Francesca san Diego

About Francesca san Diego

As CEO of PBO Advisory Group, I lead a team of seasoned professionals dedicated to helping businesses thrive through expert finance, HR, and operational advisory services. With over 30 years of experience in business management, I specialize in guiding companies through complex challenges, optimizing performance, and unlocking sustainable growth.My career spans startups, nonprofits, and high-growth enterprises across industries including technology, entertainment, sustainable energy, and healthcare. I’m passionate about building strong teams, driving strategic initiatives, and delivering measurable impact.At PBO Advisory, we don’t just consult—we partner. Our integrated approach ensures clients receive tailored solutions that align with their goals, whether it\'s scaling operations, navigating compliance, or transforming back-office functions.Let’s connect if you\'re looking to elevate your business with strategic insight and operational excellence.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Pbo Advisory Group

   Jan 2024 — Present · San Diego, US

   PBO Advisory Group is a leading provider of integrated business advisory services, specializing in outsourced finance, HR, and operational consulting. • We serve clients across diverse industries with a commitment to:• Integrity and transparency in every engagement• Excellence in service delivery and client outcomes• Collaboration across teams and stakeholders• Innovation in solving complex business challenges• Growth through strategic planning and execution• Client focus that puts your goals at the center• Accountability for results and impactPBO Advisory Group provides strategic business consulting, outsourced accounting, and operational support for start-ups, emerging businesses, public, private, government, and non-profit organizations. We supplement your in-house teams or serve as your full department, onsite or remotely. Our flexible, scalable approach allows us to deliver responsive, reliable, and accessible service at a lower cost than hiring full-time employees.Our team of 50+ professionals brings expertise in accounting, human capital, and business consulting. Many hold CPA, MBA, SHRM certifications, or other advanced degrees. Our experience spans Big 4, public accounting, and businesses both large and small.We serve multiple industries, including construction and related fields, craft breweries, life sciences, manufacturing and distribution, non-profit, professional services, real estate and property management, retail, and technology.PBO Advisory partners with you to understand your organization’s unique needs. Our client relationships often become long-term partnerships, making us an integral part of your operations as you move through every stage of your business lifecycle.

Education

• Vanderbilt University

  BS, Math/Sociology

  1985 — 1988

Skills

• Leadership Development
• P&L Responsibility
• Investments
• Consulting
• Business Strategy
• Budgets
• Strategic Planning
• Finance
• Strategic Partnerships
• Financial Analysis
• Mergers
• Contract Negotiation
• Start-Ups
• Negotiation
• Forecasting
• Sales
• Project Finance
• Executive Coaching
• Small Business
• Venture Capital
• P&L Management
• Start-Up Consulting
• Management Consulting
• New Business Development
• Operational Efficiency
• Business Development
• Strategy
• Fundraising
• Marketing
• Organizational Development
• Business Modeling
• Executive Development
• Management
• Team Building
• Change Management
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Entrepreneurship
• Executive Management
• Turnaround Experience
• Business Planning