Michael Lemon

Michael Lemon is GES’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) responsible for financial planning, reporting, cash flow management, risk management, and management of the company’s finance department. Mike joined GES in 1993 and has served as the CFO for three decades. He has implemented many of the financial controls and processes that have helped facilitate GES’ growth and client diversification throughout his tenure. Mike is dedicated to continuous improvement at the client and project levels, often working directly with senior managers to implement management tools and processes that enhance project delivery and financial outcomes for GES and our clients.

Mike sits on GES’ Board of Directors and Advisory Council where he provides due diligence and analysis that supports the firm’s decision making related to mergers and acquisitions, capital projects, and strategic business initiatives. He also serves as the lead for corporate services that includes Information Technology, Legal/Procurement , and Finance and Accounting.

Mike’s experience in the environmental services sector dates back to his first internship working at a large environmental firm where he gravitated towards project management tasks like tracking costs and conducting budget analysis. His career also includes experience in banking and lending as well as being a corporate Financial Analyst. Initially a civil engineering major, Mike finished his undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science in finance and economics and later earned a Master of Business Administration in finance with a specialization in environmental law.