Chris Belknap

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Chief Financial Officer at Integral Consulting Inc.

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, United States

Overview

Chris is a finance executive with over 20 years of experience, specializing in PE portfolio companies, M&A execution, and strategic financial management. A Certified Public Accountant and graduate of Texas A&M University, he has a proven record of improving operations and maximizing profitability for professional services firms.

Outside of his professional role, Chris is deeply committed to community service. He serves as the Vice President and Treasurer on the Board of Directors for the Jubilee Park & Community Center in Dallas, an organization dedicated to improving lives and strengthening the local community.

He was recognized by the Dallas Business Journal as a CFO of the Year Honoree in 2022 and was also a finalist for the award in 2017.

Personality Overview

Unexpressive

Late Adopter

Tough To Convince

They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time.  They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end. They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much.

Topics They Care About

PE Portfolio Growth
His experience spans the full private equity lifecycle, from initial recapitalization to successful exit, focusing on aggressive growth and M&A strategies.
Community Engagement
Serves as Vice President & Treasurer on the board for Jubilee Park & Community Center, actively supporting community-led transformation in Southeast Dallas.
Operational Finance
His expertise extends beyond traditional accounting to include operational oversight of IT, Legal, and HR to drive holistic business improvements.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

4-2023
Chief Financial Officer at Integral Consulting Inc.
12-2015 - 4-2023
Chief Financial Officer at BBG Inc.
8-2014 - 12-2015
Vice President, Finance & Corporate Controller at Ryan
1-2008 - 8-2014
Controller at Haynes and Boone, LLP
12-2004 - 1-2008
Assistant Controller & Financial Consultant at Haynes and Boone, LLP

Education

1995 - 1998
BBA from Texas A&M University
2002 - 2003
MS from University of North Texas

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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision
  • Be firm in your communication and stay in control
  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.

DONT's

  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly
  • Avoid getting into storytelling mode, especially when they ask specific questions

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Proof of usage by others in the industry, case studies showing ROI are likely to work the best with them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They are some of the slowest movers and take their time reaching decisions.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They have very low acceptance of risk even if they do not say it directly.

You And Chris

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