Norwood Advisors

Transformational Consulting Services

Michael impressed me with his ability to quickly understand the situation, to integrate into the team and to take on a leadership role that was badly needed. He helped shore up liquidity by managing working capital, he assisted in securing a sizable PPP loan, he secured a meaningful amount of equipment financing, he communicated operating metrics to key constituents, including the bank, he filled in for the then-departed controller and CEO and he assisted in negotiating loan amendments that allowed us “to live to fight another day”. In short, he was just outstanding, and I highly recommend him for your portfolio company needs. If he can thrive in a situation as difficult as the one our portfolio company faced, I think he’s up for just about any task.

Curt Crofford, Managing Director, Hicks Equity Partners

Michael served as our interim CFO during the last quarter of the year and first 6 weeks of the new year—a critical time for any company. He immediately demonstrated his tenacious, results-driven approach and deep experience by jumping wholeheartedly into year-end close, finalizing our budget for the coming year, and preparing for our annual audit. Michael is uniquely prepared to assist companies with an immediate need for senior-level financial leadership; he brings an astute financial mind to each opportunity, readily assimilates to the corporate cultural landscape, instills confidence in key stakeholders, takes the time to educate his teammates, and drives meaningful results in short order. He has a tremendously strong work ethic and is painstakingly attentive to the relevant details. We are thankful for Michael being a big part of our process improvement culture and genuinely having everyone's best interests at heart.

John Sypek, President & CEO, AWP, Inc.

Michael was instrumental in helping us transform from a startup to a well-rounded business ensuring key financial and business processes were in place. At a time when the business was growing rapidly, Michael helped us ensure that the financial operations of the company continued to grow at the same pace. Whether it was an ERP implementation, expansion of the team or preparation for a capital raise, Michael helped us ensure that we were always on top of our game.

Arnav Dalmia, CEO, Fitness Cubed, Inc. (d/b/a Cubii)

Michael brought to Marbles the broad vision of a seasoned executive and the attention to detail of a public company CFO.  He focused management’s attention on key leverage points of the business and attacked key cost variables, achieving substantial savings for the company.  We will work together again.

Michael Kazma, President & CEO, Amzak Capital Management (Marbles Holdings, LLC)

To restore our distribution company to sound financial footing in the face of a dynamic media environment, we required a strategist, an operations expert, and a family therapist. Michael excelled at all three roles!

Adrianne B. Furniss, President & CEO, Public Media, Inc./HomeVision

Michael managed our entire sales process including providing key leadership during tough negotiations as we drove to the close.  He saved us money on the process while at the same time assuring that we had a fair, market valuation that all parties were happy with - this proved to be the key to a successful transition of ownership where our professional services team members felt protected in the sale and the buyer knew he was getting a team that would continue to function at a high level following the sale.

Steve Mitchell, CEO, Lester B Knight

As a Managing Director of Buccino & Associates, Michael managed some of our more complex client matters. He has an innate ability to get to the heart of the issues quickly and institute steps to improve cash flows and profitability. When required he has recapitalized client balance sheets and/or led successful mergers or sale of the enterprise.

Jerry Buccino, Founder and CEO, Buccino & Associates

Michael served as our Interim CFO and brought leadership and structure to our Finance and Accounting organization. Michael's unique set of skills allowed him to step into the role and add value immediately. What sets Michael apart is his combination of experience, intelligence and complete dedication to the work and the company. He quickly fit into the company's culture while introducing a set of disciplines and processes that improved our organization. I could not imagine having this experience work out any better and am deeply appreciative of his many contributions.

Girisha Chandraraj, CEO, Elite Sportswear

Michael’s extensive experience and breadth of management capabilities enable him to be a valuable contributor across key business functions. As an Interim CFO, he proved to be a versatile and strategic-minded leader for our business. Michael embraces issues and people with the utmost professionalism and a consistently thoughtful, level-headed approach. These qualities allow him to fit into teams - and drive improvements - quickly.

