schedule Show less



Tahoe Management 2, LLC

• United States
• Retail Groceries

• CFO | Corporate Vice President

  • 2003 - 2012

  Brought on by the principal of this private holding company with businesses in manufacturing, retail, and real estate development to serve as a strategy adviser and manage all accounting operations. Engaged in day-to-day operations, hired and coached staff, managed sourcing, negotiated contracts, and directed all financial areas of the business, including: ► General Ledger Accounting ► Cash Flow Management ► Financial Reporting ► Tax and Treasury ► Software Systems… Show more Brought on by the principal of this private holding company with businesses in manufacturing, retail, and real estate development to serve as a strategy adviser and manage all accounting operations. Engaged in day-to-day operations, hired and coached staff, managed sourcing, negotiated contracts, and directed all financial areas of the business, including: ► General Ledger Accounting ► Cash Flow Management ► Financial Reporting ► Tax and Treasury ► Software Systems Integration ► Retail POS ► Credit ► Payroll Achievements ✓ Led a complete turnaround of the financial performance and position of the consolidated company, turning losses into profits ✓ Presided over a period of 2x revenue growth ✓ Eliminated $100K+ in annual finance expenses ✓ Upgraded the personnel and transformed the company culture ✓ Integrated technology solutions to automate financial reporting, statement consolidation, POS data, and product performance analysis Show less Brought on by the principal of this private holding company with businesses in manufacturing, retail, and real estate development to serve as a strategy adviser and manage all accounting operations. Engaged in day-to-day operations, hired and coached staff, managed sourcing, negotiated contracts, and directed all financial areas of the business, including: ► General Ledger Accounting ► Cash Flow Management ► Financial Reporting ► Tax and Treasury ► Software Systems… Show more Brought on by the principal of this private holding company with businesses in manufacturing, retail, and real estate development to serve as a strategy adviser and manage all accounting operations. Engaged in day-to-day operations, hired and coached staff, managed sourcing, negotiated contracts, and directed all financial areas of the business, including: ► General Ledger Accounting ► Cash Flow Management ► Financial Reporting ► Tax and Treasury ► Software Systems Integration ► Retail POS ► Credit ► Payroll Achievements ✓ Led a complete turnaround of the financial performance and position of the consolidated company, turning losses into profits ✓ Presided over a period of 2x revenue growth ✓ Eliminated $100K+ in annual finance expenses ✓ Upgraded the personnel and transformed the company culture ✓ Integrated technology solutions to automate financial reporting, statement consolidation, POS data, and product performance analysis Show less



MVP Associates

• Canada
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Operations Manager | Business Consultant

  • 2000 - 2003

  Recruited to manage the business operations while serving as a training consultant after being a participant in MVP's Manager's Coaching Clinic leadership training program and standing- out for my insights and unique value add. In this role, I managed all back-office operations and administration activities such as billing, accounting, payroll, financial forecasting, and performance reporting. As a consultant, I also handled business development, building a book of business and leading… Show more Recruited to manage the business operations while serving as a training consultant after being a participant in MVP's Manager's Coaching Clinic leadership training program and standing- out for my insights and unique value add. In this role, I managed all back-office operations and administration activities such as billing, accounting, payroll, financial forecasting, and performance reporting. As a consultant, I also handled business development, building a book of business and leading training programs. Achievements ✓ Created a Lean organization that cut costs and increased capabilities ✓ Formalized finance and accounting procedures✓ Implemented innovative technology solutions to streamline/automate processes ✓ Fostered business growth by helping bring new clients in to the Manager's Coaching Clinic Show less Recruited to manage the business operations while serving as a training consultant after being a participant in MVP's Manager's Coaching Clinic leadership training program and standing- out for my insights and unique value add. In this role, I managed all back-office operations and administration activities such as billing, accounting, payroll, financial forecasting, and performance reporting. As a consultant, I also handled business development, building a book of business and leading… Show more Recruited to manage the business operations while serving as a training consultant after being a participant in MVP's Manager's Coaching Clinic leadership training program and standing- out for my insights and unique value add. In this role, I managed all back-office operations and administration activities such as billing, accounting, payroll, financial forecasting, and performance reporting. As a consultant, I also handled business development, building a book of business and leading training programs. Achievements ✓ Created a Lean organization that cut costs and increased capabilities ✓ Formalized finance and accounting procedures✓ Implemented innovative technology solutions to streamline/automate processes ✓ Fostered business growth by helping bring new clients in to the Manager's Coaching Clinic Show less



