As a Partner at CFGI’s San Francisco office, Brian Powell specializes in guiding companies through complex technical accounting and finance matters, including IPO readiness, M&A integration, and transitions between US GAAP and international standards. With expertise in transaction accounting and financial modeling, Brian excels in areas such as joint ventures, debt and equity financings, and cross-border transactions.
Brian’s industry experience spans Financial Services, Technology, Consumer Products, Oil & Gas, Private Equity, and Venture Capital, providing a well-rounded perspective to client engagements. Beyond his professional pursuits, Brian is deeply passionate about investing, dedicating his free time to managing a personal portfolio encompassing stocks, options, and currency trading for over a decade. His MBA coursework focused on finance, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and bottom-up fundamental analysis in investment strategies.