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Emerald Kalama Chemical is a division of Emerald Performance Materials, LLC. Emerald produces and markets technologically advanced specialty chemicals for a broad range of food and industrial applications. Its products play a variety of roles in the products that are consumed and used every day, enabling them to last longer, look, smell, taste or perform better. Emerald products are used in aerospace, food, beverages, cosmetics, toothpaste, household products, paint, tires, automobiles, sports gear and many other applications. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Emerald has four business units, eight operations and approximately 700 employees.

Vision-driven Senior-Level Financial Executive with extensive experience in financial management for manufacturing companies and private equity ventures. Blend motivation, creativity, leadership, and analytical abilities to develop and implement innovative ideas instrumental in producing bottom-line results. Deep knowledge of and experience in ERP systems. Consistently project an energized, goal-oriented management style utilizing financial management skills, knowledge of financial practices, regulations, analytical abilities, and organizational proficiencies. Hands-on leader and strategic partner who plays an integral role in developing and implementing financial strategies supporting organizational mission and goals and contribute to its financial strength. Financial Strengths: • Financing and Covenant Compliance • Financial Systems & Technology • Financial Controls & Practices • Cash Management & Treasury Functions • Integration of Acquisitions and Carve Outs • Lead Financial Role in Multiple Divestures • ERP Systems Implementation • Strategic Financial Planning & Forecasting • Regulatory Compliance • Internal and External Reporting and Analysis • Board Reporting in Private Equity Environment • Due Diligence Leadership • Financial & Accounting Management • Staff Management & Development • Financial Reporting