Insights & Announcements

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation TAMPA, August 12, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that John Corrigan has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Southeast team. John is a senior operations and financial executive with exceptional analytical, communication, interpersonal, and managerial skills and entrepreneurial instincts. He has demonstrated success as a lea

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation CHICAGO, July 29, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that Rudy Leemans has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Midwest team. Rudy is a versatile international corporate finance executive successful at building solid business practices while driving economic stability, growth, and revenue. He has demonstrated success in leading

By: David Schoenberger, SeatonHill CFO Partner An Essential Reform Brazil’s tax system has been one of the most complicated globally. Companies have had to deal with complex layers of federal, state, and municipal taxes as well as inconsistent regulations, onerous compliance requirements, recurrent litigation, and a cumulative “cascading” tax effect that distorted pricing and cost structures by imposing double taxation along the producer-to-consumer supply chain. Due to juris

By: John Hanssler, SeatonHill CFO Partner Hiring a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is one of the most consequential decisions for a company’s leadership. The CFO doesn’t just run the finance department; they help shape strategy, influence culture, and serve as a key partner to the CEO and board. No matter the reason, the hiring process can be lengthy, leaving critical weeks or months without leadership in place before a permanent CFO is hired and onboarded. Considering an Inter

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation DALLAS, June 19, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that Brad Sather has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Central team. Brad is an accomplished and results-driven financial executive with extensive experience in driving strategic growth and operational efficiency across diverse industries. He is proficient in leading M&A tr

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation DALLAS, May 29, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that Scott Arey has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Central team. Scott has over 30 years of experience in finance. He is a proven senior finance executive with a track record of navigating complex business models and providing strategic leadership that allows for maximum

By: Jay Goethal While the Independent Auditor formally reports to the Board and/or the Audit Committee, a strong partnership between the CFO and the auditors is a cornerstone to having a best-of-class finance and accounting function. The relationship with the Auditor is fundamental to maintaining the integrity of financial reporting, mitigating risk, and ensuring organizational success. The strength of this partnership helps build trust with stakeholders and supports the orga

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation CHICAGO, May 20, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that Todd Miller has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Midwest team. Todd is an accomplished executive with over 25 years of experience serving as the CFO and COO for a variety of organizations in varying stages of size and development. He has a proven track record for buil

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation ATLANTA, May 6, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that Brian Lane has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Southeast team. Brian is a seasoned CFO with an extensive track record of strong financial results in an array of public and privately held organizations of varying sizes. He has served as CFO of a private equity-backed c

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation DENVER, April 10, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that John Hanssler has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Mountain team. John is a proactive, results-oriented CFO with a strong background in Private Equity-backed multi-location businesses, financial integrations, and roll-up strategies. He has a proven ability to lead fi

With the rising potential for new or increased tariffs, businesses need more than a gut feeling—they need a financial plan.

By: Edwin Grempels For foreign investors, particularly European businesses, entering the American market presents an exciting yet daunting opportunity. With a GDP of over USD 27 trillion, nearly double the European Union’s USD 16.6 trillion, and a population of over 334 million, the United States is the world’s largest economy and an undeniable magnet for global business. While its relatively homogeneous consumer base and use of one primary communication language make it part

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation NEW YORK, March 25, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that George Ercolino has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Northeast team. George is an experienced, results-oriented finance and operating executive with a diverse background in manufacturing, distribution, and B2B. He has a proven track record of leading and improving

By: Susan Echard Whether your team is in-office, remote, or somewhere in between, creating a culture for teams to thrive is incumbent upon leadership. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, each company can benefit from the guidance of an experienced finance leader who has “been there, done that” to ensure the elements for success are being executed. For Susan Echard, CFO Partner with SeatonHill Partners, the strategies for fostering remote worker success include sever

By: Lyle Newkirk Originally posted on Smart Business Dealmakers The thought of selling a business can be highly emotional. This is especially true for owners or executives in middle-market businesses who often totally identify with the business. Nonetheless, there often comes a time when an exit makes sense for all parties. Owners should understand those situations and be prepared for them to optimize the value of a company without compromising its financial health. With that

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation HOUSTON, February 25, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that Christopher Frantz has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Texas South team. Chris is an experienced executive, financial officer, and business development leader with a broad understanding of both the traditional and renewable energy worlds. He has operated at the

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation BOSTON, February 11, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that John Vaillancourt has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Northeast team. Vaillancourt is a results-driven CFO with extensive experience in private equity-backed SaaS and healthcare technology companies. He specializes in transforming financial operations to drive sc

By: Steve Morse, Area Managing Partner Originally posted on GGI Insider The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape in 2025 is poised for significant growth, driven by favorable economic policies, technological advancements, and key sector momentum. With the array of opportunities ahead, strategic guidance from experienced finance leadership is essential. With that in mind, here are three positive M&A trends on the horizon and expert guidance to capitalize on them. A favorab

Corporate Leadership | Financial Strategy | Organizational Transformation CHARLOTTE, January 7, 2025 - SEATONHILL PARTNERS, LP, the nation’s fastest-growing strategic CFO services firm, is pleased to announce that Edwin Grempels has joined as a Partner on the firm’s Southeast team. Edwin is a global executive finance leader who specializes in market entry and expansion in the US, Latin America, and Europe. He has a proven track record of profit optimization through restruct

By: Jack McGovern Originally posted on Smart Business Dealmakers Mergers and acquisitions are among the most disruptive and complex processes a company can undergo. The outcome of such deals can redefine an organization’s future, impacting everything from financial health to market position. In addition to the priorities of running the current business, leadership must adapt to new ownership requirements, manage unsettled staff concerned about their future roles and provide t