Matthew Paul

Experience

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  McGladrey

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2005

  Senior Associate

  Planned and executed assurance engagements using McGladrey & Pullen audit methodology and supervised multiple member audit teams. Provided assurance services to clients in the agriculture, manufacturing, real estate, construction, financial services and health care industries. Supervised audits of public and private companies providing high levels of performance and productivity. Successfully managed and coordinated multiple engagements and audit staffs while continuing to meet client reporting deadlines. Show less

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  BCC Advisers

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2008

  Financial Analyst

  Provided business valuation, merger and acquisition, and consulting services to clients in the agriculture, manufacturing, real estate, banking, and multiple other industries. Provided financial, marketing and negotiating support for a variety of buy and sell-side M&A engagements. Delivered purchase price allocation reports to clients for financial reporting in accordance with FASB 141. Assisted clients evaluating investment opportunities in start-up and venture capital companies.

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  John Deere Financial

  Jan 2008 - Mar 2010

  Senior Financial Analyst - Renewable Energy Division

  Led analysis and support for a broad range of financial and business decisions to meet a growing division's short and long term business objectives. Managed financial model supporting business development and investment decisions. Involved in strategic review of critical model assumptions and financial metrics used for evaluating investment opportunities. Provided senior management with a detailed review of all operating projects highlighting potential areas for economic and operational improvement. Show less

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  Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc

  Mar 2010 - Feb 2013

  Key contributor on PROaccess Leadership and Integration Teams furthering the business strategy to bring Pioneer seed genetics to additional acres in the U.S. through distribution agreements and company acquisitions. Provided leadership and influenced key operating decisions for seven Pioneer owned affiliate companies and two leading independent seed companies making up the PROaccess Business Unit. Managed executive analysis reports highlighting business issues, potential risks and profit opportunities. Oversaw negotiations and reviewed business contracts focusing on profitability and implementation. Led financial analysis and scenario planning for all major PROaccess brand decisions (product advancement/retirement, pricing, customer programs, demand planning, and risk management). * PROaccess Genetics is the business strategy to bring Pioneer-sourced seed genetics to more acres in the U.S. through a network of distributions agreements and company acquisitions. Show less Member of the Western Business Unit Management Team supporting product pricing, customer programs, demand planning, and risk management. Provided leadership and support for all major Business Unit strategic and operating decisions working cross-functionally with team leaders. Implemented and managed detailed financial models and analytical tools to facilitate business analysis and short-term and long-term business plans. Reduced cost of goods sold by implementing product level costing and production reliability into advancement decisions working closely with supply and production leads. Show less

  • Senior Finance Manager - PROaccess Business Unit

    Jan 2012 - Feb 2013

  • Finance Manager Western Business Unit

    Mar 2010 - Jan 2012
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  DuPont Pioneer

  Mar 2013 - Jul 2015

  Senior Marketing Manager - Pricing, Planning, & Customer Connections

  Served on multiple cross-functional project teams including DuPont Pioneer Margin Enhancement Team and DuPont Marketing Excellence Team. Lead strategic marketing initiatives focusing on pricing strategy, value capture, and direct marketing. Drove overall pricing strategy and alignment utilizing best pricing practices focused on value capture. Oversaw projects evaluating market trends and survey results to identify areas of opportunity to stimulate business and revenue growth.

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  AgVenture Inc.

  Aug 2015 - Aug 2018

  General Manager

  General Manager overseeing all management and functional responsibilities for AgVenture, Inc., a Dow DuPont affiliate of the Multi-Channel Seed business unit. AgVenture is the nation's largest network of independently owned regional seed companies.Redefined AgVenture culture working as a team to develop clearly defined initiatives, supporting tactics, responsibilities for all key functions and setting expectations and measurable goals to deliver profitable growth. Provided business direction across all critical AgVenture functions including marketing, finance, supply, production, product and agronomy, and sales. Developed AgVenture brand and marketing message focusing on AgVenture key differentiators in the marketplace and launched a new brand campaign in 2018. Implemented value based pricing and program structure for our Regional Seed Company customers focused on growth and return on investment. Successfully relocated AgVenture corporate headquarters from Kentland, IN to Johnston, IA retaining key employees and delivered growth in operations during the transition. Show less

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  MP Consulting Solutions

  Aug 2018 - now

  President

  Customized Solutions to Profitably Grow Your Business and Plan for Your FutureI started MP Consulting Solutions with the objective of helping small to mid-sized businesses grow profitably and plan for their future. I conduct business with a passion for helping and providing meaningful insights and solutions. My diverse background and experience provides a unique perspective to partner with you to create a customized business plan to meet your needs. You get a partner who is passionate about making a meaningful impact for your business. I want to help people and organizations capitalize on their core strengths and focus on opportunities for improvement. I believe consulting should be a partnership focused on meaningful and measurable results, not billable hours.www.mpconsultingsolutions.com Show less

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  United Services Association

  Aug 2019 - now

  Chief Executive Officer

  United Services Association is an agricultural based association whose members are agricultural cooperatives and retail entities providing services and inputs to farmers, ranchers and livestock producers. The Association provides value to its members through various service offerings. Through the collaborative needs and efforts of the members, the Association provides services and products that individual members are unable to cost effectively procure, implement or obtain. Product services include procurement of agricultural inputs, risk management services, human resources services and management services. Show less