Anna O'nan, Cpa
About Anna O'nan, Cpa
Anna O'nan is the Chief Financial Officer at Baker Hill, where she focuses on growing EBITDA and enhancing enterprise value for private equity investors. With extensive experience in finance and accounting across various organizations, she has held leadership roles at BioStorage Technologies and Azenta Life Sciences, and has been recognized as a top honoree in the Indianapolis Business Journal's CFO of the Year program.
Current Role at Baker Hill
Anna O'nan serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Baker Hill, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing financial operations, including Human Resources and Legal/Contracting. Her focus is on growing EBITDA and enhancing the overall value of the enterprise for private equity investors. She has contributed to the company's strategic direction and financial management, leveraging her extensive experience in finance.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to her current role, Anna O'nan held several positions at BioStorage Technologies, Inc. She served as Vice President of Global Finance and Corporate Services from 2013 to 2016, and as Senior Director of Finance and Accounting from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, she was the Director of Finance and Accounting from 2010 to 2011. Her experience also includes roles at Azenta Life Sciences, where she was CFO for BioStorage Technologies and Global Head of Strategic Accounts.
Education and Professional Credentials
Anna O'nan graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Southwestern Oklahoma State University, where she studied from 1993 to 1996. She has been a licensed CPA since 2000, demonstrating her commitment to maintaining high standards in financial practices and accounting.
Leadership and Governance Roles
In addition to her corporate responsibilities, Anna O'nan is actively involved in governance through her role as a Board Member and Head of the Governance Committee at Pass the Torch for Women Foundation since 2016. She is also a member of the Executive Committee, contributing to the foundation's mission and strategic initiatives.
Achievements in Financial Management
Anna O'nan executed a full-scale merger and acquisition in 2023, transitioning the ownership from one private equity firm to another. She has led finance and corporate support teams through global expansions and post-acquisition integrations, showcasing her expertise in establishing global locations in the US, Europe, China, and Singapore. In 2020, she was recognized as a Top Honoree in the Indianapolis Business Journal's CFO of the Year program.