Mario Fernandez

Mario Fernandez is an accomplished finance executive with extensive experience across various industries. Currently serving as Chief Financial Officer at Goodwill Industries of Central Florida, Inc., Mario has previously held significant roles including Regional Vice President of Finance at Sysco, where responsibilities included overseeing Finance and Accounting functions for the Florida Region. At Verizon, Mario led a finance team managing approximately $45 billion in consumer expenses, while at Darden Restaurants, Mario was the Finance Leader for Bahama Breeze, generating $260 million in revenues. Early career roles also include positions at Dean Foods, Kraft Foods, and Nicafruit Company, where Mario drove financial strategies and cost reduction initiatives. Mario holds an MBA in Finance from the University of Florida and a degree in Food and Resource Economics.