FOUNDATION
  • Accounting Systems
  • Cash Flow Processes
  • Advisor Coordination
HEALTH
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Production & Operations
  • Banking & Capital
GROWTH
  • Strategic Financial Planning
  • Risk Assessments
  • Revenue
  • Operating Rhythm
VALUE
  • Succession or Exit Planning
  • Readiness & Attractiveness
  • Price/Multiple

West Michigan

At FocusCFO, we're committed to fueling the growth and prosperity of small businesses and entrepreneurs. Our specialized fractional CFO services empower enterprises across West Michigan, a region renowned for its diverse business landscape and global impact. From automotive and aerospace to office furniture and agribusiness, we're here to help you achieve your goals and cultivate sustainable, transferable business value in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, The Shoreline, and beyond.

REGIONS
THE SHERPAS

Area Presidents

Jeff Farrington

  • West Michigan
  • Detroit Metro

Jeff Farrington

CFOs

Tom Jontz

  • West Michigan

Tom Jontz

Julie Payovich

  • West Michigan

Julie Payovich

Jay Lyons

  • West Michigan

Jay Lyons

Dennis Klein

  • West Michigan

Dennis Klein

Interested in joining the FocusCFO team in West Michigan?

Fractional CFO Services in West Michigan

Fractional CFO Services for Businesses in West Michigan, including:

Local teams are available to serve your business in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas, including: 

  • Grand Rapids

  • Kalamazoo

  • The Shoreline

  • Lansing

  • Kentwood

  • Battle Creek
  • Muskegon
  • Portage
  • Holland
  • St. Joseph

Don’t see your area on the map? Contact us to learn about your options. Depending on your area, Fractional CFO service options may include: fully onsite, fully remote, or hybrid engagements.

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Local Community Involvement

From education and mentorship to community giving -  FocusCFO supports the community and helps to keep business local in the West Michigan region.
  • SBAM (Small Business Association of Michigan) – Leadership Council
  • Vistage – Trusted Advisor
  • 100 Businesses That Care, West Michigan
  • Grand Rapids Economic Club
  • Exit Planning Association
 

Fractional CFO Services
in West Michigan

Unlock the full potential of your business with FocusCFO's tailored fractional CFO services, designed for small and medium-sized enterprises in West Michigan. Our experienced CFOs, armed with decades of insight, partner with you to ensure financial precision, operational excellence, and a path to success. Embrace growth opportunities as we enhance cash flow management, optimize profitability through efficiency gains, and streamline financial analysis in the diverse industries that define West Michigan - from automotive and aerospace to office furniture and agribusiness.

Achieve Financial Mastery:

  • Manage cash flow effectively
  • Enhance profitability by trimming waste and boosting efficiency
  • Streamline financial analysis and reporting
  • Attain Financial Flexibility

Our fractional CFO model introduces elite talent to businesses of all sizes. Experience the prowess of a CFO without traditional commitments. Our dedicated experts, who resonate with our mission of small and medium-sized business empowerment, collaborate closely with you to devise a customized solution aligned with your distinct aspirations. Embrace the transformation today.

Insights

Insights
2024 Sherpa Awards
Insights
2024 Core Value Awards Recipients
Insights
The Great Fractionalization Might Be Coming to Your C-Suite
Insights
Why Budgeting Matters More Than Ever in 2025
Insights
Nail Your 2025 Forecast: 5 Ways to Align Sales and Budgeting
Insights
The Hidden Benefits of Exit Planning Early
Insights
Budgeting for Success in 2025: A Comprehensive Guide
Exit Planning
8 Value Drivers to Prepare Your Business for a Successful Exit
Insights
Remembering Richard LaValla
Insights
Mastering Cash Flow in 2025: Why Your Budget Needs a 13-Week Rolling Forecast
Insights
The Art of Communication and Storytelling in Financial Leadership
5 Questions a CFO Can Answer for Your Business – Financial Strategy & Planning Edition
Insights
What’s Your Number? A Guide to Building Transferable Business Value
From Unsolicited Offer to Successful Sale: The Power of an Exit-Ready Advisory Team
Success
How FocusCFO Helped One Consulting Firm Go from Crisis to Acquisition
Exit Planning
Why Your Exit Planning Process Needs a Fractional CFO
The Opportunity Cost of Not Hiring a CFO
Insights
How Leading KPIs Can Help Keep Your Business On Track
Can AI Replace a CFO?
Sources of Funding for Nonprofits in 2024
Podcasts
Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Spotlight: Dan Keck talks about Fractional CFOs
Insights
The Power of Better Data: How the Right Forecasts Fuel Better Business Decisions
Guides
Navigating the Shrinking Young Labor Pool
podcast
@Work Podcast:
Success
How a Fractional CFO Helped PrecisionPoint Achieve a Successful Exit
Maximizing Cash Flow: A Small Business Success Story
Podcasts
The Future is Fractional: The Growth of Fractional CFOs in SMBs
Insights
What Does a NonProfit CFO Do?
Podcasts
From Numbers-Driven to People-Focused: Area President Mike Derringer Shares His Career Journey on the Inspired Stories Podcast
Success
Watershed Distillery: Toast to a Successful Exit with FocusCFO
Insights
FocusCFO Heads to the 2024 EPI Summit!
Success
Jax Kar Wash: Accelerating Exit, Securing Legacy
Exit Planning
Exit Planning: Synchronizing Dual-Track Financial Planning
Podcasts
How Fractional CFOs Play a Crucial Role in Helping SMBs Grow
2023 Core Value Awards
Podcasts
Navigating Economic Landscapes: How Economics Insights Empower Better Decision Making
News & Associates
2023 Sherpa Awards
Insights
2023 Fundraiser | ALS Association
Insights
How a Data-Driven Approach Can Help You Make the Most of the 2024 Recession
Insights
FocusCFO Begins a Strategic Partnership with Exit Planning Institute
Podcasts
Demystifying the Role of the CFO in Exit Planning
Insights
Turning Economic Adversity into Business Opportunity: A Guide for SMBs
Columbus Metro
In Memory of Pat Lang
Insights
A Practical Guide to Navigating Unexpected Offers for Your Business
Success
Brookes & Henderson Building Co. Testimonial
Insights
Highlights from the 2023 FocusCFO All-Hands Meeting
Success
Metro Signs & Lighting Testimonial
Insights
Associate Spotlight: Michael Stier
Insights
Unleashing Growth: Mastering the Art of Scaling Your Business
Insights
What It Means to Be a Trusted Advisor
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GET IN TOUCH

Financial freedom starts with a simple conversation.

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Let’s start with a conversation about your challenges and vision to see if we are a fit for each other.
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A complimentary half-day assessment: A CFO will sit down with you to explore further, assess fit and need, and chart a path forward.
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Let's get to work: your CFO will work closely with you and your team to set priorities, deliverables, and execute the plan.
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Reach new heights⁠—with a trusted guide at your side, climbing to greater health, growth, and value.