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Why the CFO mindset can clash with CEO demands
Francisco Cervera
Partner, Spain
Francisco Cervera is a business leader with 25 years’ experience in the industrial sector. As an executive, he led major undertakings such as restructuring, business growth and acquisitions. A skilled problem solver, he has a track record of diagnosing and resolving business issues. Additionally, his technical skill and engineering background enhance his understanding of industrial sector clients.
Professional Focus
- 25 years’ experience in business including senior executive roles
- Specialized expertise in the industrial sector including manufacturing, power and automotive
- Broad business background spanning operations, team management, acquisitions, restructuring, business development, strategic growth, policy development, logistics and supply chain
- Highly skilled in addressing business issues related to industrial strategies, systems, purchasing and quality
- Native Spanish, proficient in English
Business Expertise
- Chief Operating Officer at Grupo Halcón Cerámicas, a leading ceramic manufacturer
- Chief Operating Officer at Power Electronics, a multinational manufacturer of power electronic devices for solar and industrial applications
- Corporate Purchasing Director at Grupo Antolín, a leading international Spanish manufacturer of automotive interiors; held various roles over the course of nearly 20 years including Industrial Director, Chief Quality Officer, and Industrial & Commercial Management Director
Additional Expertise
- Industrial
- Manufacturing
- Automotive
Areas of Expertise
Education & Certifications
- Executive MBA from IESE Business School of the University of Navarra, Madrid
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from TECNUN (School of Engineering at San Sebastián)
Case Studies
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Auto-tech that Belongs to a Private Equity
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A Time-Critical CFO Hire for a Scaling, PE-Backed Manufacturer
Boyden partnered with a private equity-backed leader in automated test systems to execute a Partner-led search with disciplined assessment and rapid momentum, identifying a finalist within two weeks and closing the mandate within 60 days.
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Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
A Regional CEO Search to Realise U.S. Market Potential for a European Family-Owned Business
A European family-owned business approaching generational transition recognized that its U.S. operation required more than continuity—it required growth. The challenge was to redefine leadership for a critical market while navigating family dynamics and cross-border complexity. Here’s how the right appointment helped unlock the company’s U.S. potential.
Articles & Papers
Private Equity's Role in Powering the Energy Transition
As energy markets transform, private equity is driving the transition with diversified portfolios and leaders who can master both legacy and renewable systems.
Boyden Report Series
What’s Next for Industry? AI, Transformation, and the Talent Imperative
Industrial Trends Report: Analysing markets, studies, and trends on how AI, machine learning, and digitalisation are reshaping the industrial sector, with expert insights on talent and leadership from Boyden’s Global Industrial Practice Members.
Blog
Revitalising the European Automotive Sector: Navigating New Challenges and Embracing Innovation
To survive in the new competitive environment and master the legislative challenges set by the EU, the automotive sector needs an approach reset
Media
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News & Events
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In the Media
Epochal change: Why the automotive industry needs diversity now
In this guest article for the” Top 25 Women” initiative, Jutta Menzenbach of Boyden, an executive search firm, writes about the importance of diversity in the automotive industry to drive economic success.
Press Release
CEE Executives Value Safety and Family Comfort Over Salary When Relocating, New Boyden Study Finds
New Boyden study reveals CEE executives prioritize safety, quality of life, and family integration over salary when relocating, with Poland, Czech Republic, and Hungary leading.
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