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Background and Expertise

ABOUT CHRIS

Chris founded Hartshorn Financial Consulting in 2022 with the mission to help solve businesses' financial problems. His experience uniquely positions him to course-correct companies of all sizes and levels of maturity by establishing a trusted financial foundation. He's had the honor of helping dozens of organizations frame their future for success.


  • 20+ years of finance and operations experience
  • Graduated from San Diego State University in 2004 with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting 
  • Was a member of SDSU baseball team
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Six years at Ernst & Young (EY) as an Auditor
  • During two years with Wholesale Capital Corporation (WCC), managed 15 loan officers generating $400M+ in single and multi-family loan originations
  • During 8-year tenure with TMA Systems, served as both the COO and CEO, growing the company's revenue by 40%

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tESTIMONIALS

Michael Basch CEO, Atento Capital

Matt Gregoire CEO, Access Optics

Matt Gregoire CEO, Access Optics

 "Working with Chris has been a game-changer for our firm. As a fractional CFO, Chris brings an unparalleled depth of expertise in accounting and finance, making him a consistent and invaluable resource for our early-stage investments. His senior-level experience and unique skill set, honed through successfully operating a SaaS business to a significant exit, sets him apart as a resource. Chris has been the backbone of our portfolio companies at critical junctures, showcasing his ability to seamlessly integrate strategic financial management with hands-on operational support. He is truly a well-rounded professional, and we highly recommend his services to any organization seeking top-tier financial leadership." 

Matt Gregoire CEO, Access Optics

Matt Gregoire CEO, Access Optics

Matt Gregoire CEO, Access Optics

 "Chris has been an invaluable asset to our company as a fractional CFO, demonstrating unparalleled expertise in financial management. He guided us through some challenging financial times during a senior management transition, identified and resolved critical issues within our legacy financials, and served as a trusted resource with our board of directors. His strategic focus on cost-saving measures and professional budgeting/forecasting processes has been instrumental in optimizing our operations with transparency in communicating to our external stakeholders, while also providing invaluable training to our staff. We highly recommend Chris for his exceptional skill set and unwavering dedication to our financial success." 

Cindy Belardo CEO, sunny

Matt Gregoire CEO, Access Optics

Cindy Belardo CEO, sunny

  

"Calm, grounded, and incredibly knowledgeable, Chris's impact on me and our company is immeasurable. His adeptness in financial management, fundraising, and overall strategic analysis has been invaluable. What sets Chris apart is his respectful approach to collaboration, which has empowered me as a leader. I am immensely grateful for his role in steering us towards success."

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