About Colaber8

Tara Willis, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with extensive corporate finance leadership experience, founded Colaber8, LLC in 2020. Tara has successfully partnered with private equity firms, Fortune 500 companies, and small to mid-market businesses, leading complex transformations and optimizing financial and operational processes. Her services cover a wide range of industries, including distribution, technology, life sciences, and aerospace. She works closely with C-suite executives, Boards, and key stakeholders to streamline operations, enhance financial reporting, and execute high-impact business strategies. Find out more about Tara here:  www.linkedin.com/in/tara-roik-willis. 

 ✔ Expertise in Private Equity & M&A Integration 

Seamlessly managing post-deal integrations, carve-outs, and corporate separations.
✔ Finance & ERP Transformation Leader

Successfully implementing ERP (D365, JDE, NetSuite) and EPM (OneStream, HFM) solutions and driving overall finance effectiveness.
✔ Proven Track Record of Breaking Down Silos, Cost Savings & Efficiency Gains 

Delivered operational enhancements reducing costs by upward of 25% and accelerating financial close processes by 30%.
✔ Trusted Advisor to Executives & Boards

Providing strategic insights that align business objectives with financial success. At Colaber8, we bring the leadership, technical expertise, and strategic vision needed to elevate your business and maximize operational efficiency.