Deb O'Connor

Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
Deb O'Connor is a seasoned financial executive with over 30 years of experience leading finance teams and driving strategic initiatives across diverse industries. As the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at ACCO Brands, she is responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, financial planning and analysis, treasury, tax, and risk management functions. Deb's deep expertise in financial management, integration, and business transformation has enabled her to make significant contributions to the organizations she has served.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at ACCO Brands, Deb is responsible for leading the company's financial strategy and operations. She oversees a team of finance professionals and collaborates closely with the executive leadership to drive the organization's financial performance and support its strategic growth initiatives.

Career Progression
Prior to joining ACCO Brands, Deb served as the President and Chief Financial Officer at True Value Company, where she was instrumental in leading the company's financial transformation and integration efforts. She also held senior finance roles at Office Depot, including Interim Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer. Earlier in her career, Deb held leadership positions of increasing responsibility at ServiceMaster and began her professional journey as a staff accountant at Arthur Andersen & Co.

Academic Background
Deb holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial management and strategic planning

• Business transformation and integration

• Operational efficiency and cost optimization

• Risk management and compliance

• Mergers and acquisitions

• Corporate governance and board-level advisory

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Deb has demonstrated a track record of driving financial excellence and delivering strategic value to the organizations she has served. Her contributions have included leading successful integration initiatives, implementing robust financial controls and reporting processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational improvements and revenue growth.

Conclusion
With her comprehensive finance expertise, deep industry knowledge, and proven leadership skills, Deb O'Connor is well-positioned to continue making a significant impact as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at ACCO Brands. Her commitment to financial discipline, strategic thinking, and operational excellence makes her a valuable asset to the company and its stakeholders.