Colleen Hawley

Colleen Hawley has extensive work experience in finance and operations, with a focus on maximizing productivity and profitability. Colleen has served as the Chief Financial Officer at Cartoon Cuts since 2017, where they manage the finances of a multi-regional children's hair salon chain. In this role, they collaborate with the Operations team to create accountability measures and motivational bonus plans.

Prior to joining Cartoon Cuts, Colleen worked as a Consultant - Chief Financial Officer at Firelight Capital Partners starting in 2018. In this role, they managed financial operations of a private equity firm that invested in middle-market consumer brands. Colleen supervised payroll, AP, and AR processes and served as a liaison between portfolio companies' CFOs and the firm.

Colleen also has experience with Cartoon Cuts from 1992 to 2008, where they held various roles including Chief Financial Officer/Controller. During their tenure, they streamlined monthly financial preparation, reduced company shrinkage, and analyzed the productivity of hair stylists to maximize profitability.

Before joining Cartoon Cuts, Colleen worked as a Financial Analyst at MCI in 1996, where they analyzed and presented profitability in the cellular market industry. Colleen also optimized consumer packages and cell phone plans through regular financial analysis.

Overall, Colleen Hawley has a strong background in finance and operations, with a focus on driving growth and maximizing profitability.

Colleen Hawley received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of Notre Dame. Colleen attended the university from 1987 to 1991.