Spencer Ware has over 20 years of experience in corporate turnaround and restructuring. Spencer’s work as Chief Restructuring Officer (“CRO”) at Eastern Outfitters was recognized by M&A Advisor, Turnaround Atlas, and received the Turnaround Management Association’s Mid-Sized Transaction of the Year Award. He was recognized by M&A Advisor as the 2022 Turnaround Consultant of the year, by the American Bankruptcy Institutes in their 40 Under 40 list of outstanding young professionals and received leadership awards from the New York Institute of Credit and the M&A Advisor.

Relevant Examples of Experience

As a leader of domestic and international teams, Spencer has represented, & negotiated with, diverse key stakeholder groups, including corporations, JV’s, boards, senior executives, and creditors ranging from lenders to suppliers.

Spencer has served in a number of interim executive roles including CEO of BH Cosmetics, Chief Restructuring Officer of BH Cosmetics, Eastern Mountain Sports and Bob Stores. He also served as interim Treasurer at JC Penney’s during their restructuring.

Spencer has extensive experience in financial analysis including strategic business planning, liquidity analysis, recapitalization efforts including covenant negotiations, and in-court and out of court restructurings.

Representative clients include Aegerion Pharmaceuticals, BH Cosmetics, Bob’s Stores, Claire’s, CEVA, Eastern Mountain Sports, Enron, Fairway Markets, General Growth Properties, Gymboree, JC Penney’s, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Seabras, Staples, Toys “R” Us, Media General, Party City, Pegasus Trucking, Pipeline Data, Provo Craft, Port Authority of Puerto Rico, SemGroup Energy Partners, The Image Group, and TOUSA.

Education/Certifications

Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Haverford College

General Course
London School of Economics

Certified Insolvency and Restructuring Advisor (CIRA)

Certified Turnaround Professional (CTP)