The new role of Executive Vice President was created to help solidify and amplify Lithko’s ongoing growth plan. Brian’s primary focus is pre-cast adjacency opportunities and defining the unique business requirements of those relationships. His extensive experience is also a valuable addition to our M & A Team, and his expertise in long-range planning is an asset as we continue to look toward the future of our organization.

Brian has over 20 years of broad financial and strategic leadership experience in executive and senior leadership roles at Fortune 500 companies, including McDonald’s Corporation and The Procter & Gamble Co. Most recently, he was the CFO for Verso, a leading US producer of paper and pulp, where he helped the company complete a successful merger agreement. He holds a B.B.A. in finance with accounting concentration from the University of Notre Dame.

Brian has been married to Kristen for 22 years, and they have two kids. Mia is 14, and Drew is 11. Brian has moved 16 times, and he is excited to be back in his hometown of Cincinnati since last August.  He enjoys all sports, exercising, camping, and hiking. His faith is very important to him and his family.