Nelson-Rudie Welcomes Jonathan Burks as Director of Finance
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (March 27, 2026) – Nelson‑Rudie and Associates, Inc. (Nelson-Rudie) is excited to welcome Jonathan Burks as director of finance, adding experienced financial leadership as the firm marks its 50-year milestone and continues to grow.
Jonathan brings years of financial and operational leadership, with expertise in budgeting and forecasting for expense management, capital allocation, supply chain, and sales operations. Beyond financial oversight, he has been hands-on in supply chain and sales operations, giving him practical insight into how strategy translates into day-to-day results.
“Jonathan’s financial expertise and leadership will be instrumental as Nelson-Rudie enters this next chapter,” said Matthew Elhadad, president and CEO. “His ability to align strategy with operational execution will help the company deliver greater value to our teams and clients.”
In his role, Jonathan will guide the firm’s financial planning, forecasting, and reporting functions while collaborating with leadership and project teams to improve transparency and inform decision-making. His efforts will help teams connect financial performance to project outcomes, supporting the firm’s ongoing growth and operational excellence.
Reflecting on his new role, Burks shared, “I’m excited to be joining the leadership team at Nelson-Rudie during such a pivotal time. I look forward to strengthening our financial strategies and supporting the company’s vision for the future.”
As a 100% employee‑owned firm, the addition of Jonathan Burks as director of finance reinforces Nelson‑Rudie’s commitment to building strong financial systems that support sustainable growth and the long‑term success of its employee‑owners.
