Interview with Dan Francis

Dan Francis, Director of Internal Audit

In the simplest terms, my job is to… Provide independent, objective analysis and consulting services around the company’s processes and procedures. As a department, we work directly with senior leadership and the Audit Committee to develop a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management and control processes to accomplish company objectives.

I can make a customer’s day by… Although I don’t work directly with what most define as a “customer,” being a business resource, assisting in identifying areas of improvement, and providing recommendations to enhance process efficiency and effectiveness to fellow colleagues is a priority within my role.

The most impactful project I’ve worked on so far was/is… The implementation of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) process controls within the Freightliner entities (U.K., Poland, Netherlands and former Australia operations). Although the project had its challenges, it was rewarding, educational and the key to developing the foundation of business relationships that continue to evolve today.

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My favorite G&W location is… Warsaw, Poland. The people, rich history, culture, food and overall experience always exceed expectations.

Outside of work, my favorite thing to do is… Sports has always been a passion of mine growing up and playing at the collegiate level. Most of my time outside of work is enjoyed watching my two children play in youth sports and coaching my son’s baseball teams. Any other free time is spent playing golf, slow-pitch softball, traveling or hanging out with family and friends. I am also an avid Buffalo Bills fan. Go Bills!

My favorite food is… A Ferrari Pizza Bar woodfired pepperoni and mushroom pizza and an order of BBQ chicken wings (extra sauce) from the original Duff’s restaurant in Buffalo, New York! n