S TEVEN J AMES L AFFLER

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EXECUTIVE FINANCE OFFICER

Financial Stewardship Financial Management Project Controllership

Executive leader with more than 15 years of CFO expertise in all facets of accounting, financial management, financial analysis, and

controllership within a high profile corporations. Skilled in collaborating with all members of the organization to achieve business and

financial objectives with skills in company mergers and acquisitions. Instrumental in streamlining and improving processes, enhancing

productivity, and implementing technology solutions to reduce overhead and boost revenue generation across all corporate levels.

Accomplished in profit and loss, accounts management, administration and purchasing with a focus on spearheading overall corporate

profitability.

Cash Flow Management Financial Reporting Accounts Receivable,

High Level Sales Proficiency Facilities Management Payable

Strategic Planning, Analysis New Business Development Executive

Vendor, Customer Relations Staff Recruiting & Development Communications

Profit & Loss

Negotiations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

EXOTIC MEATS, LLC, Alpharetta, GA 12/2012 Present

Chief Executive Officer / Founder

Started up a beef jerky manufacturing and distribution business. Was unable to acquire adequate funding to expand the business past

the start up level. Have decided to sideline the business in order to re enter the accounting and finance field that my experience

supports.

RARE MEDIUM ATLANTA, LLC, Alpharetta, GA 10/2000 – 11/2012

Chief Financial Officer & Partner

Spearheaded excellent results over 10 years after purchasing web development firm and taking on existing debt, including the office

lease. Secured 2 major accounts, including Ritz Carlton Hotel Company and Publix Supermarkets to provide a full range of services.

Oversees all financial and accounting functions, HR, recruiting, IT, legal, purchasing, facilities management and general

administration for Atlanta location

Managed Chief Executive Officer duties for entire company to sustain profitability and smooth operations

Increased revenue from $1.4M annually to $4M since the private acquisition

Maintained profitability and executed sizable year end bonuses to full time employees and partners

Led the expansion of office space and hired over 30 contractors to support business growth

Managed to successfully run business on billed revenues only while not taking on any outside debt

RARE MEDIUM, INC., Alpharetta, GA 10/1999 – 10/2000

Vice President, Finance

Earned corporate position of Vice President of Finance for a publicly held internet consulting and investment company following the

successful acquisition of Struthers Martin Inc. in May of 1999. Delivered outstanding leadership of a multitude of responsibilities,

including all financial and accounting functions, HR, recruiting, IT, legal, purchasing, facilities management and general

administration for the Southeast Region of Rare Medium, Inc.

Enhanced revenue from $1.4M annually to $16M

Increased personnel from 35 billable employees to 110

Achieved recognition as the only region to surpass annual budget for both revenues and earnings, 2000

Led negotiations and managed building 2 state of the art facilities of 45,000 SF in Alpharetta and opened a business

development office in Washington, DC

Developed and successfully implemented a sales incentive plans for all of Rare Medium’s business development organization

which supported profitable revenue growth from $36M in 1999 to $120M in 2000.

STRUTHERS MARTIN, INC., Roswell, GA 11/1997 – 09/1999

Chief Financial Officer

Promoted from Corporate Controller to CFO in 1998 for an internet development and networking services company. Tasked with

leading financial responsibilities working with CEO of Struthers Martin for the successful sale of the company to Rare Medium, Inc.

Coordinated all finance, treasury, and accounting functions, across Human Resources, Information Technology, legal, purchasing and

general administration

Collaborated directly with venture capital firm in managing their $25M investment in Struthers Martin, Inc.

Led due diligence efforts on several acquisition targets and initiated and directed business restructuring

Reduced overhead costs by 70% and successfully returned company to profitability

THE B & N COMPANIES, INC, Atlanta, GA 12/1996 – 10/1997

Chief Financial Officer

Spearheaded all financial and administrative functions for $15M software distribution company

Worked closely with mezzanine financial institution to acquire $4M in funding for the firm’s operating capital

Developed detailed plan for eventual IPO, preparing due diligence materials and analysis for investors in B & N

Managed key customer and vendor relationships for the company and settled a series of pending lawsuits against the

corporation

HORIZON GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS, Atlanta, GA 06/1992 – 11/1996

Chief Financial Officer

Initiated new business venture in the graphic communications industry, charged with managing all day to day activities in ensuring

overall business profitability. Delivered objectives using extensive experience in outside purchasing, estimating, contract maintenance,

and production coordination.

Boosted sales from $26K in 1992 to $2.5M in 1995

Achieved profitability in 1995 through strict margin and overhead control

Developed strong vendor, customer and banking relationships

Designed and maintained accounting system and computer network to obtain the highest level of internal controls and

employee efficiency

THE CUNNINGHAM GROUP, Norcross, GA 03/1990 – 06/1992

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer

Managed the implementation of company policies while overseeing personnel, systems, finance, production and day to day

management of graphic communications business with $6.5M in annual sales and 30 employees.

Achieved full partner status in 1991

Implemented PC network which dramatically improved employee efficiency and communication

Increased profitability 4 fold and generated $1M in additional working capital from 1990 to 1992

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA, INC., Norcross, GA 06/1985 – 02/1990

Division Controller

Responsible for financials, monthly closings and cash management for 3 product lines with $170 million in sales.

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Managed the standardization and consolidation of accounting policies for 3 product lines.

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Integral role in negotiation with Japanese vendors and management of foreign currency exposure.

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Heavy cost accounting, ROI and ROA management, and financial analysis.

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DELOITTE & TOUCHE, LLP, Atlanta GA 06/1982 – 05/1985

Supervisory Senior Accountant

• Planned and supervised audit engagements for a variety of manufacturing, banking, and service industry clients.

• Prepared tax returns and audited financial statements for several fortune 500 clients.

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Bachelor of Arts, Accounting

Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, GPA: 3.65

Dean’s List & Full Honors, 4 Years

Certified Public Accountant, GA

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