Kevin McDonnell

Kevin McDonnell, J.D., is a seasoned executive with a diverse background spanning financial, IT, and HR leadership roles across various industries such as technology, consumer products, legal, financial services, healthcare, and automotive.

With nearly 35 years of experience, Kevin has served as a C-Level executive in companies at different growth stages, including venture-backed, pre-IPO, global multinational, public, and pre-sale entities.

Throughout his career, Kevin McDonnell has been instrumental in creating shareholder value by formulating long-term plans, setting operational and financial targets, optimizing business processes, harnessing technology for operational efficiencies, and fostering excellence within financial, legal, HR, and IT functions.

Kevin holds a J.D. from Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, and a B.A. in Finance from Loyola Marymount University.

He has held key positions such as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at AeroVironment, Chief Operating Officer / CFO / Founder at DoubleBeam, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer at Leiner Health Products, and various CFO roles in companies like Memorex, Catalytic Solutions, and Digital Insight.

Additionally, Kevin has contributed to academia as an Adjunct Professor of Finance at UMass Global, Adjunct Professor at University of Redlands, and as a former Board Member at Western Justice Center and Bamboo Pipeline.

Kevin McDonnell's vast experience in operational management, strategic planning, and financial leadership makes him a sought-after expert for companies undergoing growth transitions, restructuring, or preparing for strategic transactions like sale or IPO.

His insights and expertise are further shared through his blog Decision Dimensions, where he delves into topics related to business strategies, leadership, and financial management.