Published: 11/14/2024
(Akron, Ohio) November 14, 2024 — Smithers, a leading provider of testing, consulting, information, and compliance services, recently appointed Brian Spitz as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
As CFO of Smithers, Spitz is responsible for overseeing the global financial and legal operations, leading initiatives to improve financial efficiency and supporting Smithers strategic growth objectives.
With over twenty years of executive experience, Spitz brings a growth-oriented mindset and a wealth of expertise in financial management and strategic planning. His insights and guidance have been instrumental in various board roles, where he provided valuable financial direction.
“With a proven track record in driving financial growth, optimizing operations, and fostering innovation, Brian is well-equipped to lead our financial strategy as we continue to scale and deliver on our brand promise to provide our clients with accurate data, on time with high touch,” states Mike Hochschwender, Chief Executive Officer, Smithers.
Spitz holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, an MBA from Baldwin Wallace University, and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
For more information about Smithers, please visit https://www.smithers.com/
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About Smithers:
Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Akron, Ohio, Smithers is a multinational provider of testing, consulting, information, and compliance services. With laboratories and operations in North America, Europe, and Asia, Smithers supports customers in the transportation, life science, packaging, materials, components, consumer, cannabis, dry commodities, and energy industries. Smithers delivers accurate data, on time, with high touch, by integrating science, technology, and business expertise, so customers can innovate with confidence.
