Leadership

Phillip J. Keller

CFO

Phillip Keller is an accomplished financial leader with over 30 years of experience driving organizational and financial excellence across diverse sectors. Renowned for his ability to deliver transformative results, he has held senior positions, including Chief Financial Officer (CFO), in healthcare, manufacturing, and consumer goods, consistently demonstrating expertise in strategic financial management, mergers and acquisitions, debt restructuring, and operational turnarounds.

As Managing Director at Solution Management Corp / Total CFO Services, Phil provides advisory services focused on mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and financial turnarounds. He has been instrumental in securing over $9 million in financing for business expansion, facilitating medical startups’ growth, and guiding companies through bankruptcy consulting. His leadership has streamlined operations, optimized pricing models, and improved management reporting, helping businesses achieve financial stability and growth.

At First Choice Health Care Solutions, Phil served as CFO and COO, negotiating a strategic partnership that secured $7.5 million in working capital. He also restructured the revenue cycle, reducing days sales outstanding (DSO) by 22% and ensuring the efficient delivery of orthopedic and spinal care services. His leadership expanded the organization’s footprint and improved operational performance.

Phil’s tenure at RehabCare Inc. and PharMerica, Inc. further showcases his expertise in acquisitions and financial strategy. He led the $200 million acquisition of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, developed pricing strategies to enhance profitability, and managed vendor agreements that resulted in significant savings.

As Senior Vice President of Finance at BioScrip, Inc., Phil led the company through a critical $350 million acquisition, refined credit facilities, and improved operational efficiency, including cutting the monthly closing cycle by half. His work at DMI Furniture Inc. led to the company’s sale at a 36% premium, marking another milestone in his career.

Phil holds a BS in Accountancy from Loyola University of Chicago and is a Certified Public Accountant and Chartered Global Management Accountant. His extensive board experience, including with CryoPoint, LLC, reflects his strategic vision and influence in driving business success.