Colette Lurken
About Colette Lurken
Colette Lurken serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Scanlan International, Inc., where she has worked since 2021. With over 30 years of experience in financial and operational roles, she specializes in financial planning, budgeting, and strategic analysis.
Current Role at Scanlan International
Colette Lurken serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Scanlan International, Inc., a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for developing business and financial strategies that support the design and manufacturing of premium surgical products. Her focus is on optimizing financial operations to drive growth across global organizations.
Previous Experience in Finance
Colette Lurken has over 30 years of experience in various financial, operational, and accounting roles. Prior to her current position, she worked at Scanlan International, Inc. as Finance Manager from 2018 to 2021. Her career includes roles such as Senior Financial Consultant at Travelers, Senior Financial Planning & Analysis at Prime Therapeutics, and Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis at Lawson Software.
Education and Qualifications
Colette Lurken studied at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting and Finance from 1988 to 1995. She completed her secondary education at Park High School in Cottage Grove, MN, starting in 1988.
Expertise in Financial Management
Colette Lurken has a proven record in corporate and operational finance. Her expertise includes financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, business case modeling, strategic analysis, and accounting. This extensive skill set has contributed to her success in various financial roles throughout her career.
Career Milestones
Throughout her career, Colette Lurken has held significant positions in reputable organizations. She worked at Catholic Charities as a Staff Accountant from 1995 to 1998, and later at MillerCoors as a Regional Business Analyst from 2012 to 2013. Her diverse experience across different sectors has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations.