Craig is an investment advisor at Cozad responsible for providing financial and tax planning and asset management services. He also serves as our Chief Compliance Officer and Director of Information Technology. He has extensive experience in accounting, taxes, technology infrastructure, technology security and technology support. He joined Cozad in March 2008.
Craig is a University of Illinois graduate with a degree in accounting with honors and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Craig previously served as accountant with the University of Illinois Alumni Association where he was responsible for implementing a new fund based accounting system, the preparation of financial statements and management of the accounting system and its users. He also served as controller and chief information officer for Health Services Consultants. He began his career in public accounting with the firm of Martin, Hood, Friese & Associates, LP, where he was involved in audit, financial reporting, tax preparation and information technology consulting including network engineering, security and other computer related matters.
Craig has served in the past as treasurer for Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County and for the Champaign County Humane Society, and enjoys giving back to the community in any way he can.