His non-professional career started while in high school when he started his own business, used it to get through college, and sold it before he even started his “professional career”. His “professional career” started in public accounting with Arthur Andersen in Salt Lake City. He has a wide array of experience in many industries including business outsource services, transportation, manufacturing, franchise operations, real estate, foundations, and family business. He also has extensive experience in international business including international VISA programs.
As CFO of the largest market research data collection firm in the world, Brad helped grow the company from $15M to $63M in eight years and guided the company through two significant transactions. Helping companies obtain and structure financing can be critical for growth, exits, or strategic initiatives, and Brad has extensive experience in all areas of M&A activity.
With multinational company experience, Brad has broad experience in international accounting, HR, legal, insurance, contract negotiation, accounting system implementation, and all other administrative areas. Brad earned a B.A. in accounting, a Master’s in Accounting, and an MBA from Utah State University. He is a CPA licensed in the state of Utah and has been a member of the UACPA since 2001.
Brad lives in Orem, Utah with his wife Camille, and two sons.
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