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At CFO (Boardroom Media) we track over 1,000,000 startups and over 5,000,000 people who hold key positions in these companies. We use this directory of startups to highlight top employees, founders and board members we think deserve more appreciation than they are currently getting.
This list showcases the top New York based CFO’ operating in the Food and Beverage space. If you think a CFO’ is missing from this list, feel free to contact our editor on [email protected]
The individuals on this list have been included because of exceptional performance in one of the following categories:
- Innovation – Operating as a key part in an extremely innovative business or startup.
- Growth – Operating as a key figure in the growth and upscale of a market leading business or startup.
- Management – Showing exceptional management skills.
- Societal impact – Putting their business on the map for their positive societal or environmental impact.
Our Data – We source our data from OSINT (open source intelligence) and public directories such as Crunchbase, SemRush and many more. The data from these sources should be treated with a degree of caution and verified yourself.
Marco De Leon
Co-Founder & CFO of Rip van Wafels
Co-Founder of Rip Van.
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About Rip van Wafels: Rip van Wafels aims to revolutionize the way Americans enjoy their daily coffee.
Felipe Dutra
CFO & CTO of Anheuser-Busch InBev
Felipe Dutra is our Chief Financial & Technology Officer. Born in 1965, Mr. Dutra is a Brazilian citizen and holds a Degree in Economics from Candido Mendes and an MBA in Controlling from Universidade de São Paulo. He joined Ambev in 1990 from Aracruz Celulose, a major Brazilian manufacturer of pulp and paper. At Ambev he held various positions in Treasury and Finance before being appointed General Manager of one of our beverage subsidiaries. Mr. Dutra was appointed Ambev’s Chief Financial Officer in 1999 and he became our Chief Financial Officer in January 2005. In 2014, Mr. Dutra became our Chief Financial & Technology Officer. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of Ambev and Grupo Modelo.
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About Anheuser-Busch InBev: Anheuser-Busch InBev is a brewer and provider of consumer products that has a strong, balanced portfolio.
Ethan Einwohner
Chief Financial Officer of Specified Testing Labs
I Ethan Einwohner formed Specified Testing Labs, LLC, a roll-up of environmental testing laboratories, in August 2013. Under Specified, Ethan led the acquisitions of the testing lab assets of: International Hydronics Corporation (Oct 2013); New Jersey Analytical Labs (Nov, 2013), CNA Environmental (Dec 2013); and Smith Environmental Labs (Apr 2014). At Specified, Ethan manages all financial aspects of the firm and has responsibilities for its acquisition and integration activities. With his laboratory operations team, Ethan forms and executes company strategy .
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About CNA Environmental, Recurrent Capital Bridge Fund, Specified Testing Labs: Specified Testing Laboratories, LLC is a holding company of testing laboratories and related operating companies. Formed in September .
Ari Soroken
Chief Financial & Operating Officer of Bai
After earning an MBA at the Wharton School of business, Ari spent the late 90s providing executive leadership for several venture-backed companies and young start-ups. In his most recent role as beverage director and buyer for a major New York alcoholic beverage retailer and distributor, Ari gained beverage insight that informs his financial forecasts and strategies for Bai.
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About Bai: Bai produces drinks that are flavorful, low calorie, and infused with antioxidants from coffee’s superfruit.
Tim Tulfer
Chief Financial Officer of Heineken
Tim Tulfer is the CFO at Heineken.
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About Heineken: The world’s most international premium beer.
Thomas Hadley
CFO of BodyArmor
Thomas Hadley is the CFO at BodyArmor.
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About BodyArmor: BA Sports Nutrition produces and sells sports drinks that provide hydration for consumers.
David Klein
EVP, Chief Financial Officer of Constellation Brands
David Klein is Constellation’s executive vice president and chief financial officer reporting to Rob Sands, chief executive officer. Heis responsible for accounting, investor relations, financial decision support, financial planning and analysis, internal audit, treasury, tax, corporate development and information technology. David is a member of the Executive Management Committee. David joined Constellation in 2004 as vice president of business development. He also held roles as CFO of Constellation Europe; SVP, treasurer & controller; and CFO, Beer Division. David managed all aspects of finance for international and domestic businesses, championing improvements to free cash flow generation and optimizing the company’s capital structure. Before joining Constellation, David held the chief financial officer role at Montana Mills, an IPO company, where he led the transformation from private to public company and then subsequently led the sale of Montana Mills to Krispy Kreme. David also held the chief financial officer role at NetSetGo, an internet and network services startup that won several business and technical awards. Prior to these entrepreneurial positions, David served as the director of mergers & acquisitions at Xerox Corporation and as director of finance & accounting for Harris Corporation.
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About Canopy Growth, Constellation Brands: Constellation Brands is a producer and marketer of beer, premium wine, and spirits brands.
Brian Gottbetter
CFO and Co-Founder of Test Sharing
Brian Gottbetter is the CFO and co-Founder of TestSharing and a resident of New York. Brian has an MBA in Information Systems and a BA in Economics. He is a seasoned executive, having held positions at IBM, AT&T and Siemens. He has a broad range of experience in operations, sales, finance, product management and strategy. Brian became interested in food safety while living in Shanghai. Brian shares Beata’s passion and vision for making food test and safety information available to the general public.
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About Test Sharing: Test Sharing is a platform designed to give consumers easy, affordable access to professional lab-testing for food.
Austin Harris
CFO of Milk Bar
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About Milk Bar: Milk Bar is an award-winning bakery.
Brian Douglas
CFO of Protein2o
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About Protein2o: Protein2o provides drinks that promote a healthy, active lifestyle through the daily use of protein.
Stephen Votto
Co-Founder / CFO of Votto Vines
Stephen Votto is chief financial officer and manager of investor relations. Steve works closely with Michael Votto on all financing and accounting related issues and works closely with Peter, Nicholas and Jeremy on logostics, sales analytics and strategic development. Steve earned an economics degree from Union College. Stephen’s background includes working at one of the leading asset management firms in the United States. He is a dual citizen of the United States and the Italian Republic.
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About Franklin Templeton Investments, Votto Vines: Votto Vines is a wine importing and distribution company specializing in highly rated and boutique wines from Italy, Spain, and France.
William Finkelstein
CFO/COO of Happy Tree Maple Water
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About Happy Tree Maple Water: Leading organic treewater manufacturer
William Finkelstein
CFO/COO of Happy Tree Maple Water
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About Happy Tree Maple Water: Leading organic treewater manufacturer
