David Henard

About David Henard

A finance leader by training and an operator by instinct, I specialize in transforming businesses, strengthening financial performance, and building teams that deliver sustainable results. I’ve led organizations through periods of rapid growth, operational turnaround, and successful exits.I currently serve as Chief Financial Officer and Interim Chief Operating Officer, with over 22 years of experience spanning finance, accounting, and operations across manufacturing, consumer goods, distribution, and technology. My background includes leading companies from negative EBITDA and cash flow to sustained profitability, partnering with boards and executive teams on strategy, capital allocation, M&A, and operating effectively in complex, multi-entity environments.Throughout my career, I’ve been trusted to step into situations that require both financial rigor and decisive execution. Whether stabilizing cash flow, redesigning operating models, professionalizing finance functions, or preparing businesses for transactions. I bring a hands-on, business-oriented approach that connects strategy to results and ensures financial leadership is tightly aligned with enterprise goals.I am deeply committed to- Driving profitable growth and long-term value creation - Delivering clear, actionable insights to executive teams and boards - Building and mentoring high-performing, accountable teams - Creating finance organizations that are strategic partners, not just back-office functions

Experience

1. Chief Financial Officer Interim Chief Operating Officer Board Member

   MARQ Labs

   Sep 2023 — Present · Nashville, TN, US

Education

• University of Kentucky

  Bachelors of Business Administration, Finance

  2000 — 2003