David Strong

About David Strong

Most companies don’t need another financial report.They need results—more cash flow, higher profitability, and true fundability without adding overhead or slowing execution.That’s where I deliver.As a Fractional CFO and M&A Advisor, I work with companies generating $20–$90M in revenue (also supporting $5–$250M gross revenue)—including founder-led, PE-backed, and EOS®-run businesses. I bring elite financial strategy, operational insight, and AI-integrated systems that transform finance into a growth engine.What sets me apart isn’t just strategy—it’s execution with real-world results:> Raised over $773M in capital and closed $380M+ in M&A transactions> Executed 8 acquisitions in 15 months totaling $185M+, adding $22M+ AEBITDA> Boosted gross profit by 117% and sales by 68% through strategic product pivots> Reduced debt by 91%, increased cash flow by 53%, and improved collections by 92%> Structured and led capital raises via EB-5 international programs and $395M PE-backed credit facilitiesI’m an early adopter of AI and automation—integrating predictive analytics, intelligent dashboards, and scalable processes across the finance function.Clients typically come to me when:> Cash flow is unpredictable or underperforming> They need capital but aren\'t “packaged” properly for lenders or investors> Profit margins aren’t scaling with growth> They’re preparing for M&A or a liquidity event> They want CFO-level leadership without the full-time costMost of the strategies I implement carry no added cost to the business—the ROI comes from engaging me to find, refine, and execute.On average, clients see a 4.5 to 1 benefit-to-cost ratio.I’m known as a strategist, tactician, and pathway-to-profit optimizer—connecting financial blind spots to outcomes that matter.Let’s connect if you’re ready to make finance your catalyst for scale, clarity, and liquidity.

Experience

1. Managing Partner

   Strong Capital Partners

   Jan 2015 — Present

   Executive Coach & Mentor • Strategic/Fractional/Growth CFO • Corporate Financial Advisory • Tax Mitigation & Structuring • Private Equity & Venture Capital • Family OfficeFractional/Project Based/Outsourced/Interim/Project-based C-Suite services for start-up to expansion stage companies - CFO Services, Corporate Financial Advisory, Mergers/Acquisitions, Data Mining, Science, Metrics, etc, Transaction Advisory & Turnarounds/Restructurings.Corporate Finance, Alternative Finance, Structured Finance, Debt & Equity finance, Seller finance, Carried Interest & Installment Sale Finance, etc.Strategy, Structure, Finance, Operations, Sales/Marketing/Business Development, Talent Management & Private Capital. Served/serving companies in various industries including but not limited to Financial Technology, SaaS, PaaS & Blockchain, Cybersecurity, Consumer Products, Online/e-Commerce/e-Tailer, Manufacturing, Food/Beverage, Agricultural/Agri-Finance, Assisted Living, Medical & Home Health Care, Hospice, Real Estate Development, Operations, Construction, & Management (commercial & residential), Ski & Golf Resort Operations & Management, Information Technology, Real Estate & Title Insurance, Self-Storage, etc.

Education

• Harvard Business School

  OPM - Owner President Management Program | Executive Leadership, Strategy, Finance, Accounting, Data Metrics, Global Markets, Innovation, Marketing & Entrepreneurship

• Westminster University

  MBA - Master of Business Administration | Finance/Accounting, Strategy & Organizational Behavior

• University of Utah - David Eccles School of Business

  BS - Bachelor of Science | Finance