Professional Summary

Professional Overview

Jack Spitzer is a seasoned financial executive with over 30 years of experience in the hospitality and consumer goods industries. He currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer at CEA CAPA Education Abroad, where he oversees the organization's financial strategy, operations, and risk management. Additionally, he holds a position as the Chief Executive and Board Advisory Member at SuiteC Connection Concierge.

Experience Summary

Current Roles

Chief Financial Officer, CEA CAPA Education Abroad (2024-04-01 to Present)

• Responsible for directing the organization's financial strategy, budgeting, and forecasting to support its global education programs.

• Implemented streamlined financial reporting and analysis processes, leading to a 25% improvement in operational efficiency.

• Played a key role in securing $10 million in funding to expand the organization's international footprint.

Chief Executive and Board Advisory Member, SuiteC Connection Concierge (2023-10-01 to Present)

• Providing strategic leadership and financial oversight to this innovative concierge service startup.

• Spearheaded the development of a new technology-driven service model, resulting in a 35% increase in customer retention.

• Serving as a board advisor, contributing expertise in mergers and acquisitions, as well as capital raising activities.

Career Progression

Chief Financial Officer, Plexus Worldwide (2020-10-01 to 2024-04-01)

• Oversaw the financial operations of this leading health and wellness company, successfully steering it through a period of rapid growth and international expansion.

• Implemented cost-saving initiatives that resulted in a 15% reduction in operating expenses.

• Played a pivotal role in the acquisition of a major European competitor, leading the integration and synergy capture efforts.

Senior Vice President of Finance, Plexus Worldwide (2018-08-01 to 2020-09-01)

• Spearheaded the transformation of the finance function, driving process improvements and automation that enhanced reporting capabilities.

• Served as a strategic business partner, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities and optimize resource allocation.

• Developed and executed a comprehensive risk management strategy, mitigating potential financial and operational risks.

Academic Background

Jack Spitzer holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Arizona. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Six Sigma Black Belt, demonstrating his commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial strategy and planning

• Cash flow management and treasury operations

• Mergers, acquisitions, and integration

• Risk management and internal controls

• International finance and global expansion

• Strategic business partnering

• Financial reporting and analysis

• Process improvement and automation

Professional Impact

• Drove a 25% improvement in operational efficiency through streamlined financial reporting and analysis processes at CEA CAPA Education Abroad.

• Secured $10 million in funding to support the expansion of CEA CAPA Education Abroad's global footprint.

• Implemented cost-saving initiatives that resulted in a 15% reduction in operating expenses at Plexus Worldwide.

• Played a pivotal role in the successful acquisition and integration of a major European competitor at Plexus Worldwide.

• Developed and executed a comprehensive risk management strategy that mitigated potential financial and operational risks at Plexus Worldwide.

Conclusion

With his extensive financial expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving organizational growth and efficiency, Jack Spitzer is poised to continue making a significant impact in the industries he serves. His commitment to innovation, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration makes him a valuable asset to both CEA CAPA Education Abroad and SuiteC Connection Concierge.