Adrienne Hanson, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Professional Overview
Adrienne Hanson is an accomplished financial executive with over 25 years of experience driving strategic growth and operational excellence across the food services and hospitality industries. As Chief Financial Officer, she leverages her expertise in financial planning, risk management, and data-driven decision making to guide Caspers Company's continued success.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As Chief Financial Officer of Caspers Company since 2018, Adrienne is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, treasury management, and reporting. Under her leadership, Caspers Company has achieved consistent year-over-year revenue growth of 8% and successfully integrated two major acquisitions, driving synergies and cost savings. Adrienne's strategic financial guidance has been instrumental in securing $50 million in expansion capital to fund the company's aggressive growth initiatives.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Caspers Company, Adrienne served as Chief Financial Officer at Spectra Food Services & Hospitality from 2008 to 2016, where she spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system and led the company's financial turnaround, resulting in a 12% improvement in profit margins. She also held CFO roles at Integrated Supply Network, Inc. and PRIMEDIA INC., as well as a senior managerial position at KPMG, where she honed her expertise in financial reporting, auditing, and strategic advisory services.
Academic Background
Adrienne holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Queen's University Belfast. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed executive leadership programs at Harvard Business School and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Treasury management and cash flow optimization
- Mergers, acquisitions, and integration
- Risk management and regulatory compliance
- Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Adrienne has been recognized for her ability to drive sustainable growth and operational improvements. As CFO of Spectra Food Services & Hospitality, she spearheaded the implementation of a new budgeting and forecasting system that improved the company's cash flow visibility by 30%. At Caspers Company, she has played a pivotal role in securing a $50 million expansion capital infusion to fund the company's strategic initiatives, including the acquisition of two regional food service providers.
Conclusion
Adrienne Hanson is a seasoned financial executive with a proven track record of delivering tangible results and driving transformative change within the food services and hospitality industries. With her comprehensive expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and operational optimization, she is well-positioned to continue guiding Caspers Company's growth and success in the years to come.