Case Study - Zeta Places CFO in 6 Weeks

Client

When a $2B global leader in fire and life safety solutions was carved out by a top private equity firm, they faced a critical inflection point: stabilize the business, build a world-class leadership team, and chart a bold path for growth. With a legacy of iconic brands and a mission to protect people and property across the globe, the company needed a strategic, operational CFO who could guide the business through transformation — and beyond.

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Challenge

The carve-out demanded more than technical financial expertise — it required a CFO with private equity savvy, operational leadership, and the ability to partner across the organization while building the finance function from the ground up. The timeline was urgent, the stakes were high, and the cultural fit had to be exact.

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Solution

By partnering closely with the CEO, CHRO, and PE leadership, Zeta Consulting gained a deep understanding of the company’s DNA and future vision. Through an intensive targeted national search blending a trusted network with precision headhunting, Zeta quickly surfaced top finance leaders with proven success in carve-out, operational transformation, and PE experience. Two focused shortlists led to a slate of candidates aligned not only with the technical needs but also with the company’s values, energy, and growth goals.

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Result

In  just  six  weeks  from  kickoff  to  accepted  offer,  Zeta Consulting successfully placed the company's new CFO in their Palm Beach Gardens, FL location. The CFO is now leading  the  financial  transformation, strengthening infrastructure, and accelerating the next phase of value creation. Our client praised the quality of the process, speed, precision, and  strategic  impact—another  successful placement at a pivotal moment!

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