Sherri Baker

Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview

Sherri Baker is an accomplished finance executive with over 20 years of experience driving strategic initiatives and delivering operational excellence. As the Chief Financial Officer at Clearwater Paper Corporation, she is responsible for overseeing the company's financial planning, reporting, and risk management strategies, while also spearheading key initiatives to enhance shareholder value.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Chief Financial Officer at Clearwater Paper Corporation, Sherri is responsible for leading the company's financial functions, including accounting, treasury, tax, and investor relations. She plays a pivotal role in aligning the company's financial strategy with its long-term business objectives, ensuring efficient capital allocation and robust risk management practices. Under her leadership, Clearwater Paper has achieved significant improvements in profitability and operational efficiency.

Career Progression

Prior to joining Clearwater Paper, Sherri served as the Chief Financial Officer at Hyliion, where she was instrumental in the company's successful transition to a publicly traded entity. Before that, she held the role of SVP and Chief Financial Officer at PGT Innovations, where she was responsible for leading the company's global finance and accounting functions, as well as overseeing investor relations and corporate development activities. Sherri's earlier career includes senior finance roles at Dean Foods and Frito Lay, where she gained extensive experience in financial planning, strategic sourcing, and process optimization.

Academic Background

Sherri holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed executive education programs at leading business schools, further enhancing her expertise in strategic financial management and corporate governance.

Areas of Expertise

Financial planning and analysis

Capital structure optimization

Mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures

Investor relations and corporate communications

Process improvement and operational efficiency

Risk management and compliance

Professional Impact

Throughout her career, Sherri has demonstrated a track record of driving transformative change and delivering measurable results. At Hyliion, she played a pivotal role in the company's successful initial public offering, which raised $525 million in growth capital. At PGT Innovations, she spearheaded several strategic initiatives that resulted in a 25% improvement in operational efficiency and a 15% increase in EBITDA margins.

Conclusion

Sherri Baker is a seasoned finance executive with a proven ability to navigate complex business environments and drive sustainable growth. Her deep expertise in financial management, coupled with her strategic mindset and strong leadership skills, make her a valuable asset to Clearwater Paper Corporation as it continues to strengthen its competitive position within the industry.