Beth Fess
About Beth Fess
Beth Fess serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Belcan, where she has been instrumental in driving strategic growth and enhancing financial reporting since 2016. With over 20 years of experience at LexisNexis in various financial leadership roles, she has a strong background in finance and business administration.
Current Role at Belcan
Beth Fess has served as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Belcan since July 2016. In this role, she leads financial work streams for key acquisitions, contributing to the company's growth and margin enhancement. Fess is part of Belcan's leadership team, where she drives strategic initiatives aimed at improving financial performance. She has established a global finance function that standardizes reporting and metrics, thereby enhancing business insights across the organization.
Previous Experience at LexisNexis
Before joining Belcan, Beth Fess spent over 20 years at LexisNexis, where she held several significant positions. She served as Senior Vice President of Global Finance and was the CFO for various divisions, including the US Corporate & Federal Division and the US Legal Markets. Her tenure at LexisNexis spanned from 2005 to 2015, during which she played a crucial role in financial strategy and operations.
Educational Background
Beth Fess holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Finance from Wright State University, where she studied from 1993 to 1996. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from Bowling Green State University, completing her degree from 1984 to 1988. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her roles in financial leadership.
Leadership and Strategic Contributions
As CFO at Belcan, Beth Fess is responsible for driving strategic growth and margin improvement. Her leadership has been pivotal in establishing a global finance function that enhances operational efficiency and decision-making. Fess's expertise in financial management and strategic planning has contributed to the overall success of Belcan in a competitive market.