
Joseph Lauro, Senior Director
- Key accomplishments with direct investment portfolio at Silver Ventures
- Increased EBITDA from $8MM to $18MM in two years
- Increased equity value by $160MM in four years
- Aligned portfolio investment plans with company actions by implementing a Capital Authorization Policy for capital expenditures averaging $20MM annually
- Changed culture in finance & accounting departments to enhance operations by emphasizing forward-looking information
- Led $750MM of capital market transactions including divestitures, recapitalizations, and growth capital investments
- Served as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Board Member for $40MM investment in CPG company that yielded a $10MM improvement in EBITDA. Replaced CEO, head of sales, completed new greenfield manufacturing facility, and discharged old facility liabilities
- Direct Report to Chief Restructuring Officer and Board of publicly traded distributor and manufacturer. Led profit-building initiatives, implemented cost control measures, and provided active management of borrowing needs and financing arrangements resulting in a $5MM improvement in EBITDA
- Chief Financial Officer of IT training company reporting directly to the Board. Executed a new line of credit, combined corporate headquarters and operational facilities, and downsized workforce.
Contact Information
E-mail: joseph.lauro@cr3partners.com
Phone: (210) 865-8240
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Industries
- Consumer Products
- Food & Beverage
- Manufacturing
- Distribution
- Business Services
- Education
- Oil & Gas
- Real Estate
- Hotels
Education & Certifications
- B.A., University of Georgia, magna cum laude
- Certified Public Accountant, Georgia (inactive)
- Series 79 License
Joseph Lauro, Senior Director

Contact Information
E-mail: joseph.lauro@cr3partners.com
Phone: (210) 865-8240
LinkedIn |
VCard
Industries
- Consumer Products
- Food & Beverage
- Manufacturing
- Distribution
- Business Services
- Education
- Oil & Gas
- Real Estate
- Hotels
- Key accomplishments with direct investment portfolio at Silver Ventures
- Increased EBITDA from $8MM to $18MM in two years
- Increased equity value by $160MM in four years
- Aligned portfolio investment plans with company actions by implementing a Capital Authorization Policy for capital expenditures averaging $20MM annually
- Changed culture in finance & accounting departments to enhance operations by emphasizing forward-looking information
- Led $750MM of capital market transactions including divestitures, recapitalizations, and growth capital investments
- Served as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Board Member for $40MM investment in CPG company that yielded a $10MM improvement in EBITDA. Replaced CEO, head of sales, completed new greenfield manufacturing facility, and discharged old facility liabilities
- Direct Report to Chief Restructuring Officer and Board of publicly traded distributor and manufacturer. Led profit-building initiatives, implemented cost control measures, and provided active management of borrowing needs and financing arrangements resulting in a $5MM improvement in EBITDA
- Chief Financial Officer of IT training company reporting directly to the Board. Executed a new line of credit, combined corporate headquarters and operational facilities, and downsized workforce.
Education & Certifications
- B.A., University of Georgia, magna cum laude
- Certified Public Accountant, Georgia (inactive)
- Series 79 License