Sean Daily
CFO, CAES
An award-winning chief financial officer, Sean Daily led the CAES finance team through a process he describes as both labor-intensive and exciting following the June announcement that Honeywell would acquire the company for about $1.9 billion.
“Sean has been instrumental across CAES, helping us be a partner of choice for our customers and delivering unparalleled performance,” said Mike Kahn, president and CEO of CAES. “Sean is an exceptional CFO, and his abilities and leadership are a big part of our success.”
Last month, Daily was named Virginia Business magazine’s CFO of the Year in the Large Company category, an honor he described as tremendous. He said his team is excited about the acquisition and ready for the next chapter in the company’s business.
Why Watch
Once the sale closes, the rest of 2024 will focus on integrating CAES financially into Honeywell. Many changes will need to be made, including aligning ERPs and transitioning to Honeywell’s financial accounting. The entire finance team will be involved in making this a smooth transition, and Daily said they are looking forward to the new opportunities and experiences ahead.
Daily brings insights from over 20 years’ experience to his role. One thought he carries with him is that “decisions made without the right data is a dangerous proposition.”
Fun fact: Daily enjoys cooking as a way to unwind from the workday. He relishes variety in cooking styles and tastes and never cooks the same recipe twice in a year.