Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Patrick Eagles is a seasoned finance executive with over 13 years of experience in the retail and technology industries. As the Director of Finance at Optum, he is responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy, reporting, and analysis to drive operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Finance at Optum, Patrick is responsible for leading a team of financial analysts and overseeing the company's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. He works closely with cross-functional leaders to provide data-driven insights and recommendations that support Optum's long-term growth initiatives. Under his leadership, the finance team has successfully implemented new financial systems and streamlined reporting, resulting in a 20% improvement in financial reporting accuracy.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Patrick held several finance and strategy positions at Best Buy, where he demonstrated a strong track record of driving business performance and leading strategic initiatives. As the Senior Manager of Corporate Development, he played a key role in the company's mergers and acquisitions activities, evaluating potential targets and leading the due diligence process. In his previous roles as Senior Manager of Growth, Innovation and Strategy, and Senior Financial Analyst in various business units, Patrick developed a deep understanding of the retail industry and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights.
Academic Background
Patrick holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Minnesota, where he graduated Cum Laude. He also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of St. Thomas, with a concentration in Strategic Management.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Strategic decision-making
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Financial systems implementation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Retail and technology industry expertise
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Best Buy, Patrick played a pivotal role in the company's successful turnaround strategy, contributing to a 15% increase in overall profitability. He also led the implementation of a new financial reporting system, which improved the timeliness and accuracy of financial data by 30%.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in finance, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration, Patrick is well-positioned to continue driving strategic and operational excellence at Optum. He is committed to leveraging his expertise to support the company's growth and profitability goals while maintaining a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement.
