Mike has more than 20 years’ experience in providing accounting, advisory, human capital, ERP system design/integration and human capital solutions. He is a Partner at Conexus, an Interim Solutions and Executive Search firm specialized in the areas of Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, and Information Technology. Mike was a Founding Partner of Irvine based Citadel CFO. In 2020, Citadel merged with Conexus, an Executive Search firm based in Los Angeles. The merger has turned Conexus into one of the largest and fastest growing recruitment firms in Southern California. With offices in Irvine, El Segundo, and Pasadena, Conexus provides human capital solutions to clients in a multitude of industries located throughout the SoCal region.
Prior to Citadel and Conexus, Mike founded, scaled, and sold multiple professional services firms:
He founded Spinnaker Financial Resources, which provided public and private companies with interim CFO, Controller, and direct hire accounting resources. The company was acquired by Tatum LLC, a national consultancy firm, and he played a lead role in growing their California presence to include offices in San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.
Next, Mike was a co-founder of Beacon Resources, which was named by the Orange County Business Journal as one of the fastest growing consulting companies in Orange County for four years in a row. Beacon was acquired by Gryphon Investors/DLC.
After Beacon was acquired, Mike co-founded Tactical Cloud, which grew to the fastest growing cloud ERP NetSuite partner in Southern California. Tactical Cloud was acquired by Eide Bailly, a top 20 CPA firm and the largest NetSuite provider in the company.
Mike is a former CPA who began his professional career in the Entrepreneurial Services Group of Ernst & Young, assisting an array of businesses from start-ups to mature public companies in audits and SEC reporting.
Mike received his BS degree with a concentration in accounting from Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo. He serves on the Ernst & Young alumni board of directors and is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Matt has over 16 years of Executive Staffing Leadership and Recruitment Experience. Prior to Conexus, Matt served as co-founder and partner for Citadel CFO, helping clients and candidates find the right match for their strategic business hiring needs and career path objectives. Having started his career placing interim and interim-to-hire CPAs and MBAs and degreed accounting and finance professionals, Matt then shifted to placing direct hire finance and accounting professionals and passive candidates at the Manager, Director, VP, and C-Levels.
Prior to Co-Founding Citadel, Matt managed both direct hire and interim practices for large human capital companies where he served as branch manager, practice director and managing director all within the Finance and Accounting Staffing space. In addition, Matt spent the prior eight years before starting Citadel CFO as Director of Business Development for Beacon Resources, serving as a key member in helping the company grow from a start-up to one of Orange County’s fastest-growing companies for five years in a row according to the Orange County Business Journal.
Matt graduated from Washington State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Edward R. Murrow School of Communication. He resides in Newport Beach, CA with his wife and two sons.
Sean began his career as a CPA in the Audit practice at Deloitte, working in Detroit and Moscow before moving to Los Angeles to work for the Walt Disney Company. He transitioned into Executive Recruiting in 1999, originally working for a national firm where he became the Regional Manager for Southern California, leading search practices in Los Angeles and Orange County. He spent nearly 10 years as a Founding Partner of a Los Angeles based Finance and Accounting search firm. Sean built a successful practice, trusted by clients in a multitude of industries throughout Southern California. He founded Conexus in January 2012 with the vision of building a new firm whose model is ideally suited to meet the variety of challenges faced by his clients.
Since 1999, Sean has completed more than 1,000 searches within Finance, Accounting, Audit, and Tax, as well as Executive level roles in Banking and a variety of corporate functions (such as HR, Compliance, and Legal). Fortune 500 companies, small and mid-cap public companies, private equity portfolio companies, and emerging middle-market organizations have called upon Sean to find talent ranging from experienced staff to C-level executives. Sean’s industry experience includes Asset Management, Banking, Consumer Products, Healthcare Manufacturing and Distribution, Media and Entertainment, Professional Services, Real Estate, Retail, Software and Technology, and more.
Known for his energetic work style, a passion for client service, and an ability to solve complex problems, Sean has consistently been a top producer while maintaining a reputation for quality results. As a former CPA, Sean performs a thorough assessment of each candidate’s technical and soft skills to match them to the appropriate roles and environments. As a result, nearly 100% of Sean’s clients have used him for multiple assignments.
