the bench
Meet our trusted bench of CFOs and specialists, on call to offer outsourced support and solutions to your unique business challenges.
meet John Marr
John’s had long-term engagements in fractional CFO positions for both startups and established (small to medium-sized) firms. And short-term engagements specializing in financial modeling, primarily in renewable energy development and startups for capital raises.
Specialties: Business Development, Project Finance, Deal Development, Private Placement, Strategic Planning.
Favorite type of client: Entrepreneurial with a growing company that needs strategic finance - meaning acquisitions, capital raises, and strategic partnerships.
One of John’s favorite clients: “A manufacturing company that I helped clean up their books for an eventual exit. The company was initially valued at $5MM, but we were able to clean up the company, put efficiencies/management in place, and sell the company for $20MM two years later. It was a ton of work, but I got to know the family well, and we are still good friends today.”
Billing: He is both flat rate and hourly, but prefers a Flat Rate retainer.
Typical Rates: $175-$225/hr. Retainers are typically $5,000/month minimum for around 25 hours. Engagements can go up to $20-$25,000/month depending on your needs.
Something personal about John: “I love traveling in SE Asia. I spent a year backpacking around the world after college, starting in New Zealand, Australia, SE Asia, China, and across Siberia by train. I spend my free time now camping and backpacking with my family.”