Sales Supply Chain

Roger A. Steakley, MBA

*** ********* ( Double Oak, TX 75077 ( *************@*****.*** ( 817-

***-**** 469-***-**** (cell)

Financial Planning and Analysis Executive

...Specializing in Strategic planning, P&L enhancement and

M&A

Accomplished Financial Executive with a proven ability to drive

profitability and organizational effectiveness through identifying and

resolving performance gaps and targeting opportunities to increase cash

flow, reduce expenses and increase margins. Multinational Manufacturing

experience with the ability to communicate cross-culturally and across

functions to achieve business objectives. Skilled negotiator and

Relationship builder, able to secure favorable terms and guide teams

through complex dealings.

Summary of Qualifications

Strategic & Financial Complex Business Organizational Redesign

Planning Modeling Executive & SEC Reporting

Budgeting & Forecasting Cost/Benefit Analysis Cost Accounting/GAAP

Capital Budgets & Planning Project Analysis Process Enhancements

P&L Management SOX Implementation

Employee Development Executive Leadership & Proficiency in Financial systems

Mergers & Acquisitions Management

Contract Negotiations

Professional Experience

TITAN WOOD INC., Dallas, TX 2008-2010

Provided financial and operational leadership to increase productivity and

profitability for a wood modification company traded on the London

exchange. Headquarters in London, UK, and production in Arnhem,

Netherlands.

Director of Business Planning and Analysis and Director of Panel Products

Provide vision for business and financial operations while working closely

with the CEO in driving the strategic and tactical direction of the

organization. Directed the FP&A function, Panel Products Business Line as

well as global supply chain, and the General Manager of the manufacturing

facility in Arnhem, Netherlands.

Selected accomplishments:

. Completed new Growth Strategy for Titan Wood setting direction for

the company

. Developed and Implemented the Corporate Capital approvals and

Reporting Process

. Developed and Implemented a plan to restructure and revitalize the

manufacturing site in Arnhem, Netherlands. Updating and improving

existing assets resulting in 50% increase in production capacity while

reducing head count resulting in significant cost reduction.

. Successfully negotiated and signed the first Panel Products License

with an Ireland panel producer that provided minimal capital exposure

and positioned the company for future profitability and growth.

. Decreased working capital by 20% by improving supply chain efficiency,

and introducing new tactics that increased sales and drove up

accountability among the sales force.

. Implemented a new quality process which reduced customer complaints by

50% .

. Developed long range comprehensive Business models providing Cash

Flow, Sales and COGS for 3rd party prospective Licensees and presented

the cases to the Companies.

CELANESE, Dallas, Clear Lake and Bishop, TX 1988-2008

Earned numerous promotions during tenure, achieving continued financial

accountability, transparency and growth for chemical company with

approximately $6.9 billion in annual sales and $1.3 billion in fixed

assets.

Global Director Business Development and Analysis (2007-2008)

Spearheaded strategies to grow the Chemical Business and expand the

organization through business development, acquisitions and strategic

alliances. Structured and negotiated complex deals. Provided expertise for

ad hoc projects. Performed the full range of business analysis and strategy

development for all worldwide chemical operations.

Selected accomplishments:

. Led a multifunctional team of operations, R&D and supply chain in

performing due diligence on the acquisition of an Eastern European

manufacturing site and business. Saved $100 million through skillful

negotiations with the Serbian government.

. Expertly negotiated a tolling arrangement with the co-producer of a

strategic product, closing the deal and achieving $5 million EBITDA.

. Produced and presented Models that analyzed current and long term

profitability of assets resulting in appropriate actions to increase

EBITDA

Director of Global Financial Planning and Analysis (2001-2007)

Financial Director on global Business Team that set the direction for the

Chemicals Division of Celanese. Prepared and allocated budgets and forecast

for the $4 billion Revenue and $700 million EBITDA Chemicals Division.

Developed and motivated a team of dedicated financial professionals across

North America, Europe, and Asia for promotions within Celanese. Analyzed

variances. Compiled data and analyses for Executive and SEC reporting. Led

the Implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) for the Chemical Group. Managed

all aspects of M&A decisions and strategies resulting in multiple

Acquisitions and Divestitures in US, Europe and Asia for the Chemical

Organization

Selected accomplishments:

. Timely and accurate Budget and Quarterly forecast for Chemicals

Division with 17sites in 8 countries

. Led the Due Diligence and transition on the acquisition of $350

million French business and production site and the Divestiture of

$700 million US and European Business with Sites in Germany and the US

. Developed and presented a detailed 10 year global strategy for the

Chemical Business, Strategy included all aspects of the business from

sales to operations to resources required (people& Capital) Strategy

was presented to the Board of Directors and approved

. Developed, documented and presented the financials for a billion

dollar investment in China. Project was approved by the Board of

Directors and built resulting in substantial increase in EBITDA.

. Reorganized the FP&A function for more efficient and timely reporting

on business performance and management reporting

Global Business Line Controller (1998-2001)

Managed and controlled budgets, prepared forecasts, performed variance

analysis and generated presentations for $1 billion product line. Planned

and executed business and financial analyses and formulated strategic plans

for global development and closures in Southeast Asia, North America, and

Europe. Performed financial modeling for numerous production facilities

throughout the world. Selected accomplishments:

. Provided the economics that Protected company assets by determining

the best timing and strategy to close less productive plants in Europe

(3), Mexico (3) and Canada (2).

. Developed Financial model used for all economic evaluations across all

divisions of Celanese

. Produced economics for expansions on multiple product lines that were

approved and completed resulting in increased EBITDA

Division CFO, Pharmaceuticals Division (1997-1998)

Managed financials (Accounting, Budgeting, Forecasts and Reporting) for the

$150 million product line. Evaluated credit and cash flow. Controlled

disbursements, accounts receivable (A/R) and fixed assets. Oversaw

inventory operations and duty drawback. Led and developed staff within the

accounting and finance department.

Selected accomplishments:

. Analyzed, proposed and negotiated the divestiture of the entire

division consisting of two significant business lines, and

Manufacturing assets. Provided the transition plan for personnel and

assets to new owners to complete the divestiture.

. Reduced accounts receivable by $2 million by introducing new processes

and procedures.

Manager Financial Analysis (1994-1997)

Directed financial operations for the plant in Bishop, Texas, with full

responsibility for $400 million in annual fixed costs. Developed budgets

and forecasts. Implemented SAP to streamline and improve financial

operations and administration. Hired, trained and supervised the financial

analysis group. Selected accomplishments:

. Trimmed budget cycle time by 50% by revamping processes and data

collection functions.

. Reorganized the financial organization and other divisions to support

SAP implementation.

Product Line and International Financial Analyst (1992-1994)

Coordinated essential financial functions and devised budgets and forecasts

for the US and international sites in Mexico, Canada, Belgium and Germany.

delivered support for multiple product lines and divisions. Provided fiscal

expertise and assistance that involved financial modeling and analysis for

special projects. Key member of the team that conceived the company's

first international strategy for Celanese Chemicals.

Financial Analyst (1988-1991)

Managed budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting and variance analysis for

the Clear Lake plant with $360 million in annual fixed expenses. Performed

analysis to establish a new $30 million division and product line.

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Additional experience in oil and gas (land and oil lease) accounting for

Union Exploration Co. in Houston.

Educational Background

MBA (Master of Business Administration), Concentration in Accounting

University of Houston, Clear Lake, TX

BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) in Finance and Economics (dual

degrees)

Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX

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