Sean holds a B.A. in Economics and Management from Albion College. He resides in San Marino, CA with his wife and three sons.
Becky has dedicated her career of 20+ years to developing effective solutions for Talent Development and Recruiting. She served as a strategic business partner in Corporate Talent Acquisition roles in the entertainment industry, as well as gaining valuable experience across multiple industries with a national staffing firm. Her passion lies with ensuring that people find the right role to make the most meaningful impact on their organization.
Prior to joining Conexus, Becky spent 11 years running DreamWorks Animation’s Corporate Recruiting team, where she was regarded as a consultative partner offering a customer focused approach to bringing top-tier talent to her clients. Her largest client groups included Human Resources, Business Affairs, Facilities, Finance, Accounting, and Marketing. During her tenure at DreamWorks Animation, she gained experience developing systems, reporting, and analytics to build best practices and support business success and growth. She worked closely with her HR Business Partners, Compensation, HRIS and Benefits teams, building a strong understanding of the power of a well-defined Human Resources Organization.
Becky’s experience at DreamWorks coupled with 10 years in the contingent staffing industry fueled her desire to build the Human Resources Practice with Conexus.
Becky holds a B.A. in Communication and a minor in Psychology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Marty McKeever, co-founder and partner of Logis, has been serving clients in the Southern California marketplace with top accounting and finance resources since 2003.
Prior to co-founding Logis, Marty spent 17 years as the Managing Director for the Orange County practice of the DLC Group while also supporting the LA and San Francisco practices. It was there that he developed a passion for effectively matching the challenging needs of his clients with qualified consulting and direct hire resources. His ability to substantially grow the business allowed the company to be recapitalized twice with private equity sponsors during his tenure.
Preceding his career in consulting and recruiting, Marty worked in accounting and finance for some of Orange County’s largest companies including, Capital Group, Disney, and Fluor Corporation. Marty’s industry experience allows him to clearly understand the needs of his clients and to provide the best fit resources.
Marty holds an MBA from Pepperdine University, and Bachelor of Science degree from Cal Poly Pomona, where he double majored in accounting and finance.
In his free time, Marty, and his wife Susan, love to ski and spend time in Mammoth with their three kids.
After beginning his career in Audit and Consulting with Deloitte’s Minneapolis and Orange County offices, Mike entered the Executive Recruiting industry in 2000. Prior to joining Conexus, he worked for more than 10 years in one of Los Angeles’ leading Executive Search firms. As a Director, Mike focused on both retained and contingent search. Mike’s industry experience includes Media and Entertainment, Technology, Retail, Manufacturing, Consumer Products, Real Estate, and Financial Services. Mike has successfully completed hundreds of searches that commonly include: SVP and VP Finance, Controller, Assistant Controller, Finance Director, Finance Manager, Accounting Manager, Senior Financial Analyst, Senior Accountant, and leadership roles in Human Resources and other corporate functions.
Known as a trusted business partner for companies from mature start-up to Fortune 500, Mike brings a common sense approach and insightful business acumen. Mike has an exceptional ability to assess client hiring needs and then identify and attract relevant candidates. His reputation for dedicated effort and high ethical standards has earned him a loyal following from both clients and candidates.
Mike holds a B.S. in Business with a concentration in Finance from the University of Minnesota. He resides in South Pasadena, CA with his wife and two children.
Ryan Milne, partner of Conexus, has been committed to the enhancement of careers of CPA’s and MBA’s since 2006. Prior to joining he founded Logis in 2020 which was acquired by Conexus in 2023.
Prior to this Ryan was the Managing Director of Beacon Resources and created a powerhouse recruiting team while focusing on developing business as their top producer from 2011 to 2020. During his tenure he was a focal point of the interim services build out growing the practice from 5 to 70 active consultants. During this near decade long run, Beacon was sold twice, once to the Private Equity firm Gryphon Investors in 2014 and again in 2019 to Odyssey Investment Partners.
Ryan started his financial staffing career with Accounting Principals of MPS Group for five years, where he helped grow the internal team from 3 to 13, while navigating a successful merger with Ajilon. Ryan holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from California State University Fullerton and practiced as a CPA for 2 years while serving in the public accounting ranks.
