Erinn Webb
Fergus Falls
Summary
Accomplished Finance Executive and Business Educator with over 20 years of experience in corporate finance and investment management. Expert in scaling operations and driving revenue growth, demonstrated by doubling annual sales for a legacy family business through the strategic modernization of regional retail channels. Proven leader in board governance, grant management, and public-sector fiscal oversight. Seeking to bridge deep industry expertise and academic background as an Adjunct Instructor within the School of Business, IT, and Academic Innovations at M State.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Operator
Reflections of Minnesota
2020.01 - Current
- Succession & Growth: Orchestrated a successful leadership transition of a legacy family business, modernizing operations to achieve a 100% increase in annual revenue within two years.
- Channel Strategy: Optimized sales and logistics across high-volume regional retail markets and artisan exhibitions, including the Fargo Street Fair.
- Financial Stewardship: Refined pricing models, inventory turnover, and profit margins by applying rigorous financial discipline to handmade product lines.
Finance & Investment Management
Ameriprise Financial & Columbia Threadneedle Investments
2011.01 - 2017.01
- Specialized Project Management: Led critical compliance initiatives at regarding Unclaimed Property (Escheatment); managed cross-functional workflows to ensure multi-state regulatory alignment and asset integrity.
- Risk & Audit Oversight: Directed internal audits and reporting processes to mitigate financial and reputational risk, maintaining strict adherence to fiduciary standards and state-mandated timelines.
- Asset Allocation & Research: Conducted rigorous market analysis and due diligence to construct and manage diversified investment portfolios.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintained comprehensive expertise in SEC and FINRA standards, ensuring all investment activities and reporting met federal and state legal requirements.
Financial Advisor
Wells Fargo Investments, John Hancock, Edward Jones
2008.01 - 2011.01
- Strategic Wealth Planning: Provided comprehensive financial consultation, specializing in retirement planning, tax-advantaged strategies, and estate preservation.
- Client Portfolio Management: Developed personalized financial roadmaps for diverse client bases, balancing individual risk tolerance with long-term growth objectives.
- Educational Outreach: Translated complex financial concepts into actionable advice, developing the communication skills essential for classroom instruction.
Treasury Management
Dayforce (formerly Ceridian) & Cargill, Incorporated
1999.01 - 2007.01
- Global Foundational Training: Launched career through competitive international internships in Washington, D.C. and Tokyo, Japan, gaining early exposure to global capital markets and cross-border financial operations.
- Liquidity & Cash Flow Optimization: Managed corporate cash positions and liquidity requirements to ensure seamless operational funding and debt service.
- Risk Mitigation: Developed strategies to hedge against interest rate and currency fluctuations, protecting organizational capital on a global scale.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of St. Thomas
St. Paul, MN2019-01
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing, International Business
University of Northwestern
St. Paul, MN1999-01
Skills
Finance & Operations
- Treasury & Cash Management
- Regulatory Compliance (SEC/FINRA)
- Escheatment Project Management
- Strategic Business Modernization
- Risk Mitigation & Audit Oversight
- Asset Allocation & Research
- Succession Planning & Leadership Transition
Instructional & Leadership
- Curriculum Design & Delivery
- Quantitative ACT Coaching
- Process-Based Learning Pedagogy
- Non-Profit Board Governance
- Grant Management & Fiscal Accountability
- Municipal Stakeholder Relations
- Workshop Facilitation
teaching & Instructional Experience
The Princeton Review | ACT Instructor
- Curriculum Delivery: Delivered standardized test preparation coursework to high school students, focusing on data-driven strategies and performance optimization.
- Instructional Success: Achieved a 100% improvement rate in practice test scores for all students through personalized coaching and structured lesson plans.
- Student Engagement: Simplified complex quantitative and verbal concepts for diverse learners, ensuring a high level of comprehension and retention.
Private Tutor | Academic Consultant
- Individualized Learning: Developed customized study plans for students, identifying specific knowledge gaps and providing targeted instruction to meet academic goals.
Otter Cove Children's Museum, Perham Center for the Arts, Red Door Gallery | Community Arts Educator
- Process-Based Instruction: Designed and led community art workshops focused on sensory exploration and creative play for youth and families.
- Inclusive Facilitation: Managed classroom environments for various age groups, fostering a welcoming space for community-based learning and artistic expression.
Leadership & Strategic Governance
- SAGA Youth, Leadership & Fiscal Management, Grant Administration: Manage complex grant lifecycles and fiscal reporting, ensuring full compliance with financial regulations for youth community programming.
- Otter Cove Children's Museum, Founding Board Member, Organizational Strategy: Provided foundational governance and strategic planning to transition a regional start-up from concept to an operational community institution.
- Fergus Falls Public Arts Commission, Commission Chair, Municipal Advising: Navigate public-sector financial planning and policy to balance community economic development with cultural initiatives.
Timeline
Owner & Operator
Reflections of Minnesota
2020.01 - Current
Finance & Investment Management
Ameriprise Financial & Columbia Threadneedle Investments
2011.01 - 2017.01
Financial Advisor
Wells Fargo Investments, John Hancock, Edward Jones
2008.01 - 2011.01
Treasury Management
Dayforce (formerly Ceridian) & Cargill, Incorporated
1999.01 - 2007.01
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing, International Business
University of Northwestern
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of St. Thomas