Art is an experienced CFO and executive leader who is focused on helping businesses achieve their strategic, financial, and operational goals. With over 32 years of leading small to medium sized businesses through high growth or organizational changes. ..
Art has a long track record of success. His passion is providing dynamic leadership using a formula of: (1) strategic planning, (2) best practice processes with continuous improvement, (3) accountability, (4) strong leadership, (5) growing strong teams.
Art has extensive experience in many industries including:
IT Services
High Tech Software
Data Center
Staffing
Telecommunications
Equipment Resale (Large Inventory)
Healthcare
Others (Worked with companies at an Atlanta Based Incubator)
Art also has a long line of success in leading the overall financial operations of Atlanta based companies from early stage to exit with some of his accomplishments listed below:
Sale of a large ISP business to a Venture Capital Firm in California
Sale of a high growth software company in Atlanta to a public company in Arizona
Sale of a Healthcare company to HBOC-McKesson
Acquisition of a Managed Service Provider located in Atlanta, GA
In his past roles, Art has been the top financial manager responsible for increasing company value and providing a strong financial organization. This includes a strong skill set in setting up systems and processes that provided:
Strategic Planning
Cash Management
Leading People and the overall Financial Operations
Accurate and Timely Financial Information
Financial Planning and Budget Management
Management of Audits with Independent Auditors and Tax Strategies
Information needed for ESOP's
Vendor Relations and Expense Reduction
Mergers and Acquisitions (Exit Strategy)
A native Georgian, Art graduated from Kennesaw State University with a MBA in Finance and from Mercer University with a BBA in Accounting. When not working he enjoys spending time with his wife and three sons, coaching youth sports and traveling to new places.