Jill Primm, partner of Conexus, has over 18 years of accounting and finance experience in public, private, non-profit, and consulting across various industries. She began her career at Deloitte & Touche in Orange County, CA, as part of the audit group, serving primarily consumer business and technology clients. After public accounting, Jill accelerated in multiple accounting roles for publicly traded companies at Electric Visual Evolution, Wet Seal, Skilled Healthcare, and CareTrust REIT. She also had her own consulting business, providing SEC reporting, technical accounting, interim solutions, operational efficiency improvement, and other services in various industries for private, public, and non-profit organizations.
Jill earned an M.A. in Leadership at Wheaton College and a B.S. in Accounting and Finance from Chapman University. While at Chapman, Jill was instrumental in the softball team's run in the College World Series and was honored as First Team All-American. She is a California Certified Public Accountant and resides in South Orange County with her husband and two children. Jill is also an active volunteer and serves on the Board of Directors for The Well Community for Women in San Diego and her local youth softball league.
Steve Primm, partner of Conexus, has over 21 years of accounting and finance experience in public, private, and consulting across a variety of industries. He began his career at Deloitte & Touche in Orange County, CA as part of the audit group, he spent the majority of his time in the consumer business, financial, and technology industries. After public accounting, Steve held progressive accounting and finance roles at Apria Healthcare, Ensign Services (ENSG), and most recently as the Chief Accounting Officer at NVision Eye Centers. He also had his own consulting business providing technical accounting, interim solutions, operational efficiency improvement, and other services in a variety of industries for private, public, and private-equity-backed organizations. Steve holds a bachelor of science in Accounting and Finance from Chapman University and is a California Certified Public Accountant (Active).
Steve also actively volunteers for several non-profits and serves on the board of directors for STEAM Educational Foundation. He resides in South Orange County with his wife and two children.
Robert leads the Los Angeles Interim Solutions practice at Conexus. In addition to partnering directly with clients and consultants, he manages a best-in-class team of business development and recruitment professionals.
Robert began his recruiting career in 2014 after working as an audio engineer for music, film & TV. In his first role at a global staffing firm, Robert built out a startup accounting & finance division from scratch, growing the practice across Los Angeles. He later joined a regional accounting & finance recruiting firm, where he was the top producer in Los Angeles for consulting, more than tripling his output year-over-year.
Supporting middle-market to Fortune 500 companies across a variety of industries, Robert has built a reputation for identifying elite talent at a moment’s notice. His clients depend on him for critical projects, including financial reporting, software implementations, staff augmentation, mergers & acquisitions support, employee leaves of absence, resignation backfills, and more. His consultant network spans from CFOs to Senior and Management-level accounting & finance professionals, ensuring he has a resource with the right technical expertise and soft skills to suit any hiring need. Robert’s detail-oriented approach has resulted in hundreds of successful placements, with many consultants converting to permanent employees at the conclusion of their projects.
Robert holds a B.S. in Recording Arts from the Jacobs School of Music and a Certificate in Business Foundations from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. He and his wife reside in Los Angeles, CA.
Alessandro Cozzi brings more than 20 years of experience across finance, accounting, M&A, corporate strategy, and Artificial Intelligence. He specializes in interim and permanent placements across Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, and Technology, partnering closely with clients to deliver high-impact talent aligned with their business objectives.
Prior to joining Conexus, Alessandro was Director at Korn Ferry, where he opened and built the Utah and West Coast interim and temporary consulting practice from the ground up, placing senior-level finance and accounting leaders across a wide range of initiatives, including AI and technology-driven transformations.
Earlier in his career, Alessandro held senior corporate development and M&A leadership roles with global organizations and Private Equity investors, supporting $6B+ in growth and value creation across the U.S. and Europe. He began his career at Deloitte, progressing from audit into transaction advisory and M&A. Alessandro resides in Salt Lake City with his wife and daughter.
Since 2014, David Erickson has specialized in placing CFOs and senior financial executives for private equity–backed and middle-market organizations navigating scale, transformation, and value-creation initiatives. He brings more than a decade of experience delivering high-impact finance leaders across PE portfolio companies, sponsor-backed platforms, and complex operating environments.
