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Austin Cook, CPA

Energizer · DISC type I
Chief Financial Officer at Schurz Communications
📍 Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Austin Cook is the Chief Financial Officer at Schurz Communications, leveraging over a decade of experience in corporate finance and accounting. A CPA and CMA, he is known for his expertise in financial strategy, M&A, and driving growth, particularly within the cloud technology sector. His leadership is described as having initiative, drive, and a supportive mindset.

Outside of his financial duties, Austin is a devoted husband and father who enjoys spending time with his family. He is also a keen golfer, though he humorously admits to spending some time off the fairway. His commitment to mentorship is evident from his past role as an adjunct professor at his alma mater.

He previously shared his expertise with the next generation as an Adjunct Professor of accounting at Concordia University Ann Arbor.

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Experience
11 Years
Current Role
Chief Financial Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Personality Overview

How Austin shows up

Informal
Relationship Oriented
Believer

They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships. They are really good at seeing what the long-term impacts of their decisions could be. They are always positive and upbeat, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.

Priorities

Topics Austin cares about

Financial Strategy
As CFO, he oversees the entire financial strategy and operations for Schurz, directing all aspects of the company's finance organization and working on strategic projects.
Cloud Technology
Previously served as CFO for Schurz's cloud business, OTAVA, and has stated excitement for the company's focus on broadband and cloud technology for future growth.
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Career

Work history

9-2024
Chief Financial Officer
Schurz Communications
4-2024 - 9-2024
Chief Financial Officer - Cloud Division
Schurz Communications
4-2022 - 4-2024
VP, Finance - Cloud Division
Schurz Communications
2-2018 - 5-2020
Adjunct Professor
Concordia University Ann Arbor
2-2017 - 7-2019
Controller
ForeSee
In the press

Media appearances

Schurz Communications Appoints Austin Cook as Chief Financial Officer. Featured in GlobeNewswire
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Schurz Communications Appoints Austin Cook as Chief Financial Officer. Featured in Yahoo Finance
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Education
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Liberty University
B.B.A.
Concordia University Ann Arbor
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

Influence (I) reflects the degree to which a person prefers to work by influencing or persuading others. Those scoring high tend to be people oriented, motivated by social recognition and building relationships.

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