Chris Folena

Chris Folena is an accomplished executive leader with a track record of over 25 years in the public and private sectors across consumer products goods, technology, and professional services industries.

He specializes in achieving financial success through financial transformation, process re-engineering, cost optimization, compliance, and cross-functional management, showcasing exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

His professional accomplishments include expertise in capital markets, strategy implementation, company operations, infrastructure development, compliance, governance, and leadership.

Chris has a robust background in IPOs, S-1 filings, M&A transactions, debt restructuring, and private equity dealings within the realms of profit optimization, revenue recognition, and strategic forecasting.

His experiences span across a range of reputable organizations, notably serving as the COO/CFO at The J.R. Watkins Co., VP of Corporate Controller at Juicero, VP of Finance & Accounting at Nutiva, Inc., among other high-level positions at Hormel Foods, General Mills, Agilent Technologies, Oracle, and PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).

With a focus on ERP and business intelligence implementations, continuous process improvement, organizational structuring, SOX compliance, SEC reporting, and internal audit, Chris demonstrates a proficiency in scaling operations, risk management, and internal controls.

Accompanied by active CPA credentials and a passion for human capital management and coaching, Chris Folena is a seasoned professional known for his ability to drive turnarounds and spur high growth in dynamic business environments.