Prior to joining Conexus, David led a national CFO search practice at StevenDouglas, partnering closely with private equity sponsors and portfolio company leadership teams to execute retained, high-touch searches. His work supported transactions, carve-outs, integrations, and growth mandates across healthcare, industrials, business services, consumer, and technology sectors.
Beyond CFO placements, David helps clients build best-in-class finance organizations, recruiting across FP&A, controllership, financial reporting, corporate development & M&A, treasury, tax, and investor relations. His deep understanding of private equity operating models enables him to identify leaders who operate with urgency, accountability, and alignment with sponsors.
At Conexus, David focuses on building scalable finance and accounting talent solutions that support both investment and operating teams focused on the Office of the CFO. He is known for his relationship-driven, advisory approach and commitment to delivering durable placements that drive enterprise performance.
A former student-athlete at the University of Connecticut, David earned a double major in Political Science and Sociology. He was a two-time captain of UConn’s varsity baseball team, played in the Cape Cod Baseball League, and was drafted by the San Diego Padres in 2009. He lives in Stratford, CT with his wife and son.
With over 17 years of dedicated expertise in the field of technical recruitment, Erin is a seasoned professional known for her competitive spirit and unwavering drive to connect top-tier talent with leading organizations. Based in Orange County, she has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results in the ever-evolving landscape of technology and innovation.
Erin’s journey in the world of recruitment began with a solid foundation in athletics, as she played Division 1 softball at the University of Minnesota. This experience instilled in her the values of teamwork, discipline, and determination, qualities that she seamlessly transferred to her professional career. Erin completed her degree at the University of Southern California, where she honed her strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Throughout Erin’s extensive career, she has successfully navigated the dynamic tech industry, staying at the forefront of emerging trends and technologies. Her ability to understand the intricacies of various technical domains allows her to identify and match candidates with roles that perfectly align with their skills and aspirations.
Andre's professional journey began in finance and strategy, working with esteemed organizations such as GE Capital, Dreamworks, and Sony. He began executive recruiting in 2000, specializing in retained search within one of Los Angeles' prominent executive search firms. With a focus on media, entertainment, and financial services, Andre excelled in connecting top talent with executive-level opportunities.
In 2008, he founded a startup healthcare company, which he successfully exited after 15 years. In 2023, Andre joined Conexus, where he continues to leverage his expertise in executive-level searches within media, entertainment, and financial services.
Holding a BS in Finance from Howard University, Andre currently resides in Atlanta, where he indulges in his passions for golf, podcasting, and writing.
Brian spent the first 5 years of his career at a global recruiting firm where he led their Los Angeles team and he was also one of the firm’s top producers. While partnering with a broad range of companies, from Fortune 500 to start-ups and across industries, Brian specialized in placing VP to Staff level Finance and Accounting professionals on an interim and interim-to-hire basis. Brian’s time leading a team of seven in Los Angeles has given him a strong understanding of the local accounting and finance market, as well as a strong and growing network of top tier accounting and finance professionals.
Brian’s colleagues, clients, and consultants know him as a trusted business partner who puts relationships and people first. He takes a hardworking and solutions-oriented approach, which has resulted in his clients and consultants choosing to partner with him on multiple engagements.
Brian graduated from Fresno State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. Brian was a member of the Fresno State football team and started at Quarterback in 2014.
Dan was born in South Africa and moved the U.S. when he was seven. He serves as a Director of Business Development and Recruiting with a laser focus on growing Conexus in the San Diego market and beyond. Dan has been instrumental in building accounting and finance teams since 2019, forging strong partnerships with a diverse array of public, private, and PE-backed companies across various industries.
Dan’s career began in IT Advisory at KPMG, where he primarily served the healthcare and consumer services industries. He later joined Deloitte, working in their Strategy practice, supporting clients through large-scale transformations. Before joining Conexus, Dan held a leadership position with a prominent PE-backed recruiting and professional services firm in San Diego, where he excelled in connecting organizations with top-tier accounting and finance talent for interim and permanent roles.
Dan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Information Systems from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. In his free time, Dan enjoys all things health & fitness, exploring San Diego’s food scene, and sharing adventures with his soon to be wife and their chocolate lab.
