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Trusted Business Consulting in East Haven

Located in East Haven, CT, OBAC Consulting, LLC provides expert business consulting services designed to drive growth, improve financial health, and streamline operations for businesses across the Greater NYC area. With over 30 years of experience, I specialize in strategic financial solutions, offering services such as financial infrastructure assessments, cost optimization strategies, and interim CFO support. My approach is tailored to each client’s unique needs, ensuring that I deliver practical, growth-focused solutions. Whether it’s navigating financial restructuring or developing comprehensive financial projections, my goal is to help businesses achieve operational efficiency and long-term success.


For more information or to discuss how I can assist with your business challenges, feel free to reach out via phone at (917) 340-3591 or email me at jon@obacconsultingllc.com. I look forward to connecting with you and exploring how my services can benefit your company. Let’s work together to create a brighter financial future for your business!

Effective Financial Strategies for Every Business Need

I offer a range of financial consulting services aimed at helping businesses reach their full potential. My services include financial infrastructure assessments, strategic budgeting & analysis, cost optimization strategies, and interim CFO leadership, among others. Each service is designed to address the unique challenges businesses face in a constantly evolving financial landscape. Whether you’re looking to restructure your financial operations, streamline costs, or improve your financial forecasting, my focus is on providing customized, growth-focused solutions that drive tangible results. My approach is rooted in over 30 years of experience, ensuring that each client receives a comprehensive and effective strategy tailored to their specific needs.


Every business is different, and I recognize that. That’s why I strive to provide not just financial expertise but a deep understanding of your unique business needs. Through a personalized approach, I work closely with each client to ensure their goals are met with precision and care. If you're looking to improve your financial health and achieve sustainable growth, my services are designed to empower you to succeed.

Driven by Experience, Focused on Your Success

With a career spanning over three decades, my journey in business consulting has been shaped by a commitment to delivering real, impactful change for clients. What started as a project helping small companies on a fractional basis has grown into a full-fledged consulting business. Through all my years of experience, I’ve worked across various industries and helped businesses of all sizes overcome challenges, optimize operations, and achieve sustainable success. The core of my work is built on my deep understanding of finance and infrastructure, which I apply to each unique project with an unwavering focus on the goals at hand.


I’m passionate about using my expertise to create lasting value for my clients. Each assignment is an opportunity to help a business not only navigate its current challenges but also prepare for the future with confidence. It’s this focus on long-term success, paired with practical solutions, that sets my work apart. My commitment to excellence and tailored strategies ensures that your business will be positioned to thrive no matter what challenges lie ahead.

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Jon Pedersen

FINANCE EXECUTIVE

Jon D. Pedersen, Sr. is a seasoned finance executive with extensive experience in financial operations, technology and infrastructure.


Most recently, Jon was the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for iHeartMedia Markets Group. In his role he sat on the Company’s Operating Committee, oversaw financial operations and supported sales leadership teams with data analytics and business insights. In addition, he managed the company’s shared services functions including credit, collections, billing, accounting, procurement and accounts payable.

Since joining iHeartMedia in 2014, Jon was instrumental in transforming the business during an unprecedented shift in the media/advertising landscape. Jon led many technological / systems improvements in the company, helping reduce the finance footprint in the radio division by more than 60% while improving business intelligence capabilities, reducing friction in the sales process and improving working capital through centralizing credit and collections by more than $100M.


During iHeartMedia’s bankruptcy (March 2018-May 2019), Jon led the back office through a pre-packaged bankruptcy, taking the lead on operational finance, the contract acceptance/rejection process, vendor management and the divestiture/separation of Clear Channel Outdoor upon emergence. 


Prior to joining iHeartMedia in 2014, Jon was Chief Financial Officer of SNAP Interactive, Inc., a company that develops, owns and operates dating applications for social networking websites and mobile platforms. Previous roles include Senior Vice President – Controller and Vice President – Assistant Controller for Warner Music Group; Chief Financial Officer for WestLB Securities Inc. and Vice President for Global Management Reporting for Goldman, Sachs & Co.


While at Warner Music Group, Jon helped to build a stand-alone corporate finance team for the newly public spinoff (acquired from Time Warner by Bain & THL) and shortened the monthly close process by more than 50%. At Goldman, Sachs & Co., Jon led the corporate financial reporting team during the pre-IPO process and was instrumental in preparing Goldman for one of the storied IPOs in Wall Street history. Jon has a long history working in accounting operations and finance, management of the Sarbanes-Oxley internal controls process and managing the external audits of multiple SEC registrants.


Jon holds a Master’s degree in business administration from Columbia Business School and a Bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting from the University of Connecticut. Jon lives in Milford, CT with his wife Kristen and his sons, Jon Jr. and Michael.

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Flexible financial leadership on your terms. Whether you need short-term advice or ongoing support, I provide expert CFO services to help your business navigate financial complexities and stay ahead of the competition.

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With over 30 years of experience, I offer a unique, hands-on approach to helping businesses grow and navigate financial challenges. I specialize in delivering personalized solutions that directly address the specific needs of each business I work with. If you're looking for real, lasting results, my commitment to understanding your unique challenges sets me apart. Let's make your business's future brighter and more prosperous.

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Why Choose My Services?

Choosing the right partner for your business growth is essential. Here’s why I stand out: With over 30 years of experience, I provide personalized, expert services that drive measurable results for businesses.

Tailored Financial Expertise

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I work closely with you to understand your business needs, offering hands-on assistance throughout the process. My approach ensures that your company receives personalized guidance at every step for real, lasting impact.

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From financial planning to restructuring, I offer a wide range of solutions to meet the specific needs of your business. I bring the expertise needed to address both immediate challenges and long-term goals.

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With a proven history of helping businesses across industries, I’ve consistently delivered results. My experience in guiding companies through complex financial challenges ensures your business is in trusted hands.

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