Brad Roberts, Partner / The Riverside Company

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Norwood Advisors

Transformational Consulting Services

Michael impressed me with his ability to quickly understand the situation, to integrate into the team and to take on a leadership role that was badly needed. He helped shore up liquidity by managing working capital, he assisted in securing a sizable PPP loan, he secured a meaningful amount of equipment financing, he communicated operating metrics to key constituents, including the bank, he filled in for the then-departed controller and CEO and he assisted in negotiating loan amendments that allowed us “to live to fight another day”. In short, he was just outstanding, and I highly recommend him for your portfolio company needs. If he can thrive in a situation as difficult as the one our portfolio company faced, I think he’s up for just about any task.

Curt Crofford, Managing Director, Hicks Equity Partners

Michael served as our interim CFO during the last quarter of the year and first 6 weeks of the new year—a critical time for any company. He immediately demonstrated his tenacious, results-driven approach and deep experience by jumping wholeheartedly into year-end close, finalizing our budget for the coming year, and preparing for our annual audit. Michael is uniquely prepared to assist companies with an immediate need for senior-level financial leadership; he brings an astute financial mind to each opportunity, readily assimilates to the corporate cultural landscape, instills confidence in key stakeholders, takes the time to educate his teammates, and drives meaningful results in short order. He has a tremendously strong work ethic and is painstakingly attentive to the relevant details. We are thankful for Michael being a big part of our process improvement culture and genuinely having everyone's best interests at heart.

John Sypek, President & CEO, AWP, Inc.

Michael was instrumental in helping us transform from a startup to a well-rounded business ensuring key financial and business processes were in place. At a time when the business was growing rapidly, Michael helped us ensure that the financial operations of the company continued to grow at the same pace. Whether it was an ERP implementation, expansion of the team or preparation for a capital raise, Michael helped us ensure that we were always on top of our game.

Arnav Dalmia, CEO, Fitness Cubed, Inc. (d/b/a Cubii)

Michael brought to Marbles the broad vision of a seasoned executive and the attention to detail of a public company CFO.  He focused management’s attention on key leverage points of the business and attacked key cost variables, achieving substantial savings for the company.  We will work together again.

Michael Kazma, President & CEO, Amzak Capital Management (Marbles Holdings, LLC)

To restore our distribution company to sound financial footing in the face of a dynamic media environment, we required a strategist, an operations expert, and a family therapist. Michael excelled at all three roles!

Adrianne B. Furniss, President & CEO, Public Media, Inc./HomeVision

Michael managed our entire sales process including providing key leadership during tough negotiations as we drove to the close.  He saved us money on the process while at the same time assuring that we had a fair, market valuation that all parties were happy with - this proved to be the key to a successful transition of ownership where our professional services team members felt protected in the sale and the buyer knew he was getting a team that would continue to function at a high level following the sale.

Steve Mitchell, CEO, Lester B Knight

As a Managing Director of Buccino & Associates, Michael managed some of our more complex client matters. He has an innate ability to get to the heart of the issues quickly and institute steps to improve cash flows and profitability. When required he has recapitalized client balance sheets and/or led successful mergers or sale of the enterprise.

Jerry Buccino, Founder and CEO, Buccino & Associates

Michael served as our Interim CFO and brought leadership and structure to our Finance and Accounting organization. Michael's unique set of skills allowed him to step into the role and add value immediately. What sets Michael apart is his combination of experience, intelligence and complete dedication to the work and the company. He quickly fit into the company's culture while introducing a set of disciplines and processes that improved our organization. I could not imagine having this experience work out any better and am deeply appreciative of his many contributions.

Girisha Chandraraj, CEO, Elite Sportswear

Michael’s extensive experience and breadth of management capabilities enable him to be a valuable contributor across key business functions. As an Interim CFO, he proved to be a versatile and strategic-minded leader for our business. Michael embraces issues and people with the utmost professionalism and a consistently thoughtful, level-headed approach. These qualities allow him to fit into teams - and drive improvements - quickly.

Brad Roberts, Partner / The Riverside Company

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