Jonathan Grinnon, CFA

Fractional CFO and finance and operations executive with more than 25 years of experience helping growing companies scale with confidence.

I turn complexity into clarity. That means building financial models that guide multimillion-dollar decisions, streamlining operations for efficiency and profitability, and lining up strategy with execution across the business.

Whether I am leading a funding round, tightening back-office systems or mentoring a leadership team, I bring a hands-on, 360° approach that balances precision with pragmatism. Clients value how quickly I plug in, the questions I ask, and solutions built for sustainable growth.

I am a CFA charterholder with a BBA in Finance from Villanova University, a former collegiate athlete, and a lifelong team builder on the course, on the court and in the office. I do my best work where trust, transparency and performance matter.

The name Livingston Financial comes from Jonathan Livingston Seagull, the story of a gull who refused to settle for the ordinary and kept flying higher. That's the idea behind the seagull in our logo and our promise: Soaring Above Expectations.

If you are a founder, operator or investor looking for a strategic financial partner, I am open to conversations about fractional engagements, advisory roles and collaborative problem-solving.

At a glance

  • Designation: CFA charterholder since 2003

  • Experience: 25+ years

  • Education: BBA, Finance, Villanova University, 1998

  • Athletics: Men's varsity golf; Big East Academic All-Star

  • Focus: Companies at $10M to $50M+ in revenue

Leadership philosophy

  • Every engagement is a team sport. Just like in youth baseball, every role matters, and when each player understands their responsibility, the team wins together.

Collaboration

  • Embedded in your leadership team, not dictating from the sidelines.

Transparency

  • Clear KPIs and shared, real-time dashboards.

Agility

  • Priorities shift as your business cycles shift.

Empowerment

  • Your staff is trained so the systems outlast the engagement.

At a glance: CFA since 2003; 25+ years; BBA Finance, Villanova 1998; varsity golf; $10M-$50M+ companies. Leadership philosophy: every engagement is a team sport. Collaboration, transparency, agility, empowerment.