Elsa Sturza

Executive Vice President @ Tetakawi (formerly The Offshore Group)

About

* Visionary financial and business leader, grounded in execution, with over 26 years of progressive experience driving growth, profitability, and operational excellence across multinational organizations in the US, Mexico, and Latin America. Proven record of catalyzing big picture thinking, aligned with workable, pragmatic solutions. Shape corporate vision, executing financial and operational strategies, and delivering sustainable business transformation. * Recognized as a strategic partner to boards, CEOs, and executive teams, combining strong financial acumen with forward-thinking approach to innovation, risk management, and global expansion. An influential executive, known for linking long-term vision with operational performance, building high-performing leadership teams, and leading digital transformation initiatives that improve transparency, efficiency, and profitability. * Steer complex organizations through economic volatility and market disruption while maintaining fiscal discipline, stakeholder confidence, and business agility. Offer a distinctive blend of strategic foresight, financial expertise, and people leadership. Positioning organizations to achieve growth and meaningful impact. Areas of Expertise: * Forward-Thinking Leadership * Design Strategies for Future * Enterprise Risk Management * Board & Investor Relations * Digital Transformation * Partner with President & C-Suite Leaders Selected Career Achievements: * Partnered with president, CEO, and board to shape company-wide growth strategies and define organization’s long-term vision. * Championed enterprise-wide initiatives beyond finance, leading successful efforts in operational efficiency, digital transformation, and organizational restructuring.

Country

United States

City

Tucson

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Skill

Gestión, Management, Business Strategy, Leadership, International Business, Accounting, Business Analysis, Analytical Skills, Cash Flow, Corporate Finance, Business Process Improvement, Financial Reporting, Servicio de atención al cliente, Planificación estratégica

Experience

Executive Vice President

Tetakawi (formerly The Offshore Group)

2006 - Present · 20 yrs

Tucson, Arizona, United States

▪ Lead and mentor team of 6 finance directors and extended teams, fostering culture of ownership, professional development, and leadership succession. ▪ Spearheaded 5+ digital transformation initiatives in finance by implementing automation tools and analytics platforms across US and Mexico operations—reducing reporting cycles, enhancing accuracy, and improving operational efficiency.

Director – Financial Planning, Analysis, & Control

Offshore International

2006 - 2018 · 12 yrs

Tucson, Arizona, United States

▪ Enhanced internal control frameworks across subsidiaries, strengthening audit readiness and sustaining adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements—achieving 100% fiscal compliance in Mexico. ▪ Superintended budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to monitor organizational performance and drive cost optimization.

Controller

MD INTERNATIONAL, INC.

2001 - 2005 · 4 yrs

Miami, Florida, United States

▪ Piloted launch of Mexico City operations by establishing end-to-end financial infrastructure, including accounting systems, controls, and reporting processes. ▪ Designed and implemented standardized regional reporting and internal control framework, enabling greater financial transparency and facilitating company’s first audit with zero discrepancies.