BC Stocking Distributing

• United States

• Manager, Customer Business Center

  • 1998 - 2003

  Recruited into this role and challenged by Chevron's largest regional distributor and marketer of petroleum products to establish a Customer Business Center that followed the model developed by Chevron corporate. Built and led a team of 6+ indirect salespeople, as well as several dozen direct sales associates, in all aspects of operations, inside sales, customer service, billing, and accounting. Achievements ✓ Grew the customer business center to $150M+ via direct, outside, and… Show more Recruited into this role and challenged by Chevron's largest regional distributor and marketer of petroleum products to establish a Customer Business Center that followed the model developed by Chevron corporate. Built and led a team of 6+ indirect salespeople, as well as several dozen direct sales associates, in all aspects of operations, inside sales, customer service, billing, and accounting. Achievements ✓ Grew the customer business center to $150M+ via direct, outside, and inside sales ✓ Implemented accounting systems and customer service technologies ✓ Achieved all growth and productivity objectives ✓ Drove process alignment and improved business capabilities through technology integration Show less Recruited into this role and challenged by Chevron's largest regional distributor and marketer of petroleum products to establish a Customer Business Center that followed the model developed by Chevron corporate. Built and led a team of 6+ indirect salespeople, as well as several dozen direct sales associates, in all aspects of operations, inside sales, customer service, billing, and accounting. Achievements ✓ Grew the customer business center to $150M+ via direct, outside, and… Show more Recruited into this role and challenged by Chevron's largest regional distributor and marketer of petroleum products to establish a Customer Business Center that followed the model developed by Chevron corporate. Built and led a team of 6+ indirect salespeople, as well as several dozen direct sales associates, in all aspects of operations, inside sales, customer service, billing, and accounting. Achievements ✓ Grew the customer business center to $150M+ via direct, outside, and inside sales ✓ Implemented accounting systems and customer service technologies ✓ Achieved all growth and productivity objectives ✓ Drove process alignment and improved business capabilities through technology integration Show less



Gaylord Container Corporation

• United States
• Biotechnology

• Sales Manager

  • 1997 - 1998

  Oversaw sales, business development, and customer relations for this leading manufacturer of bulk corrugated packaging (also known as Bay Sheets). Achievements ✓ Implemented creative business development and pricing strategies ✓ Generated a sales volume increase of more than 40% Oversaw sales, business development, and customer relations for this leading manufacturer of bulk corrugated packaging (also known as Bay Sheets). Achievements ✓ Implemented creative business development and pricing strategies ✓ Generated a sales volume increase of more than 40%



Precision Coatings Corporation

• Vice President | General Manger | Founding Partner

  • 1993 - 1997

  Founded and launched a start-up manufacturing and production operation. My specific role was to establish the production team and managed the operations, including logistics, quality, accounting, and business administration. I was also instrumental in leading the sales organization. Achievements ✓ Drove rapid revenue and market share growth ✓ Attained profitability within five months ✓ Streamlined business systems and processes Founded and launched a start-up manufacturing and production operation. My specific role was to establish the production team and managed the operations, including logistics, quality, accounting, and business administration. I was also instrumental in leading the sales organization. Achievements ✓ Drove rapid revenue and market share growth ✓ Attained profitability within five months ✓ Streamlined business systems and processes



Georgia Pacific (Packaging Division)

• Production Superintendent | Service Manager | Front-Line Supervisor

  • 1987 - 1993

  After supervising union production teams in WV and CA, I was made Manager of Customer Service, where I led an inside sales team that broke all the division records for performance. I was then promoted to Superintendent where I led a complete staff restructuring and culture transformation program. Achievements ✓ Delivered a 30% increase in productivity ✓ Improved the safety record ✓ Deployed technology to streamline and automate administrative tasks After supervising union production teams in WV and CA, I was made Manager of Customer Service, where I led an inside sales team that broke all the division records for performance. I was then promoted to Superintendent where I led a complete staff restructuring and culture transformation program. Achievements ✓ Delivered a 30% increase in productivity ✓ Improved the safety record ✓ Deployed technology to streamline and automate administrative tasks



Price Waterhouse

• United States
• Accounting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Staff Accountant

  • 1985 - 1987

  Engagements included auditing large manufacturing firms and public utilities. Engagements included auditing large manufacturing firms and public utilities.