Since 2006, Chris has been helping companies build strong Accounting and Finance teams through thoughtful, consultative recruiting. Known for his relationship-first approach, Chris partners closely with clients to truly understand their business, culture, and long-term goals — not just the open role in front of them.
Before joining Conexus, Chris spent 19 years at a New York based Accounting and Finance recruiting firm where he launched and scaled the California office. He works with organizations ranging from fast-growing startups to private equity-backed and publicly traded companies, placing talent from Senior Accountants through CFOs. Clients value his ability to bring real market insight to the table — from compensation trends to hiring strategy — while delivering a smooth, well-managed experience for both candidates and hiring teams.
Chris’s career began at PwC in New York, where he worked in Financial Advisory Services on complex, high-profile engagements. That foundation gives him a deeper understanding of the roles he recruits for and allows him to speak the same language as the candidates and leaders he partners with today.
A Penn State graduate with a degree in Finance, Chris combines business acumen, recruiting expertise, and a genuinely human approach to search. He’s passionate about making the right match — for the company, the role, and the person — and believes the best recruiting outcomes come from trust, transparency, and long-term partnership.
Chris resides in San Diego with his wife and three children.
After graduating from University of Connecticut with a double major in Economics and Psychology, Thomas became an Investment Advisor and served MetLife’s Institutional clients in a fiduciary capacity. While there he dove into company valuations which drove his desire to gain more real world experience building a company, and joined a Series A SaaS start-up called FloQast as the 30th employee.
At FloQast, Thomas partnered with over 1,000 CFOs, Corporate Controllers, and VPs of Accounting and Finance of Public, Pre-IPO, and PE/VC backed organizations to improve the speed and accuracy of the month-end close and audit by leveraging their close management and compliance software. He went on to build FloQast’s Alliances with Oracle NetSuite, Sage Intacct, and Microsoft ecosystems where he created a large network made up of the top independent accounting, finance, and ERP consultants across the country.
After FloQast’s received a $1.2billion valuation during their Series D round, Thomas realized it was time for his next challenge. He now serves as a leader in our Interim Accounting and Finance team where he is once again partnering with CFOs and accounting and finance leaders to provide real time consulting solutions.
He enjoys spending time with his family, surfing Southern California beaches, traveling the world, and meeting new people.
Kathy brings over 25 years of experience in Accounting & Finance to the team at Conexus. She has held positions with private and public companies in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Having worked as an Accounting Consultant herself in Southern California, she has an in-depth understanding of our industry and best practices. She joined Conexus in March 2022 and manages all General Accounting, A/R, A/P, and Reporting.
Her expertise in general accounting, complex reconciliations, corporate restructurings, and financial software applications has proven to be a great asset. She also has extensive experience with ERP software conversion and systems implementations. With a focus on efficiency and customer service, she has proven herself an invaluable resource to our Clients, Candidates, and internal team.
Kathy enjoys spending time with her family including her 2 adult sons and 2 grandchildren. Her favorite hobby is teaching mixed media art journaling at a local outreach center.
Hayley is a driven individual whose passion for working with people was evident from the moment she pursued her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at San Jose State University. She embarked on her recruiting career at a global recruiting firm, where she focused on technology professionals. In 2023, Hayley joined Conexus’ accounting & finance practice.
Hayley's commitment to fostering meaningful connections shines through her interpersonal skills and attributes, ensuring that every candidate finds the perfect fit. Her passion, intellect, attention to detail, and infectious personality come together to make her an outstanding accounting & finance recruiter.
Currently residing in Orange County, she enjoys spending time with family, traveling to new places, and taking exercise classes.
Vanessa is an exceptional professional who brings a perfect blend of warmth and expertise to her work. With a diverse background in Fitness and Recruiting, she possesses a deep passion for what she does. Before joining Conexus, Vanessa dedicated five years to the Fitness Industry, where she thrived as a Personal Trainer and Fitness Manager.
