FOUNDATION
  • Accounting Systems
  • Cash Flow Processes
  • Advisor Coordination
HEALTH
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Production & Operations
  • Banking & Capital
GROWTH
  • Strategic Financial Planning
  • Risk Assessments
  • Revenue
  • Operating Rhythm
VALUE
  • Succession or Exit Planning
  • Readiness & Attractiveness
  • Price/Multiple
MEET OUR SHERPA

Richard Long

  • Area President
  • Las Vegas Metro

Richard Long is a seasoned finance leader with more than 30 years of experience helping early-stage and founder-led businesses gain clarity, control, and confidence in their growth path. As Area President at FocusCFO, he partners with entrepreneurs to align financial strategy with execution—so they can scale effectively, prepare for investment, and build lasting value. From zero-revenue startups to companies navigating IPOs and exits, Richard brings a hands-on, practical approach to solving the challenges that matter most to business owners.

Before FocusCFO

Prior to joining FocusCFO, Richard served as CFO and finance executive across multiple early- and growth-stage companies, including roles in SaaS, cybersecurity, AI, IoT, and enterprise software. Over his career, he has raised more than $150M in equity and debt capital, built out entire finance and ops functions, and led companies through IPOs, strategic exits, carve-outs, and rapid scaling. He began his career at EY and earned an MBA from Stanford.

    Other Interests

    • What is your favorite way to spend free time?  Traveling or watching movies with family, and playing squash
    • What was your favorite vacation?  Honolulu, Rome, or London with family
    • What is your favorite movie?  MI3 :)

What attracted you
to FocusCFO?

The opportunity to help early-stage founders take control of their financial future—by delivering experienced, embedded support without the cost or complexity of a full-time CFO.

Curated insights by Richard Long

CONTACT

Get in touch with Richard