Where financial clarity meets meaningful impact

Navigating Financial Crosswinds

In aviation, one of the most demanding situations a pilot faces is a crosswind landing. Strong winds push the aircraft sideways, requiring precision, steady control, and calm decision-making to land safely.

Organizations face similar crosswinds every day — economic shifts, regulatory changes, funding uncertainty, and growth pressures that can push leaders off course. Navigating these conditions takes more than basic accounting; it requires experienced financial leadership.

Crosswind CFO Advisory exists to help leaders land confidently, even in turbulent conditions. We translate complex financial data into clarity, guide critical decisions, and help organizations stay aligned with their mission.

The Meaning Behind the Name

We envision organizations thriving through strong financial systems and intentional planning.

The result is financial abundance that fuels bold generosity to employees, shareholders, and communities, creating a cycle of continued growth.

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Meet Michael

Michael founded Crosswind CFO Advisory to serve organizations doing meaningful work in their communities. With over 20 years of financial leadership experience across global corporations, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations, he brings both strategic insight and grounded perspective to every client relationship.

He has served as CFO for a $10 million nonprofit and previously worked as a mortgage banker with JP Morgan Chase. Michael holds an MBA from the University of Southern Indiana and a Master of Divinity from Ashland Theological Seminary. He is currently a CPA candidate, with licensure expected in January 2026.

Michael has lived and worked in five countries and speaks Spanish and Turkish. He is married to his wife, Cheri, and together they have three sons: George, Alastair, and Winston. Outside of work, he enjoys lifting weights and traveling throughout the Middle East and North Africa.

At Crosswind, we help organizations move from financial uncertainty to clarity, creating systems and insight that support both sustainability and generosity.

WHO WE SERVE

We work alongside organizations committed to making a positive difference, building strong financial systems that support growth, generosity, and meaningful change. Our clients care deeply about their people, their communities, and the long-term sustainability of their mission.

Nonprofit organizations focused on sustainable impact

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Community-based and mission-focused small businesses

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Leaders who want clarity, confidence, and strategic insight

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Organizations that value transparency and responsible stewardship

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Our
Values

  • We uphold the highest ethical standards and act solely in our clients’ best interests. As fiduciaries, we protect our clients’ financial wellbeing with honesty, transparency, and uncompromising professionalism. In every financial transaction, our clients rely on us to do what’s right.

  • We deliver work of meticulous accuracy and superior quality. Through rigorous attention to detail, disciplined processes, and technical excellence, we provide financial guidance our clients can trust and act on with confidence.

  • We communicate clearly, consistently, and proactively. Clients are never left guessing — we provide timely updates, explain complex financial matters in plain language, and maintain open, responsive dialogue at every step.

Financial clarity for organizations doing meaningful work

Partner with a trusted advisor who understands both numbers and mission.

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