Carlstrom named CFO at George J. Priester Aviation

Ron Carlstrom was appointed Chief Financial Officer at George J. Priester Aviation.

Carlstrom brings over two decades of senior executive leadership experience, including CFO tenures in the technology, software as a service, and life insurance industries.

“Ron’s experience has demonstrated his acumen in managing and coordinating large-company resources, as well as the unique needs of companies that are growing from one stage to another,” said George J. Priester President and CEO Brent Moldowan.

He added, “His strengths help us continue to unify our family of brands and strategically map out the next chapter of an 80-year company.”

Carlstrom comes from a family-owned business background, working for the Chicagoland retail stores his entrepreneurial parents have operated.

He later worked in various positions, including financial leader for a digital interactive agency acquired by one of the largest HR technology providers in the world.

Carlstrom joined AccuQuote, a leading life insurance quoting and brokerage firm.

For three years, he helped position the company for acquisition and led due diligence efforts, which resulted in its successful acquisition by Swiss Re Group, a global insurance leader.

Post-acquisition, he led the integration of financial reporting and helped build a robust financial governance framework.

“George J. Priester’s legacy resonates with me,” Carlstrom said. “And I welcome the opportunity to work with people who are invested in the company’s success. I look forward to helping bring this successful team together into one unified, scalable operating environment.”

George J. Priester was formed in 2023 as an umbrella for Priester Aviation and acquisitions Mayo Aviation and Hill Private.