Elite Speaker Series with Jeff Vogelsang

Jeff Vogelsang has been advising middle market companies on strategic initiatives, profitability improvements, capital structure, mergers and acquisitions and operational performance improvements for over ten years. He has been instrumental in leading turnaround engagements in a broad spectrum of industries including steel forgings, plastic injection molding, information technology, commercial printing and packaging, printing equipment manufacturing, sporting goods manufacturing, direct marketing, licensed apparel design and manufacturing, automotive manufacturing and numerous distribution operations.

Mr. Vogelsang has extensive experience in working with privately held companies and in understanding the special complexities and emotional issues involved in the turnaround of such situations. Jeff has the unique skill of being able to quickly assess the situation, determine the actions needed and lead the existing ownership and management team through implementation. He has been instrumental throughout his career in helping companies raise the necessary funds to grow their businesses. He has also worked extensively on third-party sales of businesses, management buyouts, and ESOP’s.

In September 2003, Mr. Vogelsang and his partner Michael Barto were presented with the “Turnaround of the Year” award from the Chicago/Midwest Chapter of the Turnaround Management Association. Selected by a panel of distinguished peers, the award recognizes the tremendous turnaround of an unprofitable material handling manufacturer which is now achieving operating income levels of 20%.

Mr. Vogelsang has a bachelor’s degree in Finance from Northern Illinois University and a Masters of Accountancy from the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee. Both degrees were awarded Magna cum Laude. He passed the CPA exam in 1995, received his Certified Insolvency & Restructuring Advisor (CIRA) designation in 2002 and a Certified Turnaround Professional (CTP) designation in 2005.