Select Executive Experience
Tatum, LLC (2009-Present), Senior Partner
Arcalux Corporation (2003-2009), President and CEO
Central Parking System (2001-2003), VP & General Manager (City Leader)
Enron Energy Services (1999-2001), Sr. Director, New Bus Development
Cushman & Wakefield (1997-1999), Managing Director Asset Services
Premisys Real Estate Svcs. (1990-1997), CFO
Core Competencies
CFO
Executive Leadership
Mergers & Acquisitions
Raising Capital
Change Management
Operations & Finance
Strategic Planning
Business Development
Emerging Growth
Debt Restructuring
Turnaround
Education & Certifications
BBA, Accounting
Texas Tech University
CPA
State of Texas
Executive Profile
Ken White is a partner in the Houston office of SeatonHill. For over 35 years, Ken has served within various executive roles including Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer of public, private, emerging growth, and international companies. He has extensive experience overseeing all aspects of financial management, operations, sales & marketing, IT, and human resources for small and large middle market companies. Industry focus includes manufacturing & distribution, high tech, energy services, commercial real estate & mixed-use development.
Key Experience
Tatum by Randstad: As Senior Partner for this national financial and technology consulting and advisory firm, Ken worked with multiple clients. Representative engagements include:
As Advisory Consultant and later CFO for a $1.2 billion national commercial real estate subsidiary of a Fortune 1000 equivalent investment and operating growth fund, Ken served as an executive mentor, initiated process improvements, secured public financing, and oversaw asset acquisitions and business combinations.
As interim President & CEO for a $500 million multi-state distributor, the fifth largest distributor of hardline products in the U.S., Ken led all functional departments of the company in a turnaround environment, securing $50 million in new credit facility, realigning distribution centers, and positioning the company to attract new investors.
As interim CFO for a $400 million international manufacturer, Ken oversaw the conversion and integration of a new generation Macola ES ERP system and manufacturing production system.
Emerging Technology Manufacturer: As President and CEO for this early-stage manufacturer and distributor of newly designed and patented technology, Ken established manufacturing relationships in China, South America, Mexico, and the U.S., and secured sales representatives and distributors in thirty U.S. states and three Canadian provinces. He consummated private placement funding aggregating $10 million through a convertible debt facility and Series A preferred stock issuance and sold the company to several billionaire investors.
Central Parking System: As VP & General Manager for this publicly traded and worldwide leader in transportation management, Ken led all facets of operations, new business development, administration, accounting, and finance for the third largest U.S. market. He operated 10% ahead of budget during adverse market conditions and positioned the division for 25% growth to more than $75 million.
Premisys Real Estate Services: As CFO for this former real estate subsidiary of publicly traded The Prudential, which operated in 27 cities and serviced $25 billion in assets, Ken was one of three key players on the senior management team that grew the company 1,200% in seven years. He coordinated the company’s sale to Cushman & Wakefield, achieving a 20% increase in value over industry standard. Ken integrated PeopleSoft with JD Edwards ERP system and reduced financial and accounting costs by 65%.