Fred Birouty, CPA

Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
Fred Birouty is a seasoned financial executive with over 12 years of experience in the nutrition and food processing industry. As the Chief Financial Officer of Glanbia Nutritionals (NA), Inc., he is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance for the company's North American business.

Experience Summary

Current Role
Fred has served as the CFO of Glanbia Nutritionals (NA), Inc. since 2009. In this role, he is accountable for financial planning, reporting, and analysis, as well as leading the company's treasury, tax, and audit functions. Under his financial leadership, Glanbia Nutritionals (NA) has seen consistent revenue growth and improved operational efficiency, contributing to the company's overall profitability and market competitiveness.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Glanbia Nutritionals, Fred held various finance and accounting roles at leading food manufacturing companies, including Nestlé and Herbalife International. His progressive experience in the industry has enabled him to develop a deep understanding of the financial dynamics, regulatory landscape, and operational best practices within the nutrition and food processing sector.

Academic Background
Fred holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of California, San Diego. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed executive management programs at the University of California, Berkeley's Haas School of Business.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning, analysis, and reporting

• Treasury and cash management

• Tax planning and compliance

• Mergers, acquisitions, and integration

• Enterprise risk management

• Process improvement and operational efficiency

• Strategic decision-making and business partnering

Professional Impact
During his tenure as CFO, Fred has played a crucial role in driving financial and operational excellence at Glanbia Nutritionals (NA). He has led the implementation of robust financial systems and controls, streamlined reporting processes, and optimized the company's working capital management, resulting in improved cash flow and profitability. Additionally, Fred has been instrumental in supporting the company's growth strategy, including the successful integration of several strategic acquisitions.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience in the nutrition and food processing industry, Fred Birouty has consistently demonstrated his ability to guide organizations through financial and operational challenges. As the CFO of Glanbia Nutritionals (NA), Inc., he continues to leverage his strong technical expertise and strategic mindset to contribute to the company's overall success and market leadership.