Chris Hartshorn – Chief Financial Officer

Chris Hartshorn, a seasoned Chief Financial Officer (CFO), has built a distinguished career rooted in financial acumen and strategic leadership. His journey began as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with Ernst and Young, where he honed the skills that laid the foundation for his subsequent accomplishments.

Early Career at Ernst and Young:

Audit Associate / Senior / Manager: Spent 5 formative years at Ernst and Young, overseeing audit and attestation work for private and public clients, including Fortune 500 companies.

Accomplishments:

Strategic Financial Leadership: Led companies to achieve a 40% revenue growth by strategically focusing on Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) delivery.

Revenue Optimization: Increased recurring revenue from 63% to 82% through targeted retention efforts, maintaining an impressive 93% Gross Retention rate.

Client Relationship Management: Maximized client sales opportunities, elevating average contract value and enhancing investor relations.

Operational Efficiency: Spearheaded initiatives resulting in >50% profit margin and significant reductions in Customer Onboarding Costs.

Investor Communication: Acted as an intermediary with Investors and Board of Directors, providing valuable insights and influencing strategic decisions.

Financial Modeling: In his role as fractional Chief Financial Officer, Chris has been instrumental in modeling forecast scenarios to maximize shareholder ROI.

Exit Strategy Success: Achieved a successful exit to a private equity firm, increasing Total Enterprise Value (TEV) by an impressive 50%.

As the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the fund, Chris Hartshorn’s strategic financial acumen and leadership will be pivotal in navigating the fund’s financial landscape. His early experience at Ernst and Young, combined with his track record of driving growth, optimizing operations, and enhancing investor relations, positions him as a valuable asset to the fund’s success.