Bell Buckle Holdings (BLLB)

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Take notes......1. Tim Gargaro, CFO, CPA, MBA
Mr. Gargaro has provided leadership to companies that range in size from $250 million to $5 Billion in revenue. This includes performing Chief Financial Officer (CFO) duties for five independent companies: three publicly traded, and two privately held; three were Tier One Automotive Suppliers, and two served the aftermarket and other industrial markets.

Tim participated heavily in Lear Corporation growth from $1 Billion to $17 Billion in seven years (1993-1999); Ran the due diligence and post-closing integration efforts for most of the largest acquisitions. Directly managed and oversaw the growth of Lear European operations from $600 Million to $3 Billion in three years, as the finance leader. He negotiated and settled acquisitions/deal issues with Ford Motor Co, Fiat SpA, Volvo, and ArcelorMittal, the world's largest Steel maker. All were difficult "carve out" transactions from parent companies lacking separate HR, Finance, & IT functions. Implemented FASB/IFRS conversions and Sarbanes Oxley in required timetables.

Mr. Gargaro is an active member of the Federal Reserve Board of Atlanta; and currently serves as board member for Financial Executives International's Detroit Chapter.