Mr. Zane Stevens

Zane Stevens Co-Founder and Director, Protea Financial Biography: Zane Stevens is a seasoned accounting professional with over 17 years of experience, recognized for his innovative approach to financial operations and his dedication to helping businesses achieve sustainable growth. As Co-Founder and Director of Protea Financial, Zane has built a firm specializing in operational accounting, offering services tailored to wineries, the beverage industry, and beyond. His expertise spans cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, inventory costing, and stakeholder relations. Under Zane’s leadership, Protea Financial has become a trusted partner for businesses seeking clarity and peace of mind in their financial operations. Zane’s work is marked by his commitment to simplifying complex financial processes and his passion for building long-term relationships with clients. Zane is also an active thought leader and speaker, sharing his insights on topics such as niching down in business, streamlining workflows, and leveraging accounting expertise for strategic decision-making. His podcast, Protea Conversations, highlights the stories and lessons from industry leaders, showcasing his ability to engage audiences and spark meaningful dialogue. In addition to his professional pursuits, Zane contributes to his community as a volunteer and coach with the Novato Youth Soccer Association and is an Assistance Group Leader at ProVisors. His dedication to excellence and community impact earned him recognition as a North Bay Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree in 2024. Speaking Topics: The Power of Niching Down: How to Scale and Streamline for Growth Unlocking the Potential of Operational Accounting in Your Business Benchmarking for Success: Financial KPIs and Insights for the Wine Industry Creating Processes That Simplify and Scale Your Firm Notable Achievements: Co-Founder of Protea Financial, a leader in operational accounting for wineries and the beverage industry Host of Protea Conversations podcasts Recognized as a North Bay Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree in 2024 Leader in community engagement as a youth soccer coach and volunteer