Michaela Whitener
About Michaela Whitener
Michaela Whitener serves as the Finance & Trade Compliance Director at Poly, bringing extensive experience in finance and compliance from her previous roles at West Marine and First Data Corporation. She has a strong background in process improvement and internal controls, and she resides in Santa Cruz, California.
Current Role at Poly
Michaela Whitener serves as the Finance & Trade Compliance Director at Poly, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she has implemented a system of internal controls over financial reporting to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Her responsibilities include overseeing financial compliance and trade regulations, contributing to the organization's overall financial integrity.
Previous Experience at West Marine
Michaela Whitener has extensive experience at West Marine, where she worked in various financial roles from 2000 to 2017. She began as a Senior Financial Analyst, then advanced to Senior Manager of Internal Audit, and later served as Senior Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis. Her tenure at West Marine provided her with a solid foundation in financial management and internal controls.
Experience at First Data Corporation
Before her time at West Marine, Michaela Whitener worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at First Data Corporation from 2006 to 2008. This role allowed her to develop her analytical skills and gain experience in the payment processing industry, further enhancing her financial expertise.
Educational Background
Michaela Whitener studied at Colorado Christian University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a Business Minor from 1993 to 1998. She later attended the University of Colorado Denver for one year from 2007 to 2008, where she expanded her knowledge in finance and accounting.
Diverse Industry Experience
Michaela Whitener has a diverse background in accounting, finance, audit, and operations across multiple industries, including manufacturing, retail, payment processing, and durable medical equipment. This varied experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of financial processes and compliance requirements.