Desy Majo - CFO, Maccaferri

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MaccaferriChief Financial Officer - North America | Board of Director

Sep. 2020Washington DC · HybridOne notable example of my transformative work includes leading a comprehensive financial restructuring project, resulting in significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency. By implementing streamlined processes and leveraging technology, I optimized financial reporting and forecasting capabilities, enabling more informed decision-making across the organization. Moreover, I have played a pivotal role in fostering a culture of financial discipline and accountability, implementing robust controls to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Through my leadership, I have cultivated high-performing finance teams, providing guidance and mentorship to drive professional growth and enhance overall performance. With a proven track record in strategic finance and operations management, I bring comprehensive expertise in planning, operations, financial information, risk management, funding, and building relationships with third parties. Throughout my career, I have held key leadership roles and delivered impactful results. In the realm of planning, I excel at formulating the company's future direction, implementing strategic business plans, and developing financial and tax strategies. I am skilled in managing the capital request and budgeting processes, as well as establishing performance measures and monitoring systems aligned with the company's strategic objectives. As a member of the executive management team, I actively participate in key decisions and maintain strong relationships with all members of the management team. I have successfully managed diverse departments, including accounting, human resources administration, legal, tax, IT and treasury. Maximizing cost-effective employee benefit plans has been a particular focus. In terms of funding, I have a solid foundation in monitoring cash balances and cash forecasts. I have successfully arranged debt financing.

YOOX NET-A-PORTER GROUPHead Of Controlling Operations department

Jun. 2019 - Sep. 2020Bologna Area, ItalyBusiness partner of internal stakeholders, COO/operations director and business unit controllers. In the first two months of my mission has been built up a new controlling team. Direct reporting to Group Cfo and Head of Operation controlling. Supporting of monthly and annual closing; cost controlling and variance analysis (price, volume, store mix impact vs budget and prior year); cost monitoring to spotlight areas to be improved and implement corrective actions across cost driver identification; approver of operation investments and capex monthly monitoring. Actively involved in 3Yp, budgeting, forecast operation process. Key Contributions: ▪ New operation controlling team built ▪ Implemented Group reporting dashboard harmonized to different business unit models, supported by set of KPIs aim at monitoring business performance ▪ New operative processes implemented, coordinating relationship with operation, accounting and Hr teams. ▪ Cost saving initiatives implemented with operation and hr teams

MaccaferriGroup Financial and Business Analyst ( Latam & North America Region)

Apr. 2018 - Jun. 2019Zola Predosa, Emilia-Romagna, ItalyReporting to the Group CFO, I am responsible for directing four Regional CFOs and six Regional Finance Managers providing oversight on financial reports, monthly/quarterly, annual closing processes, monthly/quarterly budget versus actual variance analysis, and legal counsel activities and strategies. Implement and maintain accounting systems, establish controls, and ensure compliant financials according to GAAP standards. Additional accountabilities include analyzing product and project profitability and driving budget forecasts according to organizational timelines. Key Contributions: ▪Monitored financial data trends and economic key figures aimed at securing the financial sustainability of the company. ▪ Supervised and management software and tool development projects utilizing SAP, Tagetik, (Bi), Qlik, and CRM processes. ▪ Supported and collaborated with auditors and external consultants on accounting and budgeting activities of North and South America ▪ Vice North America CFO

Gruppo Industriale MaccaferriGroup Financial & Business Controller Manager

Jan. 2014 - Mar. 2018Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, ItalyWith direct reporting to the Group’s CEO and Board of Directors, I directed financial activities, communicated financial results to executive leadership and shareholders, produced quarterly NFP reports and analyzed and prepared supporting schedules for consolidated annual budgets and forecasts. Tasked with the monitoring of operations in comparison with budget and forecasted plans, I participated in periodic meetings with the group’s leading banks for discussions on economics and financials of each business sector. Key Contributions were: ▪ Implementation of new NFP and Cash Flow reporting ▪ Implementation of short and long-term financial planning for the Group using the Treasury tool Piteco. ▪ Integrated Tagetik with the adopted ERP to form consolidated statutory financial statements. ▪ Spearheading a real estate spin-off in partnership with Lazard and taskforce of corporate bond issuing

MedinBo - health, wellnessExternal Consultant (Start-up)

Jul. 2017 - Dec. 2017Bologna, ItaliaDuring the short time that I worked as external consultant, I trained and shared knowledge with executive shareholders on finance, treasury, and accounting, produced a three-year business plan, and monthly financial reporting with commentary, as well as the implementation of new controlling and cash-flow reporting. Key Contribution: ▪ Established critical relationships with the bank and held periodic meetings with shareholders.

Eridania SadamIndustrial Controller/Analyst

Jan. 2013 - Jan. 2014Bologna, ItaliaAfter starting my career in Auditing and Consulting and achieving several promotions I joined Eridania Sadam as Industrial Control where I was tasked with the implementation of SAP, the control of manufacturing costs, stocking of inventory, monitoring, and analysis of KPIs, bill of materials, and standard values for the evaluation of stock. Supported the Group Controller on the control of investments, review of paybacks, industrial plans, budgets, forecasting, and periodic monthly closures. Key Contributions were: ▪ Analyzed standard and actual cost deviations ▪ Monitoring of production cycles ▪ Consistent interactions with departments on the development of tools.

Baker Tilly InternationalAuditor senior manager

Jan. 2008 - Dec. 2012Bologna, ItaliaPerformed operational and financial audit engagements for major companies in various sectors, nationally and internationally. Coordinated and supervised an audit team of 4/5 along with other project specialists. Conducted financial statements in accordance with IFRS and ITA GAAP procedures, group consolidated financial statements and made projections and long-term financial plans. Implemented risk assessments and created mitigating strategies. Key Contribution: ▪ Displayed knowledge in internal controls, processes, compliance testing, key markets, innovative drivers, business issues, standards and guidelines, regulatory environments and developments, as well as Italian regulation frameworks. ▪ Best customers portfolio: - Food (Enervit S.p.A, Orogel Group, Amadori Group, Volorosso|Winery) - Fashion (Liu Jo S.p.A, Tommy Hilfiger) - NGO (Best clients: Oxfam International, Ant Italia, GVC) - Banks & Finance (Bper |Emil-Ro Factor, Emil Banca, Banco delle Tre Venezie, Coges Finanziaria) - Oil&Gas (ENI Ravenna)

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