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Ashley Honeyman is the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer at Consero Global, where she oversees all financial strategy, operations, product, and client success to ensure that Consero continues to deliver unmatched value.

Honeyman brings over 15 years of experience leading private equity- and venture capital-backed companies. Her experience leading global finance teams gives her a unique perspective on what clients truly value: accuracy, speed, insight, and trust, making her exceptionally well-suited to guide Consero’s product strategy and delivery organization.

Her priorities for Consero include strengthen the link between execution, product innovation, and client outcomes, scaling AI-driven solutions that deliver faster, more efficient outcomes for clients, and strengthening the company’s position as the trusted choice for CFOs looking to modernize their finance departments.

“I like to say that ‘strategy without finance is poetry, and finance without strategy is accounting.’ I’m excited to be in a position to help more financial leaders bridge the gap between the two with the best tools and insights to push their companies forward.”

As a former Consero client, Honeyman brings unique, firsthand experience with Consero’s value proposition. “Consero did in months what would have taken me years. In my first year in the finance seat at my company, Consero enabled me to do purchase accounting for two acquisitions, modernize the financial tech stack for three companies, complete two cash-to-accrual transitions and complete the combined company’s first audit.”

Honeyman joined Consero after successful tenures at ROR Partners and RafterOne (formerly PixelMEDIA), where her leadership as CFO was instrumental in scaling financial operations, integrating acquisitions, and modernizing the finance tech stack.

She holds an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management and a BS in Business and BS in Math from the University of Vermont.

Sam joined the Firm in March 2019, as a Senior Associate.  Prior to joining BV, he was a Senior Associate at Pamplona Capital Management and an Associate in the Investment Banking Division at Deutsche Bank.  Sam earned his B.A. in Physics and Mathematical Sciences from Colby College in 2011 and his B.E. in Engineering Sciences with a concentration in Mechanical Engineering from Dartmouth College in 2012.

A dynamic and accomplished leader with a keen eye for detail and a talent for strategic foresight, Sarah is dedicated to unlocking the power of her team to ensure organizational success. As a high-energy, dedicated leader, Sarah excels at engaging individuals and motivating teams to reach their full potential.

Her commitment to excellence has consistently driven both organic and new business growth. Sarah is passionate about delivering innovative solutions that foster financial performance and enhance quality and efficiency. Her forward-thinking approach allows her to envision long-term outcomes and make well-informed decisions through careful analysis and planning.

Sarah's goal is to cultivate a culture of trust and innovation, inspiring all stakeholders to align with the organization's vision and collaboratively achieve exceptional results.

Dave MacKeen Jr. has held leadership positions within the Technology Staffing industry for over two decades, including the roles of CFO and president, prior to becoming CEO of Eliassen Group in 2010. During his tenure as CEO, Dave has spearheaded tremendous company growth, working in collaboration with his team and utilizing a combination of organic and acquisitive tactics and strategies to stay aligned with changing staffing industry dynamics. Under Dave’s leadership, Eliassen Group has completed its third private equity partnership, with the most recent being Stone Point Capital, positioning Eliassen Group to transformational growth as a leading national strategic consulting and talent solutions firm.

While at Eliassen Group, Dave has enjoyed significant achievements at the regional and national level, including the following:

• Recognition from the Boston Business Journal as 2021’s Citizens Middle Market Executive of the Year
• Staffing Industry Analysts' annual Staffing 100 North America list for seven consecutive years and nine times overall. In 2022, SIA welcomed Dave into the Staffing 100 Hall of Fame

Additionally, Dave serves on several boards including the Bentley Executive Club, Endicott College Board of Advisors, the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, Van Noy Valor Foundation and Saint John’s Prep Trustee Associate .