Chad Pavel, CPA

Chad Pavel is the Managing Partner at Pinewood Consulting, specializing in facilitating the growth of companies and providing financial strategies for VC/PE investors.

With a focus on data analysis, financial acumen, and M&A expertise, Chad Pavel and his team at Pinewood Consulting offer tailored services to meet the diverse needs of their clients.

Chad's experience ranges from developing financial models to overseeing capital raises and M&A transactions, supported by a team of industry veterans.

As a fractional CFO, Chad has worked with various companies including surgical SaaS, financial conference providers, automotive startups, and multi-location boat club franchisees.

Chad Pavel has also served as an interim CFO during the divestiture of a metals recycling company.

In his role as an M&A advisor, Chad has successfully facilitated the sale of companies across different sectors like aerospace, defense, pool services, roofing, and luxury automotive services.

Chad Pavel holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting from the University of Vermont and has completed a CPA Preparation Program at UC Santa Barbara.

His professional background includes roles at renowned organizations such as Datto, Inc., CafeComply, Berkery, Noyes & Co., LLC, and KPMG.