Paul Deckard

Paul Deckard is an accomplished financial leader with extensive experience in corporate finance, consulting, and academia. Currently serving as the Head of Financial Systems & Reporting at Zayo Group, Paul has successfully led the technology roadmap for the Office of the CFO since February 2022, after establishing the company's first dedicated corporate performance management function as Director of Corporate Finance. Paul is also the Owner and Principal Consultant at Deckard Consulting Group, LLC, where consulting services focus on fractional CFO assistance and financial planning. Previous roles include Managing Director, CFO, and COO at Opera Colorado, Chief Financial Officer at The Atlanta Opera, and Finance Manager at Central Square Theater. Paul's academic credentials include a Master of Accountancy from the University of Denver and a Master of International Business from Hult International Business School, complemented by involvement as an Adjunct Faculty member at the University of Denver - University College.