Michael G. Bergthold

Michael G. Bergthold, CTP is a senior managing director with JS Held LLC in Los Angeles in its Strategic Advisory Group, which he joined in October 2024 as part of J.S. Held’s acquisition of Stapleton Group. He has more than 30 years of experience advising public and private companies on strategy, finance and accounting to serve as CRO, financial advisor, interim executive or strategic board member for companies in financial distress or transition. Mr. Bergthold implements restructuring strategies, leads capital-raises, and negotiates with lenders and investors. He also guides clients through complex legal processes in formal and informal reorganizations. As an interim CEO, CFO, president, or director of companies in transition, he guides management teams and stakeholders through strategic planning, budgeting and forecasting, complex negotiations, and recapitalizations. Prior to joining Stapleton Group, Mr. Bergthold was a licensed CPA in California and Arizona for 25 years. He also held positions at EY and Andersen and was a senior executive at accounting and IT outsourcing firms. His industry experience includes agriculture, diagnostic laboratory, manufacturing, professional services, real estate, transportation and IT services. Mr. Bergthold received his B.S. in accounting from Arizona State University.