What People Say…
Trusted voices from leaders and colleagues I’ve had the privilege to have worked alongside through growth, change, and challenge.
“Karan built a strong team, upgraded our systems, and grew into a true CFO-level partner.”
“We hired Karan Pohl to run our accounting department in 2014. She quickly identified areas where we needed to upgrade our accounting software and consequently, oversaw several migrations to better and more robust accounting software platforms over the years.
Karan was the most competent Director of our Accounting Department we had ever hired. She built a very strong team. She has such a pleasant disposition and got along with everyone in our organization. As the years progressed, Karan took on more and more responsibilities and was acting not just as a controller, but more like a CFO. As CEO I often consulted with her to get her thoughts on appropriate investment strategies, acquisitions, and tax issues.
My Brother and I passed Coon Bros. Inc, on to our six adult children January 1, 2020. Karan was a huge asset as we navigated that transition. Karan helped us survive some very difficult times when in March 2020 the State and COVID totally shut us down for several months with no income. Then came the losses and huge disruption of the Great Lahaina Fire. She saw that we always had accurate and current financials, managed our cash flow, invested our cash surplus prudently, managed the accounting on two islands for multiple companies owned by Coon Bros. Inc. She also managed the owner's real estate tax filings and cash flow.
I have only touched on the many ways Karan helped our company. She frankly outgrew our company. I wish her great success as she establishes her own company.”
- James E. Coon, CEO Coon Brothers, Inc.
“Through it all, Karan was a steady and reliable source of calm, wisdom, and expertise.”
“Karan Pohl was our company CFO for over 10 years and helped us navigate through some of the most exciting as well as challenging times in our company's 50+ year history.
Starting in 2014 and the complete replacement of our sailing fleet with all new state of the art catamarans, followed by the transfer of ownership to the next generation of family members, Karan helped them embrace the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead.
And then came COVID, lockdowns, and the complete collapse of our visitor industry, But Karan stayed with the company through these dark days as well. Karan continued to provide valuable guidance during the following years of rebuilding, only to face the unimaginable loss of our beloved and historic Lahaina Town to the firestorm of the century on August 8th, 2023. And yet, through it all, Karan was a steady and reliable source of calm, wisdom and expertise, whose impact and importance on the survival and success of our family of companies cannot be overstated!
While she had many opportunities during her 10+ years with the company to explore other employment offers, she chose instead to stay with us until she felt the next generation of family ownership was ready to take the helm.
As co-founder of Trilogy Corp. along with my brother James E. Coon, I can say without reservation that Karan Pohl was perhaps the best employee I have ever had the pleasure to hire! We wish her all the success she so richly deserves!
- Capt. Randolph S. Coon/ Co-founder Trilogy Corp.
“Karan led with both precision and heart — earning the trust and respect of her colleagues, and making a meaningful impact on our company’s success.”
“It is my distinct pleasure to recommend Karan Pohl to any organization seeking a financial consultant. During her tenure as Controller at Trilogy Excursions, Karan consistently demonstrated the highest level of professionalism, expertise, and integrity in her work.
Karan is an exceptional finance professional, combining competence with sound judgment and strategic insight. Beyond her skills, what sets Karan apart is her exemplary character and grace. She led with both precision and heart—earning the trust and respect of her colleagues, and making a meaningful impact on our company’s success.
I hold Karan in the highest regard and endorse her without reservation. Any organization fortunate enough to work with her will benefit from her dedication, her class, and her unwavering commitment to excellence.”
- Stephen Bennett, President, Trilogy Excursions
“Karan made a meaningful impact not only on the company’s operations but also on everyone she worked with.”
“I had the pleasure of working closely with Karan while she served as Controller at one of our client companies. From the very beginning, she impressed me with her deep knowledge, attention to detail, and exceptional organizational skills. Karan consistently delivered accurate and timely financial information, making complex processes feel seamless.
Beyond her technical expertise, she was an absolute pleasure to work with—professional, collaborative, and proactive in anticipating needs. She made a meaningful impact not only on the company’s operations but also on everyone she worked with.”
- Rob Santos, CEO Arrowroot Family Office, Arrowroot Partners