Hardesty Successfully Places CFO at Municipal Co

Apr 13, 2026

Hardesty, LLC is proud to announce the successful placement of Michael Pratt as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Municipal Co. a critical leadership hire at an important moment in the company’s growth.

This placement reflects more than just filling a role. It highlights the importance of aligning the right executive talent with a company’s strategic priorities, operational needs, and long-term vision.

Why CFO Hires Are So Critical for Growing Companies
For many organizations especially founder-led, private equity-backed, or high-growth businesses hiring a CFO is one of the most important decisions they will make. A strong CFO does more than oversee financials. They:

  • Provide strategic financial leadership
  • Improve cash flow visibility and forecasting
  • Support scaling operations and infrastructure
  • Prepare organizations for transactions, capital raises, or exits
  • Act as a key partner to the CEO and executive team

At the right time, the right CFO can accelerate growth, reduce risk, and create clarity across the organization.

Hardesty’s Approach to Executive Search
Every successful placement starts with a clear understanding of the business. From day one, our focus with Municipal Co. was to:

  • Deeply understand the company’s goals, challenges, and growth trajectory
  • Align on the strategic priorities for the CFO role
  • Identify candidates with both the technical expertise and operational mindset to succeed

We don’t just match resumes we connect companies with leaders who can step in and make an immediate impact.

Delivering the Right Leader at the Right Time
Timing matters in executive hiring. For Municipal Co., this was a pivotal moment where financial leadership needed to evolve alongside the business. The goal wasn’t just to fill a position it was to bring in a CFO who could:

  • Support current operations
  • Strengthen financial infrastructure
  • Help guide the next phase of growth

Michael Pratt brings the experience, leadership, and perspective to do exactly that.

The Value of the Right Partnership
We’re grateful for the partnership with Municipal Co. and the trust placed in our team throughout the process. Successful executive search engagements are built on:

  • Collaboration
  • Transparency
  • Shared commitment to outcomes

These are the moments that reinforce why we do what we do connecting organizations with leaders who move businesses forward.

Looking Ahead
As companies continue to navigate growth, transformation, and market complexity, the demand for experienced financial leadership will only increase. Whether organizations are looking for:

  • A full-time CFO
  • An interim or fractional finance leader
  • Or guidance on when to make the hire

Having the right partner can make all the difference.

About Hardesty
Hardesty, LLC delivers C-Suite leadership and business solutions on demand. We connect organizations with proven CEO, CFO, COO, CMO, CLO, CHRO, Controller, and VP-level roles who step in quickly, solve complex challenges, and drive results. From interim leadership and strategic project engagements to executive search, Hardesty helps companies lead with confidence and win.