Oliver Gloe
Chief Financial Officer @Latham, The Pool Company
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Financial Officer @Latham, The Pool Company
NY, US
Latham Pool Products (NASDAQ: SWIM) is the largest designer, manufacturer, and marketer of in‑ground residential swimming pools in North America, Australia, and New Zealand. Founded in 1956 and headquartered in Latham, New York, we have seven decades of experience at the center of the residential pool industry and the backyard outdoor living market. We offer a broad portfolio of products, including fiberglass and packaged pools, vinyl liner pools, automatic safety covers, seasonal covers, and pool liners, sold under leading brands such as Latham®, Narellan®, CoverStar®, Radiant®, and GLI®. We are the market leader in fiberglass pools, a category driven by faster installation, durability, and lower long‑term maintenance for homeowners. As a publicly traded company, we are focused on innovation, operational excellence, and disciplined growth, supported by a vertically integrated manufacturing footprint and a strong network of independent builders and dealers. We are committed to delivering high‑quality, durable products while maintaining strong Sustainability practices and long‑term value creation for customers, employees, and shareholders.Responsible for finance, strategic planning, investor relations, treasury, tax and controllership functions company-wide across 32 locations with 1,800 employees. Member of the Executive Management Team with frequent interactions with Board of Directors and financial analysts and investors.
EDUCATION
University of Bayreuth
Accounting and Finance
National University of Singapore
International Finance
EU Business School
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Finance
Thunderbird School of Global Management
Master of Business Administration - MBA, International Management
SKILLS
ABOUT OLIVER GLOE
As Chief Financial Officer and global finance executive with more than 20 years of experience leading finance organizations across public, private‑equity‑backed, and multinational manufacturing companies, I bring deep operational finance expertise in complex, asset‑intensive environments, paired with a strong strategic and growth mindset. Throughout my career, I have partnered closely with executive leadership teams and boards to drive profitable growth, improve operational performance, and strengthen financial discipline. My approach balances strategic planning and capital allocation with hands‑on execution, process excellence, and organizational development. I have led and developed global finance teams within multibillion‑dollar businesses, overseeing FP & A, controlling, tax, treasury, audit, investor relations, and financial reporting across diverse geographies. I am particularly experienced in manufacturing transformation, including cost and margin optimization, working‑capital improvement, ERP and digital initiatives, and continuous improvement programs. Known as a collaborative business partner and people leader, I focus on building high‑performing teams, strengthening talent and succession pipelines, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. My leadership style emphasizes clarity, engagement, and disciplined execution to deliver sustainable results. Areas of ExpertiseStrategic Planning & Growth Strategies | Investor Relations | M & AFP & A, Controlling, Tax & Treasury | SOX & Public Company ReportingMargin, Cost & Cash Optimization | Capital Allocation | Manufacturing FinanceERP Implementation & Digital Transformation | Continuous Improvement / Lean / Value EngineeringTalent & Succession Planning | Organizational Development | Cross-Functional Team Leadership
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