Chris Flakus
Chief Executive Officer Board Member @CSI Companies
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Executive Officer Board Member @CSI Companies
Jacksonville, FL, US
Major Accomplishments:Organizational Development: Overhauled company structure to a functional “shared service” model, moving away from traditional operational “brands.”Revenue Growth: Achieved over a 100% increase in revenue from 20••••24, reaching over $500M with over $50M in yearly EBITDA.M&A: Collaborated with bankers and PE firms to identify target companies. Led diligence on four entities, culminating in the acquisition of MedSys (Dallas) in 2024.Leadership: Provided hands-on leadership for HR, IT, Finance/Accounting, Legal, Marketing, and Operational functions. Recruited top executives from multiple industries.Technology Implementation: Oversaw the implementation of Workday and upgrades to CRM/ATS.International Experience: Worked closely with RECRUIT’s staffing CEOs in the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, France, UK, Australia, and Japan. Extensive international travel.Diversity Initiative: Won RECRUIT’s inaugural CEO Challenge in 2022 for developing CSI Connect, a program aimed at increasing diversity in Healthcare IT by investing in underrepresented candidates.
EDUCATION
University of North Florida
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Business and Psychology
Linfield University
Associate of Arts - AA, Business Administration and Management, General
SKILLS
ABOUT CHRIS FLAKUS
With over 20 years of experience in the staffing and solutions industry, I have held various roles, including recruiting, executive search, onsite and branch management, and full P&L oversight across commercial staffing, IT, finance and accounting, and healthcare. Since joining CSI Companies in 2003, I have driven the company\'s growth from a $12 million staffing company to surpassing $500 million in revenue. Named CEO in 2020, I continue to lead CSI with a focus on strategic direction, operational excellence, and M&A activity. My dedication to cultivating a strong organizational culture has been a cornerstone of CSI\'s success.Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my exceptional contributions, including being named Jacksonville Business Journal\'s Ultimate CEO in 2021 and Comparably\'s Best CEO in 2022 and 2023. As an alumnus of the University of North Florida, my journey from a recruiter to the transformative leadership at CSI reflects a profound understanding of the staffing industry and an unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation.
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