CARLA (CARLI) PLAIN, MBA

Carla Plain, MBA, has a diverse and extensive work experience in finance and accounting roles. CARLA (CARLI) is currently the Director of Finance at FirstClose, a position they have held since March 2023.

Prior to their current role, Carla worked at Delaget from May 2018 to March 2023, where they started as a Consultant and eventually became the Accounting Controller. CARLA (CARLI)'srole involved assisting restaurant owners and managers in better managing their restaurants.

From June 2018 to April 2019, Carla worked as a Senior Consultant at Robert Half Management Resources. CARLA (CARLI) then joined Modus Engagement, Inc. as the Accounting Controller from October 2016 to June 2018. In this role, they implemented new software and processes to improve accounting and financial reporting efficiency.

Carla also has experience as a Senior Consultant at Element Financial, where they assisted with the transition after the company was sold. CARLA (CARLI) worked at Element Financial from December 2015 to June 2016. Prior to that, they served as the Assistant Vice President & Manager II in Commercial Banking Accounting Operations at TCF Bank from July 2011 to November 2015. Here, they developed accounting, reporting, and operational processes for new products and projects.

Earlier in their career, Carla worked at Ameriprise Financial as the Sr. Manager of Finance - Management Reporting from October 2005 to July 2011, where they were part of the team that transitioned the accounting and reporting process after the company spun off from American Express. CARLA (CARLI) also worked as the Controller at Enventis Telecom from April 2004 to January 2005, and as the Accounting Manager at Rels Companies, LLC from February 2000 to April 2004.

Carla started their career at John G. Kinnard & Co., where they held the positions of Senior Accountant/Accounting Supervisor from October 1998 to January 2000. CARLA (CARLI) was responsible for GL, month-end close, and management reporting.

Carla Plain, MBA, obtained their Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Strategic Management from the University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business. CARLA (CARLI) completed their degree between the years 2005 and 2010.

Prior to their MBA, Carla earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Finance and a minor in Accounting from Minnesota State University, Mankato. The specific years of their undergraduate education are unknown.

Carla's education journey began at Lake Crystal-Wellcome Memorial, where they graduated from high school with a General Studies degree. Unfortunately, the exact dates of their high school education are not provided.

In addition to their formal education, Carla also obtained a Mini-Master of Project Management from the University of St. Thomas in January 2011.