Gina Patel

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ABOUT GINA PATEL

Dynamic and strategic leader with a robust background as both President and CFO, boasting over 18 years of experience in guiding companies within the Medical Device, Aerospace, and Manufacturing sectors through significant financial and operational transformations. With an MBA from Grand Canyon University and ACCA certification, I bring a unique blend of financial expertise and a passion for leveraging technology to enhance business efficiency and growth.Throughout my career, I\'ve successfully turned companies from net losses to profitability, marked by a transformative revenue increase and significant improvements in gross margin and EBITDA. My leadership has been recognized with awards such as the CFO Club Winner at CooperVision, the Women in Wide Format Award from Big Picture Magazine, and a finalist position for the FEI - Arizona CFO of the Year award, showcasing my dedication to financial excellence and innovation.I specialize in strategic financial planning, mergers & acquisitions, ERP implementations, and change management, consistently leading cross-functional teams beyond business objectives and instilling a culture of accountability and growth. As a member of the Young Presidents\' Organization (YPO), I am deeply committed to mentoring and team development, enhancing organizational leadership and operational excellence through my SHRM-CP certification.Motivated by the challenges of revamping financial and operational frameworks, I focus on process optimization and team empowerment to realize strategic goals and sustainable growth.