Sue Werner, CPA

LEADERSHIPLed Finance teams up to 22 members strong, in companies with revenues ranging up to $255M. Achieved success by developing, motivating, recruiting, and retaining top performing finance teams, in a resource-efficient manner.STRATEGIC FINANCIAL PLANNINGThe transition to a SAAS model for Galvanize required close monitoring of cash management. Supported negotiations of a new form of financing based on a multiple of recurring revenues. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENTRapid multi-year growth of 70% at Avigilon required laying the foundation to support this acceleration. Helped scale the business through building systems and automation. SYSTEMS IMPLEMENTATIONSImplemented NetSuite CRM/ERP within a 90 day Go-Live window at LightIntegra. Scaled the Finance and Manufacturing function within 6 months, and the USA distribution within 12 months.ACQUISITIONS / INTEGRATIONSAssessed acquisition opportunities through modeling and non-financial measures at Traction and Avigilon. Optimized integrations through focusing on company cultures as well as streamlining systems at Gateway Casinos and QLT.STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENTMultiple ownership changes with different corporate structures required hands on engagement at Gateway Casinos, while delivering key data and metrics to each new leadership team. DIVERSE INDUSTRIESFinance experience in: High Tech (Traction, Galvanize, Avigilon), Life Sciences (QLT, LightIntegra) and Entertainment (Mission Hill Wine, Rocky Mountaineer Railtours, Gateway Casinos).