Gabriel Bauer

Gabe is an experienced operator, investor, and M&A professional with a background in acquiring, scaling, and advising founder-led businesses. At FFO, he helps business owners maximize enterprise value through strategic CFO services and financial leadership.

Entrepreneurial Journey

Gabe began his entrepreneurial journey by founding multiple ventures, including a peer-to-mentor mental health platform and a nutrition coaching company. He later went into small business investing—most notably, he invested in a biohazard remediation business, where he implemented operational systems, hired a leadership team, and led add-on acquisition initiatives. These experiences gave Gabe firsthand insight into the challenges and opportunities that small business operators face when scaling.

Professional Background

Gabe’s professional background includes his role as an Associate at the Kuttin Family Office (KFO), where he worked alongside a five-person deal team deploying capital into professional services businesses.

Vision for FFO

At FFO, Gabe is focused on delivering high-impact strategic finance solutions that help founders scale profitably and prepare for long-term exits. His mission is to offer founder-friendly, non-equity CFO support that serves as a true thought partnership to unlock value.