Howard D. Fickel

Howard D. Fickel, CPA, CCIFP has a diverse and extensive work experience in various financial leadership roles. Howard D. currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Surge Staffing. Prior to this, they held the position of Chief Financial Officer at Equity Commercial Real Estate Solutions, where they implemented the first-ever corporate budgeting process and played a key role in developing operational and financial plans. Howard D. also worked as the Corporate Controller at Crawford Hoying and as the Chief Operating Officer / Chief Financial Officer at Rocky Fork Company, where they improved profit margins and reduced overhead costs. Fickel also has experience as the Vice President / Corporate Controller at Avizent - Risk Management Solutions, where they led efforts for a major competitor acquisition. Additionally, they served as the Vice President / Chief Financial Officer at Karlsberger, where they had overall P&L authority for the firm and controlled various financial aspects. Earlier in their career, they worked as the Corporate Controller/Chief Accounting Officer at Skybus Airlines, Inc. and as a Senior Manager at Plante & Moran, specializing in real estate and construction services. Fickel began their career at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as a Manager, gaining experience in audit, tax, and consulting services.

Howard D. Fickel, CPA, CCIFP obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business.