Driven by her desire to empower others, Vanessa made the decision to pursue a Master's in Organizational Leadership, paving the way for a transition into the dynamic field of Human Resources. Since joining Conexus in 2021, Vanessa has been an invaluable asset to the Human Resources Practice, focusing her efforts on recruiting top-tier HR and TA talent in Southern California. Vanessa's unique combination of Fitness expertise and educational background equips her with the remarkable ability to motivate and coach her candidates. She understands the importance of guiding individuals towards making the right career decisions. In her interactions, Vanessa upholds values such as transparency, honesty, and kindness, as she genuinely aims to make a positive impact on the lives of her candidates.
Brandon Kuring is a seasoned executive search leader with a strong track record advising private equity-backed companies, Fortune 1000 organizations, venture-backed and growth-stage businesses on critical leadership hires. As Managing Director at Conexus, he focuses on building high-impact talent solutions across the Office of the CFO, CHRO, and CPO, as well as Private Equity Operating Partners, partnering closely with sponsors and executive teams to secure transformational leadership talent.
Brandon has over a decade of experience across executive search and talent advisory. He began his career at RMG, where he specialized in placing senior financial leaders across private equity and growth-oriented businesses. He then founded Hybrid Partners, a boutique recruitment firm focused on placing senior leaders within venture- and private equity-backed companies. Prior to joining Conexus, Brandon served at PierceGray, where he executed retained C-suite and functional leadership searches, helping clients scale through targeted team buildouts.
Brandon holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from Quinnipiac University and resides in Fairfield County with his wife, kids, and dog.
Meredith has over 14 years’ experience in Information Technology specializing in providing customized IT talent development and recruiting solutions for medium-to-Fortune 500 companies. As a strategic business partner that truly knows her clients, Meredith specializes in placing executive level IT leaders as well as consultants in the areas of: Data Engineering, Cloud Applications, Application Programming, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, and Information Security.
Meredith’s process provides value to her clients by first discovering their goals/needs and then, leveraging her extensive network and relationships, to deliver the individuals that are both a technical and cultural fit to their organizations. Her clients always know that she will be fair and transparent in her support of their initiatives and will bring all resources to bear to ensure they have the talent they need.
Prior to joining Conexus, Meredith spent most of her career at a global IT recruiting firm where she led their Orange County, CA team and was consistently within the firms top 5% producers, year over year. While being a leader in both production and team development, she earned numerous awards and recognitions including the company’s Top Sales Producers and Resiliency Award. It was during her time there that she learned that relationships are based on trust and follow-through, that listening and understanding the client’s objectives are paramount, and how to utilize market data analytics to proactively help solve her client’s needs.
Meredith holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from The University of Arizona and a Master of Arts in Communication Studies with emphasis in Conflict Dispute Resolution & Negotiation.
Sara Madden is a dynamic individual who has been an integral part of our Conexus team for three years, contributing her profound expertise in Accounting, Finance, and Executive Search. She is a cherished member of our workforce and a significant driving force behind our success.
Sara's responsibilities at Conexus extend beyond the usual realm, encompassing both identifying and recruiting unique talent as well as spearheading business development initiatives to secure new clientele. She has a remarkable ability to spot exceptional Accounting and Finance professionals, a skill that has resulted in successful placements in Managerial positions and higher across a wide range of industries. Her performance consistently surpasses our client's expectations.
Before her journey with Conexus, Sara served at Moss Adams, a well-respected public accounting firm, where she acquired valuable knowledge and insights. As part of the Business Risk department, Sara honed her auditing skills, focusing on internal audits and compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) for a varied clientele, both public and private.
Sara is a proud alumna of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where she earned her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, specializing in Accounting. This robust academic background has equipped her with a thorough understanding of the domain and a deep knowledge of accounting principles.
Priya oversees the Accounting, Finance & HR department at Conexus. She has 12 years of experience in Accounting and Finance, beginning her career in the Assurance Practice at Ernst & Young.
From there, she has spent her career as Controller in the Technology, Consumer Packaged Goods, and Professional Services Industries. She has built the Accounting and Finance teams from the ground up for start-ups, early-stage, and $200M+ companies. Priya has supported several start-up companies as a Fractional CFO. She has been involved in Seed and Series fundraising, Acquisitions, and Post-Acquisition transitions.
