Helios Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: HLIO) has announced significant changes to its finance and accounting leadership team, with Michael Connaway joining as Chief Financial Officer and Jeremy Evans being promoted to Chief Accounting Officer. These appointments are part of the company's focus on building a world-class leadership team. Sean Bagan, President, CEO, and CFO of Helios, expressed pleasure in the executive leadership appointments, emphasizing the company's ability to attract top-tier talent while recognizing the exceptional contributions of the existing team.
Michael Connaway brings over two decades of financial and operational expertise, including public company CFO experience, having served as CFO for Aviat Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVNW) since May 2024. His career spans 23 years with leading global companies, including General Electric (GE) and Honeywell. Connaway's goal is to draw from his past experiences at leading industrial technology companies to enhance Helios' strong market positions, resulting in profitable sales growth through disciplined cost management and consistently adding value for shareholders.
Jeremy Evans, who has been with Helios since January 24, 2024, has been promoted to the expanded role of Chief Accounting Officer effective September 1, 2025. Prior to joining Helios, Evans accumulated 25 years of progressive operational and financial management leadership experience with Tech Data, now TD Synnex Corporation (NYSE: SNX). His responsibilities have included driving process improvement, streamlining financial reporting, and navigating complex accounting topics while maintaining timely and accurate financial records and a robust internal control environment.
These leadership changes come as Helios Technologies continues to focus on its strategy for growth, aiming to be the leading provider in niche markets with premier products and solutions through innovative product development and acquisition. The company has paid a cash dividend to its shareholders every quarter since becoming a public company in 1997.
The announcement demonstrates Helios Technologies' commitment to strengthening its financial foundation and driving sustainable growth and value creation for all stakeholders. Today the company's shares have moved 0.99% to a price of $54.91. If you want to know more, read the company's complete 8-K report here.
