CCN Expands Into Houston, Welcomes Kody Choate as Managing Director

Cox Consulting Network (CCN) is expanding into the Houston market. Leading that expansion is Kody Choate, CCN’s new Managing Director.

Houston’s business community is defined by fast-moving energy companies and active private equity portfolios. Energy companies deal with cyclical pressure and complex reporting demands. PE-backed companies in the region are scaling through acquisitions and transformations that need experienced finance leadership fast, not eventually.

That’s the gap CCN fills.

Why Houston, Why Now

CCN built its model around speed and fit: senior consultants, transparent pricing, and the ability to have someone in front of a client within 24 to 48 hours.

Houston’s finance and accounting talent market hasn’t always delivered on that promise. Traditional staffing models often mean a longer wait, a less experienced consultant, or both. CCN’s approach closes that gap for companies who can’t afford to wait.

Meet Kody Choate, CCN’s New Managing Director in Houston

Kody brings a decade of experience across public accounting, internal audit, consulting, and business development, with deep focus in:

• Healthcare and pharmaceuticals
• Biotech
• Oil and gas

He started his career at EY, where he built his foundation in accounting and audit, before moving into industry and consulting roles across those same sectors. He holds a Master’s degree in Accounting.

At CCN, Kody partners with executives, private equity firms, and finance organizations to connect them with experienced consultants who make an impact quickly, whether a client is scaling, managing a transformation, or navigating change.

Meet Kody Choate.

Kody’s Approach to Client Relationships

“I believe business is built on trust, not transactions,” Kody said. “When you invest in relationships first and genuinely understand someone’s challenges, you’re able to consistently show up with solutions when they matter most.”

That philosophy shapes how CCN operates everywhere, not just Houston. Consultants who are compensated fairly bring more to an engagement. Clients see exactly what they’re paying for and why. And the right fit matters as much as the right timeline.

What This Means for Houston Finance Leaders

Houston is CCN’s newest market, and Kody is the first point of contact for finance leaders who want to talk through what’s ahead. That could be an immediate staffing gap. It could also be a longer-term conversation about how CCN’s model works and where it fits.

Reach out to Kody directly at [email protected] or click here to learn more about CCN’s finance and accounting consulting services.