Marcus J. Rien is a Fractional/Interim CFO with a strong foundation in financial acumen, creative business strategy, and insight generation. With experience in PE-backed companies, Holding Companies, SME & Fortune 1000 companies, Marcus has the intellectual horsepower to observe globally and synthesize locally, drive strategic outcomes, build relationships, and advise senior executives and board members on critical organic and M&A opportunities. Marcus has extensive experience in financial strategy, strategic planning, analysis and forecasting, operational efficiencies, project management, process development, team development, cross-functional leadership, communication, P&L management, and buy-side M&A. He is a trusted advisor to CEOs, COOs, CFOs, CTOs, and board members, providing input and reporting on financial performance, planning and forecasting, business profitability, growth opportunities, and technology infrastructure. As the owner and president of MR Consulting LLC, Marcus is passionate about helping businesses achieve financial success. Prior to that, he served as Controller for Lightstar Renewables, LLC, where he was responsible for finance, accounting & HR department operations, created and executed a back-office strategy, and developed and managed relationships with external vendor partners. Marcus also has experience in Public Accounting as an Experienced Senior Associate - Advisory for BDO USA, LLP. In addition to his professional experience, Marcus is a 2022 AICPA Leadership Academy graduate and serves on the Young Professionals Group (YPG) Leadership and Footnote Editorial Committees for the Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants. He is an expert in implementing new systems and technologies to increase speed, improve data analytics, and modernize the employee experience. Marcus is also skilled in creating an engaged team culture in remote settings