Lisa Farinetti

Strategic business partner for $20B global, electrical sector of $27B publicly traded company • Delivered 300 bps margin improvement in under-performing business unit by hiring external and upskilling internal finance talent, building sustainable forecast process improvements, and establishing a culture of accountability. • Created multi-faceted talent framework for internal talent pools focused on capabilities and experiences, top talent executive development program, and external networking process. • Drove transformation through Oracle Planning implementation, rapid deployment of customer-level data center P&L and cash flow modeling, and development of a CFO as COO mindset framework that improved forecast accuracy and business partnership. • Signed one and closed two acquisitions to expand portfolio and technology capabilities to capture growth in fast-growing data center white space market.

Strategic business partner for $2B global, multi-industry software segment of $36B publicly traded company • Accelerated SaaS growth 15%+ annually by transforming commercial approach to customer-focused, software-led outcomes through delivery of software, digital services, and AI/ML innovations, promoting recurring revenue and subscription conversion across the entirety of Honeywell’s portfolio; delivered 15 new products in under a year. • Delivered 250bps annual margin expansion through implementing rolling 6-quarter forecast, automating financial reporting and deploying global software model. • Closed and integrated acquisition to address OT cybersecurity portfolio gaps and served on the board of Saudi-based JV delivering advanced digital solutions to improve plant productivity, profitability, and sustainability. • Key participant in Honeywell Connect customer and investor event, leading session on Digital Transformation • Led $50M restructuring initiative to simplify go-to-market, accelerate new product innovation across the enterprise and deliver efficiencies.

Full P&L and functional responsibility for $200M global business • Produced 12% revenue growth (3x market) and 500bps margin expansion in leading 500+ employees across a global manufacturing footprint; met rapid changes in customer demand requirements from geopolitical conflicts. • Created and executed multi-industry and globally market-focused product strategy, expanding customer base and driving share gains in previously untapped segments and penetrating China market to deliver 30% revenue growth. • Implemented comprehensive supply chain strategy to consolidate footprint and outsource non-core capabilities. • Led global talent development initiatives across commercial and engineering teams in Americas, Europe, and Asia.

Set global product, business development, and pricing strategy for $1B product portfolio. • Implemented Design-to-Value process that accelerated new product innovation time to market by 9 months and doubled attainment rates on new product introductions. • Improved gross margin by 200 bps through selective product exits and footprint optimization. • Led strategic evaluation and business development efforts to generate $100M profitable growth in adjacent markets.

Global business partner for $750M business unit • Delivered two times market growth while expanding operating margins and profitability 75bps through disciplined capital allocation and pricing strategies. • Led 100-person global finance team, including S&OP and pricing functions through transformation, navigating tariff implications through pricing, supply chain mitigations, and aligning financial planning with fast-paced growth objectives. • Championed talent development as Asia Talent Development Committee Leader and FDP (early talent program) Sponsor, building strong leadership pipeline; promoted first-ever local leader as successor. • Strengthened regional influence as Co-Chair of China Business Council, fostering cross-functional collaboration and strategic alignment to produce double-digit growth across total company China business.

Strategic finance business partner for manufacturing and integrated supply chain functions of $2B business unit • Improved gross margin performance by 125bps in a declining market by optimizing manufacturing footprint and supporting strategic product migrations. • Redesigned 80-person finance organization, developing talent and aligning structure to business needs. • Enhanced forecast accuracy to 99.5-102% by streamlining processes around key drivers. • Selected for Finance Leadership Network Cohort, reinforcing leadership in global finance transformation.

Strategic finance business partner for $400M business unit • Led forecasting, budgeting, and performance reviews, introducing market segmentation reporting, unlocking two times market growth in key HVAC, and building controls segments. • Established PAC project rating methodology, ensuring strategic prioritization of investments, accelerating time to market by 6 months, and reducing engineering spend as % of sales by 50bps. • Integrated $50M Solar division, restoring profitability and driving top-line growth through operational and financial restructuring. • Served as Interim General Manager, successfully managing business operations alongside financial leadership responsibilities.

Directed financial and operational management for $200M privately held, 23-store retail and e-commerce chain • Deployed robust weekly cash flow forecasting process, improving working capital $5M, and enhancing overall reporting transparency and accuracy. • Negotiated leases and contracts, saving $3M annual costs. • Executed process improvements across purchasing, warehousing, and logistics to enhance efficiency.

Directed financial management for $100M privately held, multi-entity construction and distribution company • Implemented balance sheet and operational controls to improve working capital $3M, and drive $5M expense reduction. • Led engagements to resolve outstanding IRS and multiple sales tax audits. • Divested unprofitable business, negotiated forbearance agreements, reduced debt by $17M, secured new banking relationship, and revamped corporate legal structure during economic downturn.

Provided financial leadership for $1.25B region of $5B Fortune 500 office products distributor • Doubled profitability for $400M customer growing at 25%+. • Led national credit memo team delivering $1M savings; earned two High Performance Team Awards. • Served as financial lead in union negotiations, delivering all contracts on time and under budget.

Held roles of increasing responsibility for $120M site of $4.2B publicly traded company • Implemented automated sales order entry system, saving 13,000 work hours per month nationwide. • Awarded Rookie of the Year and Manager of the Year for outstanding performance.