Brigitte Lazarko CPA, CA

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VP, Controller at Grubhub

United States

Overview

Brigitte Lazarko is an award-winning finance executive, currently serving as VP, Controller at Grubhub. A Chartered Accountant, she has a proven track record of leading large finance teams of over 35 people at companies like SkipTheDishes, specializing in financial reporting, operations, and governance. She received the Early Achievement Award from CPA Manitoba.

Outside of work, Brigitte is a passionate advocate for mental health and womens rights, having co-founded a womens leadership group at a previous company. She is an active community volunteer, serving on the board of the Fort Garry Womens Resource Centre and volunteering for financial literacy programs.

In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with her husband and their two Shih Tzu-mix dogs, Ash and Lila.

Personality Overview

Assertive

Curious

Value Driven

They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.  They are generally good communicators and can be hard to convince. They often ask many questions and rely heavily on information and documentation.

Topics They Care About

Finance Transformation
Her current priorities include migrating financial systems, leveraging AI for automation, and driving efficiencies to prepare for IPO readiness with Wonder.
Team Development
As a self-described "Team Builder, " she focuses on developing talent by providing stretch opportunities and encouraging cross-departmental experience to foster growth.
Women in Leadership
She is a passionate advocate for women's rights and co-founded 'Women @ GWL, ' a group dedicated to fostering female leadership at Great-West Life.

Media Appearances

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Work History

12-2024
VP, Controller at Grubhub
5-2024 - 12-2024
VP, North American Controller at SkipTheDishes
8-2023 - 6-2024
Senior Director, Corporate Finance at SkipTheDishes
9-2020 - 10-2023
Corporate Controller at SkipTheDishes
8-2017 - 9-2020
Senior Director Finance at GWL Realty Advisors

Education

2007 - 2009
Chartered Accountant Designation from CA School of Business
2000 - 2007
Bachelor of Arts from University of Manitoba

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Exp : 12 Location : United States Job Level : Senior Designation : VP, Controller at Grubhub
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Insights For Selling To Brigitte

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Build rapport, it will come handy to handle hard questions later
  • Share testimonials from known people and give multiple examples of product value
  • Invite them for a social do but don’t rely solely on the relationship

DONT's

  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Brigitte is

  • Clear proof of product value matters to them, followed by others' testimonials and rapport.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Brigitte

  • They are practical and friendly, don't expect a clear-cut response often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Brigitte move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can Brigitte take some risk or not?

  • They systematically evaluate all decisions and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Brigitte

Personality Compatibility


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