How VertexCFO Transformed LeafTech’s Financial Horizons
January 28, 2025

In the dynamic world of IT solutions, LeafTech Consulting, a prominent managed service provider for small and medium-sized businesses, faced a critical challenge. While they had mastered the IT landscape, their financial operations remained in their infancy—rooted in simplistic start-up processes. As LeafTech grew in clientele and size, it became apparent that their money-in, money-out approach was unsustainable for their evolving business needs. That’s when VertexCFO stepped in to illuminate their financial path.

Initially founded in 2007, LeafTech had reached a point where the expertise of a CFO was not just desirable, but necessary, to manage their finances with sophistication. VertexCFO was hired to overhaul LeafTech’s accounting practices entirely, bringing refined financial strategies to the table. Their inclusive approach ranged from restructuring the accounting staff model to establishing a robust methodology for budgeting and forecasting. The expertise didn’t end there. VertexCFO also dove into crafting financial dashboards and key performance indicators, pioneering a financial environment where every number and trend was now trackable, interpretable, and actionable.

Perhaps the most tangible outcome for LeafTech was the newfound clarity in their financial reporting. No longer were they navigating in the dark; their Profit & Loss statements were clean and comprehensible, and, for the first time, LeafTech’s CEO Chris McAree had a concrete understanding of the company’s performance. This ecosystem of structure and strategic vision spurred by VertexCFO contributed to an organic growth rate of 30%, enabling LeafTech to not only dream of acquisitions but to pursue them with confidence.

The collaboration between LeafTech and VertexCFO transitioned smoothly from a restorative phase to one of strategic advisement, with VertexCFO still in the wings as a trusted advisor and LeafTech hiring a billing and accounting coordinator to maintain the newly implemented processes. This symbiotic relationship and VertexCFO’s dedication to handling LeafTech’s finances with the utmost sensitivity resonates profoundly with McAree.

The case of LeafTech’s transformation is a testament to VertexCFO’s commitment to treating clients’ finances with unprecedented care, positioning them as true partners rather than mere service providers. It’s a story of a business taking flight, not solely based on the products and services it provides but the insightful and strategic financial decisions it makes.

As LeafTech continues to ascend, setting a benchmark on the Inc. 5000 list and earning prestige in the Colorado Titan 100 Hall of Fame, their story remains a beacon for companies seeking to marry their operational prowess with financial acumen. It’s a lesson that in the complex world of IT and business, the right financial partner can make all the difference, propelling a company from being a player to becoming a titan within the industry.

In navigating the intricate journey of growth and financial stability, LeafTech Consulting’s partnership with VertexCFO has proven to be a defining leap towards achieving clarity, efficiency, and strategic foresight in their financial operations. Their story is not just about overcoming challenges, but also embracing opportunities for sustainable growth and strategic acquisitions with the expert guidance of VertexCFO.

For a deeper understanding of their transformative journey and how VertexCFO played a pivotal role in reshaping their financial landscape, I encourage you to read the full case study here. It’s an inspiring narrative of partnership, insight, and progress.