Chris Mulhall

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Chief Accounting Officer - Fortive at Fortive

Greater Seattle Area, United States

Overview

Chris is a senior finance executive and the Chief Accounting Officer at Fortive, with deep expertise in P&L management, SEC reporting, and strategic planning. Holding an MBA from the University of Connecticut, he has led teams in SaaS, manufacturing, and services. Colleagues describe him as an outstanding and professional leader.

He serves as the primary management representative to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors at Fortive.

Personality Overview

Believer

Informal

Enthusiastic

They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.  They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt. They are people oriented, friendly and like creating new connections.

Topics They Care About

Financial Strategy
His experience covers P&L management, strategic planning, FP&A, and SEC reporting, showing a deep focus on comprehensive financial leadership and strategy.
Global Team Leadership
He has a track record of leading global finance and IT teams across the Americas, Europe, and Asia at companies like Fortive and Danaher.
Portfolio Transformation
He publicly highlights Fortive's portfolio transformation as a key driver for the company's growth and earnings power.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2019
Chief Accounting Officer - Fortive at Fortive
10-2015 - 10-2019
CFO - Sensing Technologies at Fortive
11-2010 - 9-2015
CFO at Danaher - Jacobs Vehicle Systems
1-2010 - 10-2010
Global Corporate Controller at Cannondale ("Cycling Sports Group")
Finance Director at Rexam

Education

2006 - 2008
MBA from University of Connecticut School of Business
BS from Central Connecticut State University

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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Share some stories about how you you have helped people in similar positions succeed
  • Be friendly and entertaining in your conversation
  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t assume a yes just because they have not said no
  • Avoid ifs and buts, don’t talk too much about the risks etc.
  • Avoid cutting into their flow

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They can accept limited risks, ones that they think will not impact them personally.

You And Chris

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