Karen Rocco, CPA

Chief Financial Officer and Senior VP, Finance

Professional Overview
Karen Rocco is an accomplished finance executive with over 20 years of experience in the textile industry. As the Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Finance at American Textile Company, she oversees all financial operations, strategic planning, and business development initiatives. Rocco is known for her strong leadership, analytical acumen, and ability to drive organizational growth and profitability.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer and Senior VP of Finance at American Textile Company, Rocco is responsible for managing the company's financial strategy, reporting, and compliance. She leads a team of finance professionals and collaborates closely with the executive leadership to optimize financial performance, identify growth opportunities, and ensure the company's long-term sustainability. Under Rocco's guidance, American Textile Company has achieved consistent revenue growth and improved its profit margins.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Rocco held progressive finance positions at American Textile Company, serving as the Vice President of Finance and the Controller. In these roles, she played a crucial part in implementing cost-saving measures, streamlining financial processes, and enhancing the company's financial reporting capabilities. Before joining American Textile Company, Rocco gained valuable experience as a Supervisor at Sisterson & Co. LLP, where she provided advisory services to clients in the manufacturing and distribution sectors.

Academic Background
Rocco holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Westminster College (PA). She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has demonstrated a strong commitment to professional development throughout her career.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Cash flow management and treasury operations

• Financial reporting and compliance

• Cost optimization and process improvement

• Strategic decision-making and business partnering

• Mergers, acquisitions, and integration

Professional Impact
During her tenure as CFO, Rocco has been instrumental in several key initiatives that have strengthened American Textile Company's financial position and operational efficiency. She played a pivotal role in the successful integration of a major acquisition, resulting in significant cost synergies and enhanced market share. Rocco has also led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which has improved data-driven decision-making and streamlined financial reporting.

Conclusion
With her extensive finance expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving organizational transformation, Karen Rocco is a valuable asset to American Textile Company. She is committed to leveraging her financial acumen to support the company's long-term growth and profitability objectives.