Michael Houlahan

- Managed all aspects of company while owner disengaged from another business - Initiated essential infrastructure initiatives including reporting systems, HR policies and procedures - Led highest volume month in company history to highest profit in company history

- Managed P&L for 2 Print sites in different states with 110 employees and $24mm revenue - Integrated Digital and Offset print operations (Xerox iGens, 40”, 5Color sheet-fed presses, Fulfillment, mailing) - Managed 2 Six Sigma projects that reduced cycle time by 25% each - Grew Revenue 3 times industry benchmark - Drove P&L; Customer Service, Sales, Production, Prepress and Admin for two sites in two time zones - Developed a management team led by two General Managers to manage two sites in differe

- Developed business plan, raised capital, hired staff, negotiated equipment purchases and bldg leases - Managed shut down when company failed - Coordinated with creditors, disposed of equipment

- Hired as the Controller one year out of college  Produced first forecast and budget for the firm  Negotiated acquisitions of two competitors  Developed all the forecasting tools and financial reports for the firm - Promoted to CFO in 2nd year for new privately held company after LBO from Bell & Howell - Selected as a member of the board of directors in 3rd year, served for 10 years - Promoted to COO in 3rd year to ensure the smooth integration automation strategy - Promoted to CEO in 5th year

Self financed 3.86 GPA Magna cum Laude Alpha Sigma Nu (Jesuit Honor Society)