Mike Derringer
About Mike Derringer
Mike Derringer serves as the Area President at FocusCFO, where he has spent 18 years developing financial strategies that support over 500 SMEs in Ohio. His background includes roles in academia and auditing, along with a strong educational foundation in finance and accounting.
Work at FocusCFO
Mike Derringer has served as Area President at FocusCFO since 2006. In this role, he has been instrumental in developing proactive financial strategies that have benefited over 500 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ohio. His leadership has contributed to FocusCFO's strategy of targeting companies with revenues between $2 million and $30 million, focusing on improving cash flow and reducing business risk. Under his guidance, FocusCFO has established itself as a market leader in CFO services for SMEs in the Midwest and Southeast regions. Additionally, he has played a key role in expanding the company's operations across multiple states, including Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
Education and Expertise
Mike Derringer holds an MBA from The Ohio State University, which he completed from 1998 to 2000. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Miami University, studying from 1983 to 1986. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in finance and accounting, which he has applied throughout his career. He has also served as Finance Faculty at the University of Phoenix from 2006 to 2011, where he contributed to the education of future finance professionals in the Columbus, Ohio area.
Background
Before joining FocusCFO, Mike Derringer worked at KPMG in the Audit Department from 1986 to 1990. This experience in a leading global audit firm provided him with valuable insights into financial practices and compliance. His tenure at KPMG laid the groundwork for his future roles in financial strategy and consulting. Following his time at KPMG, he transitioned to academia, where he taught finance at the University of Phoenix before moving into his current role at FocusCFO.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Mike Derringer has played a significant role in enhancing the business value of SMEs in Ohio. His efforts have helped over 500 companies implement financial strategies that improve cash flow and mitigate risks. He has been a key figure in establishing FocusCFO as a leader in CFO services for small and medium-sized enterprises, contributing to the firm's growth and expansion into various states across the Midwest and Southeast regions.