Sheryl Laughlin

Sheryl Laughlin currently serves as the Controller at Secoa, Inc., where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the company's financial strategy and ensuring operational excellence across multiple disciplines. Leveraging her extensive background in public accounting and her deep expertise in high-tech, medical, aerospace, defense manufacturing, and construction industries, Sheryl oversees the company's financial analysis, reporting, and internal controls. Her strategic focus is on implementing best practices in cash management, financial consolidation, and compliance, which are critical for Secoa’s growth and stability in a highly regulated and competitive environment.

In her role, Sheryl leads cross-functional teams in finance, accounting, human resources, and contract administration, fostering a collaborative approach to problem-solving and process improvement. She manages key external relationships with financial institutions, surety providers, benefit administrators, and IT vendors, ensuring that Secoa maintains robust financial health and operational resilience. Her expertise in SEC filings, internal audits, and internal controls ensures transparency and compliance with industry standards, supporting the company's strategic objectives.

Sheryl’s results-oriented mindset, combined with her ability to communicate effectively both formally and informally, enables her to align financial initiatives with Secoa’s broader business goals. Her innovative approach to financial analysis and her attention to detail help identify opportunities for cost savings, risk mitigation, and process efficiencies. As a strategic leader, she continuously seeks to enhance financial systems and reporting capabilities, ensuring Secoa remains agile and competitive in dynamic markets. Her leadership and technical skills make her an invaluable asset to Secoa’s senior management team, driving sustainable growth and operational excellence.