David S. Lechner

David S. Lechner is an experienced Chief Financial Officer and consultant based in the Denver Metropolitan Area.1 He is the Lead Consultant & Chief Financial Officer | CEO & Leadership Advisor at Lechner Consulting, a role he has held since June 2018.1

Professional Background

David has over $30 billion of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and capital markets experience across various sectors, including telecom, technology/SaaS, industrial, medical, and cannabis.1 His career spans more than 15 years, during which he has developed expertise in:

• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Restructuring
• Integrations
• Cash Flow Management
• Board Work
• SaaS
• Telecom
• Private Equity

Education and Skills

David holds an MBA and is known for his:

• Analytical problem-solving skills
• Strategic planning abilities
• Acquisition integration expertise
• Process improvement and project management proficiency

He is also recognized as an outstanding communicator with a keen attention to detail and the ability to build collaborative relationships with various stakeholders.1

Current Role

At Lechner Consulting, David provides fractional CFO and CEO advisory services for early-stage technology and service companies.1 His responsibilities include:

• Navigating liquidity and fundraising challenges
• Establishing GAAP policies and procedures
• Cleaning up accounting records
• Financial reporting and budgeting
• Investor and board relations

Previous Experience

Before founding Lechner Consulting, David held several notable positions:

• Vice President of Corporate Development at Zayo Group (2014-2015)
• Vice President of Private Placements and Debt Financing at Canaccord Genuity Inc. (2012-2014)
• Associate in the Restructuring and Debt Advisory Group at Rothschild (2008-2010)

Throughout his career, David has demonstrated a strong track record in M&A transactions, capital markets, and financial management across multiple industries.1