Chris Hurd

Chief Financial Officer and Vice President - Finance

Professional Overview
Chris Hurd is an experienced finance executive with a proven track record of driving business growth and operational efficiency. As the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Finance at American Biltrite Inc., he is responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy, reporting, and risk management while contributing to strategic decision-making.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President - Finance at American Biltrite Inc., Chris is responsible for managing the company's financial operations, including financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting. He plays a key role in developing and implementing financial strategies that support the company's overall business objectives and drive sustainable growth.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Chris held several senior finance positions, including Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Finance & IT at Pretium Packaging, Vice President of Finance at Pretium Packaging, and VP Finance - Chief Financial Officer at Jabil Packaging Solutions. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong ability to optimize financial processes, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to the strategic direction of the organizations he has served.

Academic Background
Chris holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he graduated with honors. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has continuously expanded his expertise through professional development and industry-specific training.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Mergers and acquisitions

• Operational and capital budgeting

• Risk management and compliance

• Financial reporting and controls

• Strategic decision-making

• Leadership and team management

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Pretium Packaging, Chris played a pivotal role in the integration of two major acquisitions, successfully aligning financial processes and maximizing synergies. At Jabil Packaging Solutions, he led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which resulted in significant improvements in data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency.

Conclusion
With his extensive finance expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving organizational success, Chris Hurd is well-positioned to continue contributing to the growth and financial stability of American Biltrite Inc. as its Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Finance.