Trisha Hahn
Lakemoor,IL
Summary
Experienced with strategic planning, executive support, and operational management. Utilizes strong organizational skills to ensure efficiency and alignment with business objectives. Track record of fostering collaborative environments and achieving high-impact results.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief of Staff
Forged & Formed, Inc
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to support executive decision-making and improve business outcomes.
- Played pivotal role in shaping company culture, initiating programs that boosted employee engagement and morale.
- Provided comprehensive support to the CEO, enabling them to focus on critical decision-making and leadership tasks.
- Coordinated high-level meetings, ensuring alignment on priorities and effective communication across departments, made informed business decisions, provided administrative support, and evaluated progress toward goals and objectives.
- Supervised staff and participated in hiring, training and performance evaluations to establish and enforce policies and procedures for business functions.
- Optimized resource allocation, conducting thorough needs assessments and reallocating budgets accordingly.
- Drove strategic initiatives to completion, overseeing project timelines and milestones.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Optimized cash flow management, implementing strategies that minimized cash holding periods. Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Led monthly financial close processes, managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
Controller
Thumbies, Inc
12.2019 - 12.2022
- Led financial reporting processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed and implemented budgeting strategies that enhanced forecasting accuracy.
- Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements. Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Supervised accounting staff, fostering professional development and operational efficiency.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 50+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
Chief Operating Officer
Chirch Global Manufacturing, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Spearheaded operational strategy, enhancing manufacturing efficiency through streamlined processes and technology integration for a manufacturer and distributor of custom sheet metal products and stampings.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement quality control measures, reducing defects and ensuring product excellence.
- Directed resource allocation to maximize operational capacity while minimizing costs without compromising quality standards.
- Developed and monitored key performance indicators, driving accountability across all levels of production operations.
- Provided constructive feedback during performance review processes which contributed towards employee growth within the workforce.
Chief Financial Officer
Chirch Global Manufacturing, LLC
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Directed budgeting processes, ensuring resource allocation aligned with operational demands.
- Led financial strategy development, aligning fiscal policies with organizational goals.
- Oversaw cash flow management, optimizing liquidity to support business operations.
- Implemented cost control measures, enhancing profitability through efficient resource utilization.
- Guided financial forecasting, providing insights for long-term strategic planning initiatives.
- Worked with accountants on year-end tax reporting
Administrative Manager
Chirch Global Manufacturing, LLC
2008 - 01.2013
- Streamlined administrative processes, enhancing efficiency across departments. Activities included customer service, accounting, invoicing and collections. Compiled financial reports for the CFO
- Managed all HR functions including hiring, payroll processing, and selection of benefit plans
- Tracked inventory levels to ensure adequate stock according to business forecasts
- Served on the team to install and configure the new ERP system – oversaw the entire implementation process
Operations Manager
Chirch Global, LLC
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Coordinated pricing, sales, invoicing, and all office operations for an importer and distributor of consumer products
- Negotiated pricing, quantity, and delivery with offshore manufacturers
- Tracked inventory and placed additional orders for U.S. customers; made recommendations for purchasing based on ordering trends
Onsite Staffing Specialist
Manpower
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Selected to provide workforce planning, recruiting, and staffing expertise at the Rockwell Automation facility in Milwaukee
- Determined client needs and collaborated with Manpower offices throughout the region to place qualified employees in key technical and administrative positions with Rockwell
- Analyzed and rapidly resolved complex staffing issues to ensure complete client satisfaction and business retention
- Began as recruiter and advanced to onsite staffing specialist due to performance and customer relationship management skills
Education
Owner/President Management Graduate Program - Executive MBA
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA02-2007
B.S. - Human Resources and International Business
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI01.2000
Skills
- Ethical leadership
- Financial management and reporting
- Budget Administration
- Operational decision making
- ERP system implementation
- Influencing skills
- Collaborative mindset
Timeline
Chief of Staff
Forged & Formed, Inc
01.2023 - 03.2025
Controller
Thumbies, Inc
12.2019 - 12.2022
Chief Operating Officer
Chirch Global Manufacturing, LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
Chief Financial Officer
Chirch Global Manufacturing, LLC
01.2013 - 01.2017
Operations Manager
Chirch Global, LLC
01.2003 - 01.2009
Onsite Staffing Specialist
Manpower
01.2000 - 01.2003
B.S. - Human Resources and International Business
Marquette University
Administrative Manager
Chirch Global Manufacturing, LLC
2008 - 01.2013
Owner/President Management Graduate Program - Executive MBA
Harvard University