Built by an operator, for operators.
I founded Caligo CFO on a simple observation: most businesses are run by people who are exceptional at what they do — and who didn't go into business to spend their time buried in financial statements.
That's where I come in.
I hold an MBA in Finance from the University of South Carolina and bring a background in institutional banking — working with businesses ranging from local companies to organizations generating hundreds of billions in revenue. My experience spans commercial & industrial credit analysis, capital structure advisory, and industry-specific work across consumer and retail verticals including restaurant & franchise, retail, and convenience & gas. That foundation — understanding how lenders think, how capital structures work, and what financial institutions look for — is rarely found outside of a full-time CFO hire.
Before founding Caligo CFO, I built a company from the ground up in the logistics industry, navigated the operational grind, and successfully exited through a sale. I know what it feels like to be the operator who knows the business cold but wishes someone else was handling the financial complexity. That's exactly the client I built this firm to serve.
I've also been active in the professional finance community, including board-level involvement with the Risk Management Association.
I started Caligo CFO to give founders, operators, and growing businesses access to the kind of financial leadership that used to require a full-time executive.
“I know what it feels like to be the operator who knows the business cold but wishes someone else was handling the financial complexity.”
Rylee P.
Founder, Caligo CFO
How We Work
Operator-First Mindset
I don't just read your financials — I understand the business behind them. Every recommendation is grounded in operational reality, not just theory.
Transparency Over Jargon
Finance shouldn't feel like a foreign language. I communicate clearly, explain the why, and make sure you always understand what your numbers are telling you.
Long-Term Partnership
I'm not here for a transaction. I'm here to be the financial partner you call when things get complicated — and when you're ready to grow.
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