Chris Franz's Linkedin Analytics

CEOs & Founders: If you're chasing 10X scale, preparing for acquisition, or leading a team through transformational change, you don’t just need a CFO, you need a strategic force multiplier. I’m currently exploring full-time CFO opportunities where I can drive high-impact outcomes across finance, growth, and operations. 💬 I’ve been told I bring the rare blend of financial discipline and entrepreneurial grit. I roll up my sleeves, dive into the numbers, and emerge with strategies that unlock growth, reduce friction, and protect margins. If you’re serious about turning complexity into clarity and results into equity value. As a CFO with deep operating experience in both hyper-growth startups and mature businesses, I’ve delivered outcomes that move the needle: revenue turnarounds, EBITDA expansion, cross-functional rebuilds, and investor-grade strategy that fuels long-term momentum. I bring credibility to the boardroom and trust on the frontlines. ⚡ Recent Wins CEOs Care About: • Grew company to $30M in under 2 years, with 18% organic growth and 9–15% EBITDA • Built revenue forecasting tools that scaled predictability across HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical • Reduced monthly close from 11 days to 4–5 days while launching new lines of business • Managed capital deployment across $6.8M in cash & equivalents with returns exceeding 10% APY • Restructured Southeast territory, improving gross margin by 5% and saving $100K+ in OpEx • Launched internal technician academy to solve skilled labor shortage and future-proof the workforce 🧭 What I Bring to the Table: • Finance Leadership That Drives Growth, Not Just Budgets • Strategic Capital Planning and Liquidity Optimization • Scalable FP&A Infrastructure that Evolves With the Business • Deep M&A Experience: Diligence, Integration, and Value Realization • Hands-on Leadership That Aligns Finance With Mission, Margin, and Momentum 🎯 Core Strengths: • Strategic Finance | Forecasting | Working Capital Management • Growth Planning | Acquisition Modeling | Treasury & Cash Optimization • Budgeting & Board Reporting | SaaS + Service Business Expertise • ERP Optimization (QuickBooks to Sage) | AP/AR Automation • Investor Relations | CEO & Board Partnership | Exit Strategy Design If you want to learn more about how I can help your business grow, please reach out to me at 619-742-3540 or [email protected]. I would love to hear from you and explore potential opportunities to work together.