Powers, CPA, MBA Debra

Debra Powers, CPA, MBA has a strong and extensive work experience in various financial and executive roles. Powers, CPA, MBA is currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer for Food Fleet since June 2020. Previously, they held the position of Treasurer for Tom Spangler for Sheriff starting in June 2015.

Between January 2019 and May 2020, Debra served as the Chief Financial Officer for Active Resources, Inc. Prior to that, they were the Chief Financial Officer for Nix Venture Partners from June 2015 to May 2020, where they provided financial support for the holding company's real estate and private equity shares.

Debra also worked as the Vice President of Finance for Squadle, Inc. from May 2020 to September 2022. Powers, CPA, MBA played a vital role in managing the company's financial operations.

In addition, Debra has valuable experience in the coal industry, having served as the Chief Accounting Officer for JJ Resources, Inc. from August 2018 to January 2019, where they advised and invested in the start-up metallurgical coal company. From August 2016 to September 2017, they also worked as the Chief Financial Officer for the same company, contributing to its establishment.

Debra's expertise extends to other industries as well. Powers, CPA, MBA was the Chief Executive Officer and Owner of Southern Management Services, LLC from July 2017 to August 2018, where they provided professional and financial expertise, ultimately doubling the company's sales. At Fuller Industries LLC, Debra worked as the Chief Financial Officer from December 2015 to December 2017, helping provide financial leadership to the chemical and brush manufacturing company.

Prior to these roles, Debra worked as the Chief Financial Officer for JJ Resources Inc. from August 2016 to September 2017. Powers, CPA, MBA also served as the Chief Financial Officer for Dorchester Energy Holdings from March 2012 to December 2015. In that position, they conducted strategic analysis, created ROI projections, and presented funding analyses to various external funding groups across multiple locations globally.

Overall, Debra Powers has extensive experience in finance and executive leadership, making their a valuable asset to any organization in need of their expertise.

Powers, CPA, MBA Debra pursued their education in a chronological manner. Powers, CPA, MBA first attended East Tennessee State University from 1993 to 1995, where they earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Accounting. Following this, they enrolled at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and completed their studies in 2001, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Organizational Leadership. Alongside their formal education, Debra also earned the certification of Certified Public Accountant from the State of Tennessee.