Themis Michalakos

Themis Michalakos is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with extensive experience in finance and accounting across various industries like real estate, home-building, construction, and hospitality.

Throughout his career, Themis has held key positions such as accounting supervisor, Controller, and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for projects worth up to $300 million, demonstrating a strong financial acumen and leadership skills.

He has a background in audit and tax from a national public accounting firm, providing him with a solid foundation in financial practices and regulations.

Themis is known for being a multi-faceted team leader, collaborating closely with owner/managers to optimize financial functions and drive organizational success with integrity and loyalty.

His expertise includes aspects like GAAP, tax management, SEC reporting, customized financial reporting, cash flow analysis, valuation calculations, return analysis metrics like IRR, NPV, ROE, and ROI, due diligence, and preparing materials for private equity and debt financing.

He is proficient in various software systems like Yardi, AccPac, McCosker, FAST, Pro-Ject, and Argus, along with excellent skills in Windows and MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Themis Michalakos has a solid educational background, having studied Diploma in College Preparatory at Taft High School and pursued a BSC in Accounting from DePaul University.

Throughout his career, he has held key roles including CFO at New Urban Development, LLC, Director of Finance at ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa (now Ritz Carlton), Project Controller at The Related Group in Miami, Director of Finance & Accounting at Skyline Equities Realty, and various other finance and accounting positions in reputable organizations like Hartz Construction Company, Zeller Realty Corp., and JMB Realty Corp.

Prior to his current roles, Themis gained valuable experience as a Financial Analyst at Joseph Freed and Associates, LLC, Controller at CMC Heartland Partners, Accounting Supervisor at JMB Realty Corp., Partnership Accountant at JMB Realty Corp., as well as Tax Consultant and Senior Staff Auditor at Arthur Andersen & Co.

Overall, Themis Michalakos is a seasoned finance and accounting professional with a diverse skill set, proven track record of financial leadership, and a reputation for delivering sound financial management decisions that drive cost savings, revenue enhancement, and increased asset values.