Wick CFO Susan Ellis Named Finalist for FEI Arizona 2025 CFO of the Year Award

Wick Communications is proud to announce that Chief Financial Officer Susan Ellis has been named a finalist for the Financial Executives International (FEI) Arizona 2025 CFO of the Year Award.

This prestigious recognition highlights Susan’s exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and unwavering dedication to the continued growth and stability of Wick Communications. Throughout her tenure, Susan has been a driving force in guiding the company through a rapidly evolving media landscape and positioning it for long-term success.

Her nomination reflects significant accomplishments across several key areas:

Strategic Financial Leadership: Susan was crucial in developing our 5-year strategic plan, managing the finances for key acquisitions and divestitures, and implementing initiatives that generated substantial cash savings to stabilize our company's footing.

Modernization and Efficiency: She spearheaded the massive undertaking of centralizing our accounting operations, which reduced bookkeeping staff by two-thirds, and moved our banking relationships to reduce fees by 60% and improve cash management.

Team Development & Collaboration: Susan is deeply committed to her team, creating new roles and cross-training opportunities to build resilience. She also introduced monthly corporate meetings to foster better collaboration and alignment between finance and operations.

Hands-On Problem Solving: From managing complex building renovation and water mitigation projects to strengthening our fraud protection policies and collecting sizable uncollectible balances, Susan consistently tackles challenges head-on to protect and strengthen our company.

Susan’s ability to lead with confidence, communicate with clarity, and adapt to any challenge has made a big impact at Wick Communications.

Please join us in congratulating Susan Ellis on this well-deserved honor.