John Hedge

John Hedge is the Chief Financial Officer for YAK ACCESS.

John has an extensive background in accounting and operations, with over 35 years in both public and corporate finance. John leads the corporate accounting, treasury and FP&A teams with a “steady as it goes approach”, stamina, expertise and constantly pushing to find a better way to meet the ever-increasing requirements of being a highly visible portfolio company.

Prior to joining YAK ACCESS, John served as the CFO of several private equity backed transportation, logistics and multi-location operating companies in many industries. John was also a senior principal in a boutique professional services organization focused on constant improvement for companies facing financial and liquidity challenges. John has managed multiple M&A transactions and began his career with over 10 years in Big Four public accounting.

John is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame with a degree in accounting and remains an active alumnus and loyal fan of the Fighting Irish. Throughout his career, John has worked in several Latin and South American countries, Europe, and all over the United States. He and his wife of 38 years, Erin, currently reside in Atlanta. He has two grown daughters and is a proud grandfather to his first grandson, also named John but he goes by “JD”. When not at work or traveling, John enjoys golf and spending time with his family, especially with JD!