FRED GRIFFIN
Chief Financial Officer
*** ******** ***** ******, *******, GA, 30350 Atlanta, US
*********@*********.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced executive with over 40 years in finance, operations, and consulting within energy, manufacturing, technology, and investment banking sectors. Proven leadership in CFO and COO roles, managing acquisition due diligence, financial structuring, SEC compliance, and strategic advisory for diverse companies across the US, China, and international markets. EXPERIENCE
Jan 2018 – Present Chief Operating Officer
Richrice International Energy Corp. - Atlanta, GA
• Coordinate commodity logististics, funds transfers and reporting. Jan 2008 – Dec 2017 Consultant (Operating and Finance) Qwatee A.G. - Atlanta, GA
• Provided operating and finance consulting services to clients in a variety of industries, including:
• - San Angelo Packing Co., Inc.: Developed acquisition and due diligence plan for beef processing facility in San Angelo, TX.
• - Carnival Worldwide, Ltd.: Provided financial advisory and planning services to New Zealand registered company with investments in China and Taiwan.
• - SIMEX: Developed revised projection model for Norwegian manufacturer of steel duct and concrete pre- stressing products, primarily for oil exploration and extraction businesses. Advised on major construction projects.
Jan 2007 – Dec 2007 Chief Financial Officer
Deep Field Technologies, Inc. - Fort Myers, FL
• Managed equity and debt financing projects to provide working capital.
• Managed SEC filings.
• Supervised accounting and finance operations.
Jan 2006 – Dec 2006 Chief Financial Officer
AutoMart, Ltd. - Beijing, China
• Brought company from non-GAAP to SEC compliant.
• Organized and managed financial and accounting functions in anticipation of reverse merger with public company.
• Coordinated initial and ongoing audits.
• Hired, trained and supervised accounting staff.
Jan 2001 – Dec 2005 Independent Consultant
Self-employed - Atlanta, GA
• Provided operating and financial services to clients in various industries. Representative clients include:
• - Simex Technologies, Inc., Atlanta, GA and Stavanger, Norway: CFO for public company, managing offshore platform construction services to security system design and sales through merger with private US company. Directed all accounting and financial management operations.
• - Innovative Technical Network Corp., Jacksonville, FL: CFO for designer and manufacturer of patented material handling products. Transformed sales model to lease/rent orientation, reducing customer resistance. Designed “pallet pool” initiative.
• - Skilstaf, Inc., Alexander City, AL: Financial management consulting for PEO. Assisted refinancing of workers’ compensation liability. Provided financial projections for reorganization. Jan 1999 – Dec 2001 Chief Financial Officer
Folded Edge, Inc. - Atlanta, GA
• Directed successful private placement effort for working capital.
• Streamlined financial reporting processes to enhance accuracy and timeliness, resulting in improved investor confidence and regulatory compliance.
Jan 1996 – Dec 1999 Founder and Chief Operating Officer Concord Capital, LLC - Atlanta, GA
• Directed investment banking projects for public and private companies including:
• - Pharmaceutical company based in Dallas, TX.
• - Medical technology company based in Seattle, WA.
• - Telecommunications company based in Houston, TX.
• - Privately held telecommunications company based in Indian Wells, CA. Jan 1995 – Dec 1996 Senior Managing Director
Feltman & Co., Inc. - Atlanta, GA
• Originated and directed initial public offering for an IT company based in Naperville, IL.
• Originated and directed private placements for various companies including medical technology companies in Philadelphia, PA and Seattle, WA, and education services company in Sarasota, FL. Jan 1990 – Dec 1995 Founder and Managing Director
Madison Capital, LLC - Atlanta, GA
• Directed acquisition of storage rack system manufacturer in Stone Mountain, GA by metal processing company in Pittsburgh, PA.
• Directed acquisition of metal fabricator in Bridge City, TX by large shipbuilding company in Avondale, LA. Jan 1983 – Dec 1990 Partner
Deloitte & Touche - New Orleans, LA
• Wrote and directed tax due-diligence program for acquisition of RJR Nabisco, Inc. by Kohlberg, Kravis, Roberts & Co.
• Member of Deloitte Real Estate Tax Committee.
• Managed engagements for clients including publicly traded shipbuilding company, oil and gas exploration and production companies, regional department store and drug store chains, and local financial institutions. EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
- Present B. S. Accounting
SKILLS
Strategic Financial Planning Financial Compliance and Reporting Strategic Tax Planning and Compliance Mergers and Acquisitions