John Dowdy

We offer top-tier fractional CFO services tailored to the unique financial needs of small and mid-sized businesses. Our mission is to empower companies to achieve their growth objectives through strategic financial guidance. Our Services: • Fractional CFO Services: We offer high-level CFO expertise on a fractional, interim, or project basis, delivering agile, smart growth solutions at a fraction of the cost of hiring a full-time CFO. • Emerging Growth & Start-Up Support: Our a-la-carte services include finance rapid assessments, budgeting and forecasting, finance technology stack selection and implementation, fundraising advice, development of compelling pitch materials, implementation of best practices, scaling finance and accounting teams, and investor relations. • Strategic Advisory Services: We manage strategic finance initiatives such as IPO readiness, audit support, debt and equity financing transaction support, deal model development, new market tax credit financing transaction support, and international expansion.

Danimer Scientific develops biodegradable bioplastics, including Nodax® PHA, a renewable alternative to petroleum-based plastics. Danimer partners with major brands to create sustainable packaging and reduce plastic waste. • Built and led company’s first FP&A function, implementing best practices and cadence for financial planning activities. • Directed corporate forecasting and budgeting, identifying significant cost savings and margin improvements.

• Led successful SPAC merger resulting in DNMR becoming publicly traded on NYSE, raising $380M. • Established public company reporting infrastructure and scaled finance team. • Led numerous debt and equity financings. • Managed capex spend for the retrofit of a brownfield fermentation facility, creating the first commercial manufacturing capacity for PHA resins. • Negotiated incentives with state and local government for new manufacturing facilities as well as government subsidized financings. • Transitioned Company to Microsoft Dynamics 365. • Company's first CFO.

US-listed internet search engine and technology company (NASDAQ: YNDX) with operations in Russia, various other European countries, and Turkey (www.yandex.com). Yandex’s revenue grew from approximately $285 million in 2008, the year that I joined, to approximately $1.1 billion upon my departure in 2014. Yandex has divested its Russian business and now trades as Nebius (NASDAQ: NBIS). • Led financial reporting efforts for a successful $1.4 billion NASDAQ IPO, preparing form F-1 and responding to SEC comment letters. • Restructured accounting division for public company reporting at Yandex. • Implemented new accounting pronouncements and guided Oracle ERP system implementation. • Established financial infrastructure for new development offices and operating entities in multiple countries, including the Netherlands, Switzerland, Finland, Germany, Turkey and the United States. • Managed accounting, treasury, budgeting, and tax compliance for ten foreign legal entities. • Executed international tax structuring projects and localized group finance policies. • Built finance teams in new markets to ensure consistent processes and compliance.

US-listed television network (NASDAQ: CTCM) broadcasting in Russia and the CIS, $472 million in revenue in 2007. • Led financial reporting efforts for CTC Media, Inc. during the IPO in June 2006, ensuring compliance with SEC regulations. • Oversaw the preparation of SEC filings, primarily forms 10K, 10Q, and 8K. • Managed SOX readiness efforts, achieving full compliance for fiscal year 2007. • Coordinated with corporate finance department on acquisition transactions, international tax planning, and budgeting.

• Prepared SEC filings, including forms 10K, 10Q, and 8K for Golden Telecom in Moscow, Russia. • Managed monthly consolidation process and supervised corporate accounting department for accurate financial reporting. • Successfully integrated newly purchased entities, accounting systems, and processes to streamline operations. • Implemented SAP consolidation module to enhance financial reporting efficiency.

• Managed financial audits and reviews of SEC filings. • Evaluated internal controls and led SOX engagement for BellSouth, a major telecom company. • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards and identified areas for improvement. • Developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

• Taught ethics and morality curriculum in schools at the invitation of the Russian Ministry of Education. • Co-lead community Bible studies. • Led humanitarian aid trips to remote locations on the Kolyma Highway. • Managed team finances and administrative tasks.

Summa Cum Laude Graduated ranked 2nd in the school of business.