Fractional CFO vs. Full-Time CFO: Which One Makes Sense for Growing Companies?
May 20, 2026
I hear this a lot: “We’re growing fast. We need a CFO.” Usually what follows is a job description for a full-time hire, a six-figure salary, benefits, equity, the whole thing. And sometimes that’s the right move. But in my experience working with growing businesses…
What Is a Fractional CFO and Who Actually Needs One?
April 24, 2026
Here’s something I hear often: “We’re not quite ready for a CFO yet. Maybe next year when we’re bigger.” Meanwhile, the leadership team is making hiring decisions based on gut feel. Pricing is being set without a clear read on margin. A major contract is…
The B Word, Revisited: The Power of Looking Back Before You Leap Forward
February 26, 2026
Not long ago, I shared why at KBS CFO we are intentionally moving away from the “B-word.” Not because the work behind it isn’t essential, but because the language no longer reflects the strategic, forward-thinking role modern financial professionals play. Today, I want to continue…
Virtual CFO Services: Why More Businesses Are Outsourcing Finance in 2026
December 16, 2025
If you’ve been in business long enough, you start to notice patterns. Decisions people regret. Risks they didn’t see coming. Opportunities they almost missed because they were busy putting out fires. Over the last 30+ years, I’ve worked with hundreds of small and mid-sized businesses…
Building a Distillery That’s Built to Last
July 25, 2025
In August, I’ll be speaking at the ADI 2025 Craft Spirits Conference & Expo in San Antonio. An event that brings together some of the most passionate and forward-thinking leaders in the distilling industry. There’s no better backdrop than Texas. With more than 180 distilleries…
How Design Builders Prepare for the Summer Rush
June 25, 2025
The school year is winding down. The kids are home. The kitchen is suddenly feeling very small. Or maybe you’re staring at the same back door for the third time this week, silently wishing that mudroom had been built before the rainy season. This is…
Manufacturing Accounting: Gain Clarity & Control Over Costs
May 20, 2025
There’s something inherently fascinating about transformation. Raw materials go in. Finished goods come out. Simple, right? Except it’s not. Because the magic doesn’t just happen. There’s a whole world of complexity between that first shipment of raw goods and the moment your product is boxed,…
The Great Retirement: How Searchers Are Fueling the Next Wave of Small Business Ownership
April 28, 2025
A quiet revolution is happening in the small business world. Every single day, 10,000 baby boomers retire, a trend that will continue until 2030. And with that millions of small businesses such as plumbing companies, accounting firms, HVAC services, and more are about to go…
SMART Reporting: A Framework for Growth and Clarity
December 16, 2024
At KBS CFO we believe that numbers tell a story, but they’re only part of the equation. Successful businesses thrive when they have actionable insights, a clear strategy, and timely information. That’s why I developed the concept of SMART Reporting, a tailored framework to help…