Ready to Build Something That Lasts?
We meet companies where they are, whether they’re navigating rapid growth, a transaction, a leadership gap, or an operational rebuild. Let’s talk about what you are solving for.
Areas of Expertise
Vision & Strategy
Specializes in vision and strategy, driving growth and value creation for businesses.
Executive Leadership
Provides executive leadership, guiding businesses with strategic vision and growth expertise.
Value Creation
Drives value creation through strategic vision, financial expertise, and business growth leadership.
BEFORE GROWTH OPERATORS
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Griffin International Companies
- Chief Financial Officer
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Golf Galaxy
- Chief Financial Officer
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Best Buy
- Director of Corporate Finance
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Arthur Andersen LLP
- Audit Manager
ALMA MATER
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University of St. Thomas
- BBA, Accounting
Something You Should Know
If I’m not in the office, chances are you can find me on the golf course, on a lake, or in the woods.
Rick Nordvold is a seasoned executive and the Co-Founder of Growth Operators, bringing decades of experience in corporate finance and business growth strategies. He has led financial transformations, driven strategic planning initiatives, and played a key role in successful M&A transactions. As CEO, he focuses on guiding businesses through complex financial landscapes and helping clients achieve sustainable success. Rick enjoys mentoring emerging leaders and supporting businesses in reaching their full potential.
STRENGTHS
- Bold visionary
- Drives growth and innovative strategies
- Entrepreneurial
- Innovator
- Leadership
- Presenting financial information to non-financial people
- Relationship Builder
- Strategic
- Strategic Leadership
- Strategic thinking
Being a CFO in industry gave me a front row seat to understanding how a strong back office can give a company the freedom to grow and scale with confidence. Building a firm committed to turning good companies into great companies has been the highlight of my career.
