CFO’s on the Move: April 2024

Quarter two of 2024 has just started, and many Chief Finance Officers have accepted new positions. Today, Controllers Council will focus on 14 CFOs that accepted in positions in April 2024.

Spotify Names Christian Luiga as New CFO

Spotify Technology has hired Christian Luiga, chief financial officer at Swedish defense and security company Saab, to be its next CFO, as the music-streaming company aims for consistent profitability.

Intel Names Lorenzo Flores as New CFO

Intel announced Lorenzo Flores will be serving as CFO for its Intel Foundry unit as part of a shift in the chipmaker’s financial reporting structure. The new model establishes a “relationship between Intel Foundry, the company’s manufacturing organization, and Intel Products, comprised of the company’s product business units.”

Dave & Buster’s Names Darin Harper as New CFO

Dave & Buster’s Entertainment appointed finance veteran Darin Harper to become its new CFO, the restaurant and entertainment chain. Effective June 17, Harper will replace Dave & Buster’s current finance chief, Michael Quartieri, who is retiring. Harper’s long career in corporate finance includes stints at family entertainment brand Main Event Entertainment, which is now owned by Dave & Buster’s; Mexican food chain On The Border; and Chuck E. Cheese’s parent CEC Entertainment.

Texas Roadhouse Names Chris Monroe as New CFO

Texas Roadhouse said it had appointed former Southwest Airlines (LUV) executive Chris Monroe as its new CFO, effective June 28. According to TXRH, Monroe most recently served as senior VP and treasurer at LUV, where he had worked for the past 30 years.

KFC Global Names Alex Barsk as New CFO

KFC Global has named Alex Barsk as its new chief financial officer, reporting directly to Sabir Sami, KFC Global CEO, effective June 1. Barsk will be responsible for leading KFC’s global finance function and ensuring growth and profitability for the business. She will also oversee KFC’s financial planning analysis and strategy functions.

LIV Golf Names David Phillipps as New CFO

LIV Golf announced a handful of new high-level hires as the league continues to add experience and stability at the executive level. David Phillipps, former Chief Financial Officer for the Equinox Group and Senior Vice President of Finance at Endeavor, has been named the league’s new Chief Financial Officer. Phillipps will report to LIV Golf CEO and Commissioner Greg Norman.

Simpro Names Ashley Mehlman as New CFO

Simpro, the leading total business management software for commercial and residential trade service businesses, announced Ashley Mehlman has been named Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This move reinforces Simpro’s commitment to its mission of delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower its customers’ success in the security, electrical, HVAC and other field service industries.

Bloom Energy Name Daniel Berenbaum as New CFO

Bloom Energy Inc., a leading provider of clean energy solutions, announced today the appointment of Daniel Berenbaum as Chief Financial Officer, effective April 29, 2024. Berenbaum will succeed Greg Cameron, who will remain with the company until mid-May 2024 to ensure a smooth transition.

Catalina Crunch Names Debora Delaney as New CFO

Catalina Crunch, a leading innovator in the snack and health food industry, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Debora Delaney as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With a stellar track record of driving financial growth and fostering strategic partnerships, Delaney brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the Catalina Crunch team.

DMI Names Peter Carlson as New CFO

DMI has appointed Peter Carlson to its executive leadership team as chief financial officer. For the past seven years, Carlson was vice president of financial planning and analysis at DMI. In this role, he helped business leaders across the company deliver on their financial goals and played a pivotal role in the investment from OceanSound Partners in 2021, the company said.

NYCB Names Craig Gifford as New CFO

New York Community Bancorp named banking industry veteran Craig Gifford as its finance chief to succeed John Pinto, as it tries to shore up investor confidence after disclosing faults in its financial reporting earlier this year.

Dexian Names Chris Conover as New CFO

Dexian, a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions, announced that it has hired finance veteran Chris Conover as its new Chief Financial Officer. Conover is a proven financial leader with hands-on experience consolidating financial operations in multi-brand, geographically dispersed organizations.

World Insurance Associates Names Ranae Flanders as New CFO

World Insurance Associates LLC (WIA) has announced the appointment of Renae Flanders as its new chief financial officer. Rich Eknoian, the chief executive officer of WIA, said that Flanders’ addition to the firm will aid WIA’s further growth through her knowledge and expertise in the industry.

Good Glamm Group Names Kamal Lath as New CFO

Good Glamm Group announced Kamal Lath as its new Group Chief Financial Officer, bringing over 23 years of experience across various industries to the role. Lath, a Harvard Business School alumnus, is recognized for his expertise in finance, strategy, and leadership.