ALLENTOWN – November 03, 2026 -- JULABO USA Chief Financial Officer Sam Wolf has been selected as a 2026 Leaders in Business & Finance honoree by Lehigh Valley Business in the Chief Financial Officer/VP of Finance category, months after the company reported its highest-performing quarter to date.

Wolf took the CFO role in May 2026 and helped deliver the company's best quarter

Wolf was promoted to CFO in May 2026. Since then, he has played a key role in JULABO USA's financial performance and long-term growth, including the highest-performing quarter in the company's history, according to the announcement. He joined JULABO USA during the economic uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Former Controller now oversees IT, vendors and CRM alongside finance

Before his promotion, Wolf served as Controller, where he strengthened financial processes, improved reporting accuracy and supported data-driven decision-making. His remit now extends beyond finance: he oversees IT functions, manages key vendor relationships and supports internal systems, including the company's customer relationship management (CRM) platform.

Kristi Lane, Human Resources Manager at JULABO USA, said Wolf's "leadership, versatility, and commitment" make him a valued member of the team.

Lehigh Valley Business honored the 2026 class on October 22 in Center Valley

The awards recognize financial professionals who have made outstanding contributions to their organizations and the Lehigh Valley, based on professional achievement, industry involvement and community commitment. Honorees were celebrated on October 22 at the DeSales University Center in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, at an event that brought together business and financial leaders from across the region.