Next Level Now Transitions to Women-Owned Leadership
New York, Friday, 5 December 2025.
Next Level Now becomes a women-owned business with Brandi Bonds as CEO and Sonja Fridell Pomerleau as Equity Partner, marking a significant leadership shift towards diversity and inclusion.
Leadership Change at Next Level Now
Next Level Now (NLN), a prominent provider of CFO-led financial and operational services, has officially transitioned to a women-owned business as of today, 5 December 2025. This transition is marked by Brandi Bonds stepping into the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), following her acquisition of shares from the company’s founder, Ken Peterson. Bonds, previously a shareholder and Managing Partner, is poised to steer the company towards new growth opportunities [1].
New Leadership Roles and Strategic Vision
Joining Bonds in this leadership transformation is Sonja Fridell Pomerleau, who has been appointed as the new Equity Partner and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Pomerleau, who previously served as Vice President of Sales, brings a wealth of experience to her new role. Her appointment is a strategic move aimed at enhancing NLN’s ability to innovate and expand its footprint in the market. The leadership team has expressed their commitment to setting a new standard for outsourced financial leadership by leveraging EOS® principles and Service Leadership® frameworks [1].
Continued Involvement of the Founder
Despite stepping down from his role as owner, Ken Peterson, the founder of NLN, will continue to be involved with the company. He remains with the firm as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO), ensuring a seamless transition and continuity in client services. Peterson’s ongoing involvement is seen as critical in maintaining the company’s legacy while supporting its new strategic direction under Bonds and Pomerleau [1].
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The transition to a women-owned business under the leadership of Bonds and Pomerleau reflects a broader trend in the corporate world towards diversity and inclusion in executive roles. This move not only positions NLN to better meet the evolving demands of its clientele but also sets a precedent for other companies in the financial services industry. The leadership team plans to invest in top-tier CFOs, advisors, controllers, accountants, and technologists to build the industry’s strongest financial leadership bench [1].