Our distinctive group members are the driving power behind all that we do at Distillery, and so they really deserve recognition!
In our “Meet Distillery” sequence, we introduce you to a number of the proficient specialists who assist us (and our companions) carry concepts to life.
Immediately, we’d prefer to introduce Torie, our superb World Head of Finance!
Introduce your self, your background/experience, and your place at Distillery
I’m a finance and accounting skilled with 18 years of expertise, 13 years {of professional} companies expertise. I’ve been a marketing consultant and have Large 4 expertise. I maintain a CPA license however have a deep love for Finance. I’m Distillery’s World Head of Finance. The Accounting and Finance features roll as much as me. I joined Distillery October 2022.
Given your work expertise, what are your largest strengths that you just carry to your position at Distillery?
Efficiency and course of enchancment are my best strengths that I carry to Distillery. My means to evaluate an organization’s present state, future targets and create a plan that addresses brief time period and long run dangers, prices, and advantages is one thing an organization in progress stage wants.
What has been your favourite half about being on the Distillery group?
The folks. I’ve a tremendous group of direct studies and my friends have been a pleasure to work with.
What are some abilities or matters you’re studying about proper now?
Inflation/economics in LaTam
What’s your secret work-related “pet peeve” associated to your position/business that doesn’t actually matter however drives you loopy?
Identical day conferences. I typically have already got my day deliberate earlier than everybody else will get up.
Espresso or tea? What number of cups in a typical workday?
I like each however my default is espresso. I devour a number of cups a day. On common about 3.
What do you take pleasure in doing outdoors of labor?
I take pleasure in aggressive bowling. I’m at the moment working with a bowling coach to proceed to enhance my bowling in order that I carry out higher at tournaments.
What are three to 5 hashtags that describe you (each personally and professionally)?
#FiscalResponsibility
What’s your most-used/favourite emoji?
🥰🫣
What’s your favourite guide (or what are you at the moment studying)?
I’m at the moment studying The Misadventures of Awkward Black Lady
What’s your excellent trip (or what trip did you final take)?
My excellent trip entails a seashore and nice seafood. I don’t want any excursions. Simply napping on a seashore with meals and refreshing drinks in between. My final trip was to Punta Cana, DR
What languages are you able to communicate?
English and AAVE
If you happen to might stay in any metropolis, the place wouldn’t it be?
I don’t know however I’m all in favour of residing in a couple of totally different cities for 3-4 months over the following few years to find out the place my husband and I’ll stay as soon as the youngsters are out of the home. We’re open to ideas so as to add to our checklist. Portugal is likely one of the nations to probe for now.
Distillery is fortunate to have somebody like Torie on our group. She brings not solely a ardour for Funds, but additionally a deep dedication to taking her position to new heights. We will’t wait to see all of the superb issues she’s going to proceed to perform and contribute to our progress and success. Thanks for being such an superior a part of our group, Torie!
