Bill Osterhout brings more than 30 years experience in building companies from concept to exit. As a financial expert and entrepreneur, Bill has worked in a wide range of businesses, from co-founder of a restaurant chain, to CFO of a chemical manufacturer.
HOUSTON, Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bill Osterhout brings more than 30 years experience in building companies from concept to exit. As a financial expert and entrepreneur, Bill has worked in a wide range of businesses, from co-founder of a restaurant chain, to CFO of a chemical manufacturer.
Like a racing sailor, Bill knows how to help steer a business clear of shoals, then set the financial sails just right to beat the competition. He's always on the lookout for good crew, and understands the importance of balancing short-term priorities with long-term goals. Indeed, Bill enjoys guiding diverse teams on the journey to build, acquire, merge, or sell.
"Bill lends vcfo's clients his first-hand experience founding, acquiring, and selling a wide range of high-growth companies," said Ken Dorward, Austin Managing Director of vcfo. "vcfo's mantra is making companies stronger. Bill's expertise reflects our clients' aims perfectly."
Prior to joining vcfo, Bill was CEO or CFO for companies in energy, specialty chemicals, manufacturing, and hospitality. He often guided programs to enhance business performance and reporting, and negotiated terms with bankers, private equity investors, vendors, and partners.
Other career highlights include co-founding Saltgrass Steakhouse Restaurants, growing the chain to 28 stores at an annualized unit volume of $4.2 million. Bill implemented systems that placed the company into the top ten percent of the hospitality industry in terms of financial returns, guest satisfaction, and employee loyalty.
Of joining vcfo's team, Bill says, "Given vcfo's terrific reputation for fractional CFO, finance, and HR services, I cannot tell you how excited I am! I always see myself as the guide, helping leaders attract talent, find capital, and determine the next step. I am looking forward to the challenge of working with the wide range of clients vcfo attracts."
Bill has an BBA in accounting from the University of Houston.
About vcfo
vcfo is a professional services firm offering a customized team model to assist companies with finance, HR, and transaction advisory services. As trusted advisors to the CEO and management team, vcfo provides expert guidance and assistance to help solve the most complex operational business issues. vcfo utilizes industry best practices and proven methodologies, enabling business leaders to focus on driving objectives and growth plans. Since 1996, vcfo has supported more than 6,000 clients nationwide. For more information, please visit vcfo.com.
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