CFO, SALAS O’BRIEN
WHY: Has led 20+ merger deals for one of OC’s fastest-growing private firms, including eight for engineering firm in 2022.
IN THE NEWS: Salas O’Brien topped Business Journal’s annual list for fastest-growing companies in the category above $100M, reporting 180% increase for the two-year period ended June 30.
NOTABLE: Named rising star at Business Journal CFO of the Year Awards. Promoted to CFO this year.
QUOTABLE: “We are never going after fixer-uppers. We’re focused on high-performing firms that have an engaged leadership team with a track record of success.”