Heather Stark

Interim Principal Financial Officer at WW International

Heather Stark has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and roles. Heather started their career at PricewaterhouseCoopers in 1999, where they worked as a Manager in Assurance & Business Advisory Services. Heather'sresponsibilities included managing teams and completing assurance engagements for various clients, including CPG, entertainment, and service-based industries.

In 2004, Heather joined Opta Minerals Inc. as the Corporate Controller. Heather'srole involved assisting in the company's IPO closing and developing a financial reporting and planning model for future growth. Heather also managed the corporate finance team and regional plant controllers, overseeing seven North American plants.

Heather then moved to Bacardi in 2005, where they worked as a Controller for the Canadian business unit. Heather had oversight of financial reporting, accounting, compliance, and planning & analysis processes. Additionally, they provided cross-functional leadership to the Rums Category team.

Since 2010, Heather has been associated with WeightWatchers, where they have held various financial leadership positions. Heather started as the Director of Finance and worked their way up to Vice President of Finance. In their most recent roles, Heather served as the Head of North American Finance, Principal Financial Officer, and Chief Financial Officer. Heather'sresponsibilities included overseeing the global finance and commercial development functions, managing financial operations, and providing strategic financial guidance.

Overall, Heather Stark's work experience showcases their expertise in finance, accounting, and strategic leadership across multiple industries.

Heather Stark has a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce from the University of Toronto, which they obtained from 1993 to 1999. In 2001, they completed a Chartered Accountant program at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario. Additionally, they have obtained the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation through CPA Chartered Professional Accountants Canada. The CPA designation is globally recognized and respected in the field of professional accounting.

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  • Interim Principal Financial Officer

    December, 2022 - present

  • Head of North American Finance

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