Adam Zughayer

Mr. Zughayer is a Director at Areté Capital Partners with more than 10 years of restructuring and turnaround experience advising clients on driving performance and operational improvement. Adam has extensive experience in the full spectrum of CFO responsibilities with a focus on driving organizational growth and financial stability. Mr. Zughayer has supported CFOs in professionalizing their organizations by implementing best practices, streamlining processes, and building strong financial controls. He is skilled in developing and refining financial models and providing strategic financial insights to support informed decision-making. Adam excels at managing external reporting requirements, building strong relationships with lenders and other stakeholders, and providing clear and concise financial communication. He is a highly motivated and results-oriented leader with a collaborative approach and a commitment to excellence.

As Interim CFO across multiple engagements, including a specialty chemical and a consumer goods company, Adam has led organizations through periods of transition and turnaround. He established financial discipline through enhanced cash management and forecasting, developed robust FP&A capabilities including 3-statement and long-range models, and managed key stakeholders through stabilization and growth initiatives. Adam also drove operational improvements such as inventory rationalization and disposition, strengthened external communications, and ensured seamless CFO transitions through structured onboarding and strategic planning.