Priya holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting & Finance and a Master of Science in Accounting from the Kelley School of Business, Indiana University - Bloomington. She's an inactive Certified Public Accountant. Priya is also the Founder & CEO of You Again, a Superfood products company sold nationally online and in retail stores.
Hope is a driven and accomplished professional with a diverse background in audit, recruiting, and finance. She kick-started her career in the Audit practice at EY in Irvine, CA, where she honed her skills and obtained her CPA license in December 2021, which she actively maintains. With a focus on the Real Estate and Healthcare industries, Hope's time in public accounting equipped her with valuable expertise and a keen eye for detail.
Throughout her tenure as a member of various audit teams, Hope had the privilege of collaborating with top executives, conducting meticulous financial analysis, and ensuring strict compliance with accounting standards. Her commitment to excellence led her to continuously study and stay up-to-date with industry trends, embracing new accounting and finance policies. This hands-on experience proved invaluable as she transitioned into her role as a Recruiter for Accounting and Finance Professionals at Conexus in 2022.
Hope's dedication to her craft extends beyond her professional pursuits. Armed with a Bachelor of Accountancy and a Bachelor of Business Administration – Finance from The University of San Diego, she possesses a strong academic foundation. Her qualifications, combined with her passion for forging meaningful connections between talented professionals and their ideal career opportunities, make her a true asset to both individuals and organizations within the finance and accounting sector.
With Hope's expertise and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact, she is eager to facilitate mutually beneficial partnerships that drive success and growth in the finance and accounting industry.
Lubo Popov brings over 20 years of experience in the IT staffing industry, building a career defined by genuine relationships, integrity, and a passion for connecting top talent with the right opportunities. A proud graduate of the University of California, Santa Barbara, Lubo’s journey into staffing began unexpectedly but quickly evolved into a fulfilling and successful career.
Throughout his tenure, Lubo has worked with companies of various sizes and approaches, honing his ability to adapt and deliver personalized solutions. His focus has always remained on creating meaningful partnerships—helping businesses find the perfect fit while guiding candidates to roles that align with their skills and aspirations.
Known for his transparent and client-focused approach, Lubo has cultivated deep relationships with premier candidates and top companies across the U.S. His commitment to providing exceptional service has earned him the trust and respect of clients and peers alike.
Outside of work, Lubo is an avid mountain biker, backpacker, and craft beer enthusiast. He also enjoys spending quality time with his family and passionately supports Liverpool FC, the LA Kings, and the LA Dodgers.
Shoshana began her career at EY, where she earned her CPA and developed a strong technical foundation in accounting and finance. As an auditor, Shoshana partnered closely with her clients, and realized her passion for building relationships within the office of the CFO. After public accounting, she transitioned into sales at a leading software company, helping accounting teams streamline their financial operations and compliance processes.
At Conexus, Shoshana plays a pivotal role in connecting middle-market and Fortune 500 clients with top-tier interim accounting and finance talent. Her approach is deeply aligned with Conexus’s commitment to quality and client success, as she brings a collaborative and ethical mindset to every search.
Shoshana holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, with a double concentration in Accounting and Finance from Cal State San Bernardino.
In her free time, Shoshana loves to travel the world and learn about different places and cultures.
David has more than eight years of accounting & finance focused search experience in the Greater Los Angeles market. In addition to his success in executive search, David possesses extensive experience in recruiting candidates for Interim Solutions and Consulting projects. His keen ability to identify skilled financial talent, coupled with his extensive network of accounting & finance professionals, have benefited his clients who range from startups to Fortune 500 companies across a multitude of industries in Southern California.
David started his accounting and finance recruiting career with one of the largest privately-held staffing firms in the nation. He left there as the most tenured Southern California team member to launch the Los Angeles division of the successful boutique firm, Beacon Resources. David partnered with clients for both interim and permanent placements and led his division in consulting-generated revenue for four consecutive years. His efforts grew the Los Angeles office to become the highest producing operation at Beacon Resources, and he was selected to open their 2nd Los Angeles office in early 2018. David’s contributions greatly bolstered the organization’s market presence, resulting in its sale to Addison Group in 2019.
David graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. He and his wife recently welcomed their second child in Fall of 2020.
