Abed Abdo
About Abed Abdo
Abed Abdo is the Chief Financial Officer at Organic Valley, having previously held CFO positions at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC and Abbott. He has extensive experience in finance across various regions and industries, recognized for his achievements in margin expansion and fundraising.
Current Role at Organic Valley
Abed Abdo serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Organic Valley, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring financial stability and strategic growth. His extensive background in finance positions him to contribute effectively to the organization’s objectives.
Previous Experience at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC
Abed Abdo worked as Chief Financial Officer at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC from 2019 to 2022. During his tenure, he played a key role in financial management and strategic planning, contributing to the organization’s fundraising efforts, which included achieving a historic milestone of raising $2 billion in cash for a single cause.
Finance Leadership at Abbott
Abed Abdo held multiple finance leadership roles at Abbott from 1998 to 2017. His positions included Division CFO for Abbott Molecular, where he drove a margin expansion of 1,100 basis points in two years. He also served as Area Finance Director for Latin America, where he doubled sales and tripled margin by 2,000 basis points over three years.
Education and Qualifications
Abed Abdo earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business Administration from the University of Jordan, studying from 1988 to 1991. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in finance and management across various industries.
Career Background and Achievements
Abed Abdo has over two decades of experience in finance, having worked in various roles across multiple regions, including the Middle East, Europe, and North America. He is known for transforming finance functions to align with business strategies and has received multiple president's awards for his outstanding achievements throughout his career.