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Kristen Giovanis - Fractional CFO & Executive Consultant in Minneapolis, MN

Kristen Giovanis

Executive operator and board advisor specializing in scaling PE-backed and founder-led services firms

Giovanis ConsultingSt. Cloud State UniversityMinneapolis, MN30 Years ExperienceExecutive Level

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Former CEO of a rapidly scaling, PE-backed company (ULG) who rebuilt the operating model and unified fragmented systems after acquisition-driven growth. Implemented EOS and led phased deployments of NetSuite, Salesforce, Monday.com, and Power BI to create a connected, data-driven organization, with strong change-management and executive coaching experience.

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Key Strengths

  • Redesigned operational structure for a rapidly scaling, PE-backed company post-acquisition
  • Implemented EOS to align priorities, strengthen accountability, and improve decision-making
  • Led multi-system rollout (NetSuite, Salesforce, Monday.com, Power BI) with phased implementation and training
  • Strong change-management approach driving adoption from hesitant leaders via stakeholder involvement and quick wins
  • Diagnoses operational inefficiencies through stakeholder interviews, data review, and process mapping
  • Builds scalable operating solutions by aligning people, process, and technology to future growth needs
  • Mentors founders/executives without ops backgrounds using tailored frameworks (EOS/OKRs) and practical translation of ops concepts
  • Balances strategic advisory work with hands-on execution using clear role definition, regular check-ins, and accountability rhythms

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Experience

Fractional CFO & Executive ConsultantMedia Bridge Advertising · Nov 2022 – Presentcontract
PrincipalGiovanis Consulting · Apr 2022 – Presentfreelance
Board MemberUnited Language Group · Aug 2016 – Sep 2024part-time
CEOUnited Language Group · Aug 2016 – Mar 2022
Founder & CEOKJ International Resources · Sep 1996 – Jun 2016
Chairman of the BoardKJ International Resources · Oct 2002 – Sep 2016part-time
Board AdvisorMedia Bridge Advertising · Jan 2023 – Presentpart-time
Board MemberBBE · Sep 2022 – Presentpart-time
Co-ChairOrono Schools Legislative Committee · Sep 2005 – May 2009part-time

Education

St. Cloud State Universitybachelor, Sociology & Political Science (1992)
Mitchell Hamline School of Lawdoctorate, Juris Doctrine (JD) (2000)

Awards

  • CFO of the Year (2025) - Media Bridge Advertising

Skills

Strategic PlanningChange ManagementProcess ImprovementBudget ManagementWorkflow AutomationAnalyticsStrategic LeadershipCorporate GovernanceGovernance FrameworksOperating Model DesignOperational Systems DesignOperational OptimizationOperational ExcellenceOrganizational DesignOrganization Restructuring

Languages

English

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