At vcfo, our executive team is dedicated to making companies stronger by providing unparalleled expertise in finance, operations, and human resources. We pride ourselves on understanding the unique needs of businesses at every stage of development and growth.
Our leaders are committed to guiding your company toward operational excellence and strategic success.
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Our Leadership Team
At vcfo, our executive team is dedicated to making companies stronger by providing unparalleled expertise in finance, operations, and human resources. We pride ourselves on understanding the unique needs of businesses at every stage of development and growth.
Our leaders are committed to guiding your company toward operational excellence and strategic success.
Meet the Leadership Team
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Ellen wood
Chief Executive Officer
Ellen is the driving force behind vcfo, celebrating 25 years leading the firm to new heights. With her visionary leadership, vcfo has supported over 6,000 clients, delivering exceptional financial and operational expertise. Ellen’s dedication to client success is the foundation of our firm.
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Darrell Tesmer
Chief Compliance Officer & Executive Vice President
Since joining vcfo in 1997, Darrell has been a cornerstone of our corporate governance. As Chief Compliance Officer and Executive Vice President, he oversees corporate HR and IT, ensuring seamless operations. His extensive experience as a former Consulting CFO adds immense value to our clients.
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Mike Wilfley
Chief Operating Officer & Executive Vice President
With over 25 years of executive experience, Mike excels at building robust teams and executing complex strategies. As our Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, he ensures vcfo’s operations are optimized for strategic efficiency and effectiveness across various industries.
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Donna Zinsmeyer
Vice President, Operations
Donna brings more than three decades of extensive experience in finance, accounting, and operational leadership to the role of Vice President of Operations. Since joining the team in 2014, Donna has been instrumental in driving organizational efficiency and aligning staff development with market trends and best practices.
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Carter Freeman
Vice President, Western Region
Carter is the Vice President for vcfo’s Western Region. An accomplished professional with more than 30 years of senior-level financial and accounting experience, Carter embraces new situations, establishes trust and develops workable game plans. To produce results, Carter leads his clients through their challenges by assessing a set of circumstances and “cutting to the chase.”
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Dustin Williamson
Managing Director, Houston
Dustin Williamson is a results-focused financial and management professional with over 25 years of experience. As the Managing Director of vcfo’s Houston market, he mentors and empowers our team of financial and human resources consultants, spearheads our quality program, and drives strategic growth in the area.
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Ashford Chancelor
Practice Manager, Dallas, Consulting CFO
Ashford leads vcfo Dallas with a blend of financial acumen and modern software solutions. His forward-thinking approach connects with cutting-edge businesses, helping our clients develop robust financial strategies.
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Elbert Johnson
Practice Manager, Consulting CFO
Elbert Johnson is a senior finance professional with nearly three decades of experience in financial reporting and analysis, banking and credit relationships, treasury-cash management, profit improvement, budgeting and forecasting, and e-commerce across multiple industries.
Christine Roach
HR Consulting Team Lead
Christine is a human resource professional dedicated to connecting with her clients. Christine’s ability to foster a communicative and collaborative relationship with her clients is something that has helped drive success throughout her career.
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Lisa Bebee
Marketing Director
Lisa Bebee is a seasoned marketing and communications professional with over 20 years of account management, program management, and creative leadership expertise. Since joining vcfo, Lisa has been instrumental in elevating the firm’s marketing strategy, driving brand awareness, and enhancing client engagement.
Patrick Herrington
Senior Corporate Recruiter
Patrick Herrington is a results-driven talent acquisition leader with a decade of full-cycle recruiting and client development expertise across corporate and agency landscapes. At vcfo, he has played a pivotal role in transforming the firm’s talent strategy—driving change management initiatives, optimizing hiring processes, and elevating the candidate experience. Patrick’s passion for building high-performing teams and aligning talent with business objectives makes him a strategic force in executive recruitment.
Meet the Leadership Team
More about me
Ellen wood
Chief Executive Officer
Ellen is the driving force behind vcfo, celebrating 25 years leading the firm to new heights. With her visionary leadership, vcfo has supported over 6,000 clients, delivering exceptional financial and operational expertise. Ellen’s dedication to client success is the foundation of our firm.
More about me
Darrell Tesmer
Chief Compliance Officer & Executive Vice President
Since joining vcfo in 1997, Darrell has been a cornerstone of our corporate governance. As Chief Compliance Officer and Executive Vice President, he oversees corporate HR and IT, ensuring seamless operations. His extensive experience as a former Consulting CFO adds immense value to our clients.
More about me
Mike Wilfley
Chief Operating Officer & Executive Vice President
With over 25 years of executive experience, Mike excels at building robust teams and executing complex strategies. As our Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, he ensures vcfo’s operations are optimized for strategic efficiency and effectiveness across various industries.
More about me
Donna Zinsmeyer
Vice President, Operations
Donna brings more than three decades of extensive experience in finance, accounting, and operational leadership to the role of Vice President of Operations. Since joining the team in 2014, Donna has been instrumental in driving organizational efficiency and aligning staff development with market trends and best practices.
More about me
Carter Freeman
Vice President, Western Region
Carter is the Vice President for vcfo’s Western Region. An accomplished professional with more than 30 years of senior-level financial and accounting experience, Carter embraces new situations, establishes trust and develops workable game plans. To produce results, Carter leads his clients through their challenges by assessing a set of circumstances and “cutting to the chase.”
More about me
Ken Dorward
Managing Director, Austin
Ken’s 25 years of experience building profitable teams and systems are invaluable to vcfo. His data-driven, action-oriented approach helps clients achieve clarity in their finances and operations. Ken’s multifaceted career positions him to drive significant growth and collaboration.
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Dustin Williamson
Managing Director, Houston
Dustin Williamson is a results-focused financial and management professional with over 25 years of experience. As the Managing Director of vcfo’s Houston market, he mentors and empowers our team of financial and human resources consultants, spearheads our quality program, and drives strategic growth in the area.
More about me
Ashford Chancelor
Practice Manager, Dallas
Ashford leads vcfo Dallas with a blend of financial acumen and modern software solutions. His forward-thinking approach connects with cutting-edge businesses, helping our clients develop robust financial strategies.
More about me
Christine Roach
HR Consulting Team Lead
Christine is a human resource professional dedicated to connecting with her clients. Christine’s ability to foster a communicative and collaborative relationship with her clients is something that has helped drive success throughout her career.
More about me
Lisa Bebee
Marketing Director
Lisa Bebee is a seasoned marketing and communications professional with over 20 years of account management, program management, and creative leadership expertise. Since joining vcfo, Lisa has been instrumental in elevating the firm’s marketing strategy, driving brand awareness, and enhancing client engagement.
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