Megan is an accomplished professional with a proven track record in accounting and finance recruitment, business development, and strategic hiring solutions. With over 9 years of experience in the field, Megan brings extensive expertise to every client and candidate interaction.
Megan's journey in the world of recruiting began in 2014, following her return home from studying abroad in Australia. During the first seven years of her career, she excelled at a global recruiting firm, where she took charge of the Orange County Finance and Accounting team, establishing herself as one of the firm's top producers. As a finance and accounting recruiter, Megan consistently showcased her talent for identifying top-notch professionals and forging successful connections between candidates and organizations. Her exceptional track record in recruitment, complemented by her strong interpersonal skills, laid a solid foundation for her ongoing success in client services.
Driven by her commitment to professional growth and continuous learning, Megan has always kept herself updated with industry trends and best practices. By staying abreast of the latest knowledge and insights, she ensures she is equipped to provide strategic value to her clients. Megan's dedication to excellence and her passion for delivering exceptional client experiences have earned her the reputation of a trusted advisor and a valuable asset to the Conexus team. Megan holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Development from California State University, Fullerton. Currently residing in Orange County with her husband and two children, she finds joy and fulfillment in both her personal and professional pursuits
Danny began his career in public accounting at EY, initially in the Johannesburg office for 3 years, followed by 6 years in the Los Angeles office, where he reached the rank of Audit Manager. In 2018, Danny moved to a CPG company to be the Controller, building out the accounting department from the ground up. He remained in that position for 4 years before joining Conexus in 2022.
Danny brings a wealth of on-the-ground experience in accounting, giving him an excellent understanding of clients’ and candidates’ needs. In his time at Conexus, Danny has leveraged his technical expertise and unique perspective to become a highly trusted resource.
Danny holds a Bachelor of Accounting Science as well as a Higher Diploma in Accounting from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. He is a Chartered Accountant in South Africa and an active CPA in California.
Heather Staudenbaur has built a distinguished career in the recruiting industry, showcasing a strong commitment to empowering both human resources and accounting & finance professionals. Currently serving as the Executive Director of Recruiting at Conexus, she focuses on advancing careers within the human resources sector.
Heather's career trajectory highlights her contributions and achievements across various roles. She played a pivotal role in a private equity-backed accounting and finance recruiting firm, where she significantly contributed to its growth and success as a top producer. Her expertise centered on interim services and cultivating robust client relationships, underscoring her strategic impact in the firm's expansion.
Prior to recruiting, Heather began her professional journey as an Executive Assistant to a CEO in San Francisco's competitive medical device sector. Her experience expanded when she was recruited to Southern California by a global Fortune 500 recruiting firm. In this capacity, she was instrumental in expanding the firm's operations in Orange County, showcasing her leadership and business development skills.
Heather holds a bachelor’s degree from San Jose State University, further solidifying her academic foundation in conjunction with her extensive professional experience. Throughout her career, Heather has remained dedicated to empowering both clients and candidates, driven by a profound passion for the recruiting industry. Her journey exemplifies a commitment to excellence and a strategic vision for advancing careers and organizational growth within human resources.
Kristy has spent the past 18+ years providing IT Talent Solutions to her clients across Southern California. She has worked closely with Executives and CIO’s to help attract and retain top IT Talent. Previously at the largest IT Staffing Provider, she brings a solid history of expertise to help lead the Information Technology Team at Conexus, now one of the fastest growing recruitment teams in Southern CA.
Kristy is an accomplished IT Recruiting Leader with a history of driving revenue growth, expanding market share, and delivering exceptional customer experiences across a variety of industries. A Transformational Leader with a background in Infrastructure, Security, Cloud, Data Analytics and Application Development with a proven reputation for helping customers build high performance teams. She is an innovator with expertise in all sales disciplines, including strategic planning, C-level selling, product/service development, and sales enablement. She is characterized as a relationship builder who establishes rapport with C-Suite clients, works cross-functionally to achieve results, and influences at all levels. She is a dynamic leader who guides teams empathetically, builds employee capabilities, and creates high-performance cultures.
Kristy received her BA degree in Sociology from the University of California, Los Angeles. She holds an active AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification. She resides in South Orange County.
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