Joe Branca
About Joe Branca
Joe Branca is the Chief Financial Officer at Akoya LLC, where he has worked since 2020. He has held various finance-related positions at companies such as BHE, Corero Network Security, and Cisco Systems, and has a strong background in scaling technology companies.
Work at Akoya
Joe Branca has served as the Chief Financial Officer at Akoya LLC since 2020. His role involves overseeing the financial operations of the company, contributing to strategic planning, and ensuring financial compliance. Under his leadership, Akoya has focused on enhancing its financial strategies to support growth and innovation in the financial technology sector.
Previous Experience
Before joining Akoya, Joe Branca held several significant positions in various companies. He was the Chief Financial Officer at BHE for seven months in 2019, and prior to that, he served as Vice President of Business Development and Alliances at Corero Network Security for seven months in 2018. His experience also includes roles as Corporate Controller at Validity Inc. and Controller at Cisco Systems.
Education and Expertise
Joe Branca studied at Amherst College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He furthered his education at Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business, obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA). His academic background supports his expertise in finance and business development, particularly in the technology sector.
Background in Finance
Joe Branca has extensive experience in finance, particularly in technology companies. He worked as Vice President Finance at Corero Network Security for six years and as Controller at Outcome Sciences for ten years. His background includes a strong focus on financial management, strategic planning, and building scalable business models.
Investment and Advisory Roles
In addition to his corporate roles, Joe Branca has been an active investor and advisor to startups. He leverages his extensive experience in scaling technology companies to guide new ventures. His advisory role at SquareWorks Consulting as an Advisory Board Member from 2018 to 2020 further highlights his commitment to fostering innovation in the technology sector.