About

Owner Operator

With over 14 years of global business experience, Ross Drapalski is the founder of Drapalski Consulting, where he works with private wealth clients, small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), family businesses, and passionate entrepreneurs. He brings extensive expertise in finance, controlling, accounting, and business management across a wide range of industries.

Professional Background:

• U.S. Tax Practice at Ernst & Young (EY) in Frankfurt, Germany: Ross gained valuable experience in global tax strategies, working with multinational corporations.
• Finance Manager at a North Carolina Manufacturing Company: Led an SAP implementation and delivered high-performance controlling systems and accounting statements.
• 12 Years at Germany’s Largest Media Company: Managed projects in across global subsidiaries in diverse sectors, including:
  • Corporate Venture Capital
  • Education and Learning Management Systems (SaaS)
  • IT Project Consulting
  • Publishing
  • Media Rights Management
  • Printing
  • Supply Chain and Logistics

Academic and Consulting Work:

• Ross has lectured at top-ranked European universities in the areas of finance, controlling, and accounting.
• He has worked as a project consultant, helping European clients with M&A due diligence and economic research.

Entrepreneurial Spirit:

Driven by his entrepreneurial passion, Ross founded Drapalski Consulting to assist clients in navigating complex financial and business challenges.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting & Controlling, University of North Texas, 2010
• Masters Degree in Taxation, University of North Texas, 2012
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Issued Jan 2016, North Carolina License 40495
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc., Issued Jun 2018
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), Issued Sep 2019
• Doctoral Degree in Economics, HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management, University of North Texas, Current Student Since 2023

Personal Life:

Ross lives in Ostwestfalen-Lippe (OWL), Germany, with his wife and two children. He frequently travels to Leipzig, Germany, and visits North Texas and the Carolinas to connect with family and clients.