Chris Cynkar is an experienced business advisor and serves as a Consulting Partner with ERA Group in Western and Central Pennsylvania.
As an advocate for his CEO and CFO clients, Chris focuses on building strong relationships and delivering comprehensive cost containment solutions that unlock hidden cash flow.
Chris’ training as an accountant and experience as a business owner provides him with a unique combination of skills that enables him to quickly assess a company’s challenges and devise solutions that improve profitability and speed cash flow.
Chris began his career as an accountant for Arthur Andersen, where he gained experience in the business’s audit, tax, and consulting sides. His career progressed to two stops in the industry as a hired executive – one in healthcare and the next in manufacturing.
For more than twenty years, Chris has been a business owner and operating executive in companies. With direct P&L experience in manufacturing, healthcare staffing, retail operations, and professional services, Chris brings to the table a deep understanding of how businesses operate and where savings opportunities exist.
In addition to his ownership roles, Chris has an active advisory practice in which he consults with investors and business owners to assess growth and scale opportunities.