The Tolan Group (TTG), a Hunt Scanlon Top 40 Healthcare Executive Search Firm, is pleased to announce the successful placement of Ben Akan as Director, Financial Planning & Analysis for ARSA, with over a decade of experience in corporate finance. Ben is adept at establishing and leading high-performing teams, bringing his expertise in financial planning, analysis, and corporate development to his new role. With a proactive, action-based approach to leadership, Ben specializes in the creation of robust financial models, optimization of executive reporting, and impactful contributions to key transactions.
The Advanced Reconstruction Surgery Alliance (ARSA) works with unaffiliated specialist cosmetic and reconstructive medical professionals to ensure their businesses grow and thrive. ARSA allows reconstructive and plastic surgery practices to focus on their patient's success, thereby helping clients to directly connect with the best surgeons, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other allied health professionals.
Prior to joining ARSA, Ben was Director, FP&A for EyeSouth Partners, establishing and leading the department. He expanded the team strategically and achieved over 90% accuracy in budgeting, streamlined reporting processes, ensuring timely and accurate results.
Ben holds an MS, Finance from Vanderbilt University Owen Graduate School of Management and a BS from Ohio State University.
The Tolan Group (TTG), a Hunt Scanlon Top 40 Healthcare Executive Search Firm, executed this search assignment. Rachel Gauthier, Managing Partner, and Hailey Brandvold, Senior Search Consultant, led the search efforts for TTG.