THIRD ROAD MANAGEMENT PRESIDENT RYAN KUNKEL NAMED CRAIN’S CHICAGO BUSINESS NOTABLE LEADER: ACCOUNTING, CONSULTING & LAW

Recognition honors Kunkel’s leadership in helping build one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing fractional CFO and financial consulting firms.

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Third Road Management, a leading fractional CFO and financial consulting firm, today announced that President Ryan Kunkel has been named a Crain’s Chicago Business Notable Leader in Accounting, Consulting & Law. The recognition celebrates professionals who are making a meaningful impact through leadership, innovation and client service across Chicago’s business community.
As President, Kunkel has helped guide Third Road Management through a period of sustained growth, expanding the firm’s reach while helping businesses across the country navigate complex financial decisions with confidence. His collaborative leadership style and commitment to delivering practical financial guidance have helped position Third Road as a trusted partner for founder-led and middle-market organizations.
“Ryan has been instrumental in building Third Road into the company it is today,” said John Frank, Founder and CEO of Third Road Management. “He leads with integrity, brings tremendous insight to our clients and has helped shape a culture centered on collaboration and long-term success. This recognition reflects the impact he has made on our team, our clients and the broader business community.”
“I’m honored to be recognized by Crain’s, but this is really a reflection of the incredible team I’m fortunate to work alongside every day,” said Kunkel. “Our mission has always been to help business owners make smarter financial decisions so they can grow with confidence. It’s rewarding to see that work making a difference for our clients.”
Today, Third Road Management has grown to a team of 50 professionals serving clients in 18 states, providing fractional CFO, accounting and strategic advisory services to organizations navigating periods of growth, transition and change. The firm continues to invest in experienced talent and innovative solutions that help businesses build stronger financial foundations and achieve long-term success.
Crain’s Chicago Business Notable Leaders in Accounting, Consulting & Law are selected based on professional achievements, industry leadership and meaningful contributions to their organizations and communities.
Learn more about Third Road Management’s fractional CFO, accounting and advisory services at thirdroadmgmt.com.

About Third Road Management
Third Road Management is a leading fractional financial services company focused on revolutionizing how small to mid-sized companies optimize their finance and accounting functions by providing fractional access to top-tier financial expertise and guidance. Across the nation, there are over one million organizations generating revenues under $100 million that lack the essential strategic, financial, and operational expertise needed to establish a sustainable and scalable foundation. Third Road Management addresses this challenge by offering a re-imagined CFO suite, featuring some of the most skilled Fractional CFOs and Accountants available in the market. For further information, please visit www.thirdroadmgmt.com.

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