Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Sandra Bragg-O'Connor is a seasoned finance and accounting executive with extensive experience in various industries, including technology, telecommunications, and wellness. In her current role as Business Advisor to Digital Chief Financial Officer at Dover Corporation, she leverages her strategic and operational expertise to provide guidance and support to the company's digital finance initiatives.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Business Advisor to Digital Chief Financial Officer at Dover Corporation, Sandra is responsible for collaborating with the CFO to develop and implement digital transformation strategies that enhance financial operations and decision-making. She plays a key role in driving the integration of new technologies, data analytics, and automation tools to improve the company's financial processes and reporting capabilities.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Sandra held several senior finance positions, including Chief Financial Officer at SAI360, Interim Chief Financial Officer at LifeStart Wellness Center, and Chief Financial Officer at Call One, Incorporated (now Peerless Network). She also served as Senior Vice President of Finance and Accounting at Stadium and held various leadership roles at Intel Corporation, Sarvega, and Ameritech (now AT&T). Throughout her career, Sandra has demonstrated exceptional financial management and strategic planning skills, leading to significant improvements in operational efficiency, profitability, and compliance.
Academic Background
Sandra holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she graduated with honors. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed various professional development programs in financial management, strategic leadership, and digital transformation.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Operational and financial reporting
- Financial process optimization and automation
- Strategic decision-making and business advisory
- Digital transformation and technology integration
- Mergers, acquisitions, and integrations
- Risk management and compliance
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Sandra has made significant contributions to the organizations she has served. At SAI360, she played a pivotal role in streamlining financial operations and improving the company's financial reporting capabilities, which led to enhanced decision-making and profitability. As the Interim Chief Financial Officer at LifeStart Wellness Center, she successfully navigated the organization through a critical transition period, ensuring financial stability and operational continuity.
Conclusion
With her extensive finance and accounting expertise, coupled with her strategic mindset and digital proficiency, Sandra Bragg-O'Connor is well-positioned to drive transformative change and contribute to the long-term success of Dover Corporation. Her proven track record of delivering measurable results and her commitment to continuous improvement make her a valuable asset to any organization.