Michelle O’Neal
CFO Partner
Michelle is a seasoned financial leader with extensive experience driving business growth, operational excellence, and financial transformation across industries.
Michelle O’Neal
CFO Partner
Experienced Financial Leader with a proven track record in financial leadership, strategic growth, operational excellence, and business transformation, including scaling businesses and managing complex financial operations.
Michelle brings over 15 years of diverse financial and operational experience, making her a dynamic leader and consultant. As the Co-Owner, COO, and CFO of U.S. MRI, Michelle implemented strategies that propelled the business from one location to five, grew the team from 12 to 115 employees, and increased the company’s value by 775% before successfully selling it to a private equity-backed national corporation. Her ability to identify growth opportunities and execute strategic plans exemplifies her keen business acumen and leadership skills.
Prior to her success at U.S. MRI, Michelle held finance leadership roles at Koch Industries, Newell Rubbermaid, and Danaher Corporation, where she partnered with executives to provide actionable financial insights, optimize processes, and drive efficiency. Her expertise spans areas such as financial planning and analysis, mergers and acquisitions, strategic growth, and restructuring. Michelle’s innovative approach to financial strategy has consistently delivered exceptional results across a variety of industries, from healthcare to consumer goods.
Michelle’s commitment to excellence is further reflected in her ability to mentor and lead teams, streamline operations, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. Her hands-on approach and strategic foresight position her as an invaluable asset to businesses seeking transformative growth and success.
Help Business Succeed
- Scaling business operations to drive growth and maximize value.
- Developing strategic financial plans to improve profitability and efficiency.
- Guiding mergers, acquisitions, and private equity-backed transactions.
- Implementing innovative operational and financial processes to enhance performance.
- Leading restructuring and strategic planning to align with market conditions.
- Mentoring leadership teams and fostering a culture of operational excellence.
Certifications
- Certified Managerial Accountant (CMA) – #36723 – Issued May 2012
Education
- University of Georgia, MBA (Master of Business Administration) – July 2010
- University of Utah, B.S. In Accounting – May 2007
- Studied at Florida International University
Community Involvement:
- Passion for Life, Inc. – Board of Directors (career and life coaching program that helps at-risk students pursue their passions and turn them into careers)
- Junior Achievement of Georgia – Volunteer Teacher for classes in Success Skills and Personal Finance
- “The Frasority” – Public Relations Representative – Responsible for communications with members of a student organization at the University of Utah. Planned activities such as service projects and fundraisers, including a trip for 25 students to help the children at orphanages in Rosarito, Mexico.
- University of Utah – Student Advisory Committee – Served on the Student Advisory Committee in the Accounting Department.
- Salt Lake County Jail – Inmate Tutoring – Tutored inmates who were seeking their High School Diplomas. Administered coursework and graded tests
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Financial Planning & Analysis
Strategic Business Growth
Operational Efficiency Improvements
Mergers and Acquisitions
Private Equity Transactions
Budgeting and Forecasting
Team Leadership and Mentorship
Cost and Profitability Analysis
Process Optimization Strategies
Business Restructuring & Transformation
Strategic Decision Support
Fraud Investigation & Mitigation
Roles Served
spanning 15+ years in roles including:
- Business Owner
- Chief Operating Officer
- Chief Financial Officer
- Senior Finance Manager
- Finance Manager
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Senior Financial Analyst
- Financial Analyst