Spencer Ware is a turnaround and restructuring expert with over 20 years of deep experience in developing comprehensive business solutions in restructurings and reorganizations. As a leader of domestic and international teams, he has represented and negotiated with diverse key stakeholder groups, including corporations, JVs, boards, senior executives, and creditors, ranging from lenders to suppliers.
Prior to CR3, Spencer has worked at AlixPartners, Zolfo Cooper, and Riveron, including serving as the head of Riveron’s Retail Restructuring Practice. He was recognized by M&A Advisor as the 2022 Turnaround Consultant of the Year; recognized by the American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) in their 40 Under 40 list; and received leadership awards from the New York Institute of Credit (NYIC) and the M&A Advisor.
Representative Experience
- CRO of Coach USA, a $350MM+ passenger transportation company and the largest bus operator in the U.S. with 27 locations and 2,250 buses.
- CRO of Eastern Mountain Sports, an outdoor clothing and equipment retailer. His work earned him recognition from Turnaround Atlas, M&A Advisor, and the Turnaround Management Association's Mid-Sized Transaction of the Year Award.
- CRO and CEO of BH Cosmetics, a cosmetics company.
- CRO of Bob’s Stores, a chain of retail stores in the Northeastern U.S.
- Treasurer for JCPenney, a U.S. department store chain, through their Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
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CR3 Partners Adds New Partner to New York Office
CR3 Partners continues to add professionals across the U.S. to serve its growing client base and is pleased to announce that Spencer Ware has joined as a Partner of the firm in our New York office.