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Resume I - Stephen Mazda
CFO / GM / Business & Financial Consultant
Emerging Businesses / Rapid Growth / Consolidation
While affiliated with two markedly different industries, financial
services and a $50 million, retail furniture chain, received
recognition in CFO magazine, in numerous organization and
association newsletters.
Successfully sold the furniture business for $27 million in a cash
purchase. Real estate holdings of the company were retained by the
shareholders and leased to the new owners. Within financial
services, client list has included Honolulu City Bank, American
Trust Co., Bishop Trust Co., CF&I Steel, One Pass Film & Video,
Straub Hospital, more than 25 law firms and 150 smaller companies,
including VeriFone before they hired their first employee.
Established interagency teaming among agents of financial services
groups that resulted in additional business for all participants.
Consistently provided employees with opportunities for advancement
and shares in profit and equity.
Attended Drexel University and graduated William Penn Charter school
class of ’75. A
frequently sought speaker by company boards and management,
employees and investment groups, providing expertise on profit
sharing, retirement, ESOP leveraged buyouts and risk management.
Exemplary Achievements:
Increasing Revenues 350% in a Highly Competitive Industry -
Provided sound financial management in existing operations and
championed expansions and acquisitions. Restructured supply chain.
Orchestrated generous employee profit sharing. In 8 years, increased
revenues from $14 million to nearly $50 million and almost
quadrupled earnings.
Capitalizing on a New Concept - Recognized the potential
value and marketability of the 401(k) concept in the early stages of
its development. Created a brand and established a strong
competitive advantage. Structured one-third of the first 200 401(k)
plans in the country.
Orchestrating a $23 million ESOP - Having earned respect
among the business community in Hawaii, began to receive more
referrals from the mainland. Selected by CF&I Steel in Colorado to
establish trusteeship of their ESOP. Returned to Hawaii with a
transfer of 2,640,000 shares that initially comprised the ESOP.
Achieving 90% Participation in City Bank's 401(k) Plan - At
the suggestion of two of the bank's Senior VPs met with the Chairman
to discuss a 401(k) for the employees. An earlier effort by the bank
had met with little interest. Developed and presented the plan to
nearly all employees. The Chairman stated, "I highly recommend Steve
Mazda as an educator, communicator and employee benefit plan
specialist."
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