Rich Distler

Rich Distler has over 20 years of experience in the financial industry. Rich began their career in 2000 as a Controller for Complete Property Services. In 2003, they became the Chief Financial Officer for Academic Financial Solutions, where they were in charge of the financial operation and reporting of business to a major private equity group. In 2009, they moved to Franklin Street as a Controller, overseeing day to day accounting operations for approximately 40 entities. In 2010, they were the Controller for Ignite Media Solutions, responsible for the General Ledger, Month End, Financial Statements, and Management reports. In 2011, they were the Vice President of Finance and Treasurer for Triad Retail Media, leading both Accounting and FP&A Departments and spear-heading the Company’s financial quarterly forecast, annual budgeting process, operating plan variance analysis and special projects. In 2016, they became the Chief Financial Officer for ThumbStopper, a technology parent company specializing in online marketing with three main subsidiaries.

Rich Distler obtained their H.S. Diploma from Central Bucks West High School in Accounting and Finance in 1989-1991. Rich then attended Liberty University from 1991-1996, where they earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance. Rich is currently enrolled at Penn State University, studying Mechanical Engineering. Additionally, Rich Distler holds certifications in Real Estate Sales Associate from Greater Tampa REALTORS\u00ae, Stellar MLS, and the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, as well as CPR & First Aid Certified and Coaching Certified from the American Academy of CPR & First Aid and Hillsborough County, respectively.