Theodore A. Colella

VP of Mergers & Acquisitions

Theodore A. Colella Jr., CPA, MSFS is a seasoned strategic advisor with more than 15 years of experience helping companies strengthen their financial performance, streamline operations, and execute on long-term growth strategies. With a background spanning finance, investment banking, operations, technology, and organizational leadership, Ted brings a versatile approach that enables him to support businesses across a wide range of industries.

A Certified Public Accountant with a Master of Science in Financial Services, Ted has held senior leadership roles where he oversaw financial planning, operational efficiency initiatives, strategic partnerships, and cross-departmental execution. Earlier in his career, he worked in investment banking and transaction advisory, where he led M&A mandates, capital raises, strategic financings, and deal structuring efforts. This frontline deal-making experience continues to inform his work with clients, particularly when navigating complex financial negotiations, investor relations, or transformative corporate events.

Ted’s consulting work focuses on:

  • Financial strategy & performance optimization
  • Operational design, efficiencies, and scalability
  • Mergers and acquisition advisory, deal structuring, and transaction support
  • Strategic planning, organizational structure, and decision frameworks
  • Business development, market positioning, and growth execution
  • Risk assessment, compliance alignment, and process controls

 

Known for his ability to quickly understand complex business environments, Ted works closely with leadership teams to identify core challenges, implement high-impact solutions, and build systems that support long-term success. His cross-functional expertise allows him to bridge gaps between finance, operations, technology, and corporate strategy, while his deal-making background gives clients a strategic advantage in capital markets, negotiations, and transaction readiness.

Whether supporting early-stage companies, established enterprises, or investment groups, Ted brings a balanced blend of strategic vision, operational discipline, financial expertise, and transactional insight that consistently drives measurable improvement and organizational growth.