Joe Risico, JD, Cpa
About Joe Risico, JD, Cpa
Joe Risico, JD, CPA, serves as Co-CEO of Aterian since 2023, bringing expertise in strategic negotiations and complex sales. He has a background in law and accounting, having previously held roles as Chief Legal Officer and Head of M&A at Aterian and as a Corporate Associate at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP.
Work at Aterian
Joe Risico serves as Co-CEO at Aterian (NASDAQ: ATER) since 2023. His role involves overseeing the company's strategic direction and operations in a hybrid work environment. Prior to this position, he held the role of Chief Legal Officer and Head of M&A at Aterian from 2018 to 2023. During his tenure, he focused on mergers and acquisitions, leveraging his legal expertise to drive business growth.
Education and Expertise
Joe Risico holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting and Economics from New York University. He furthered his education at Columbia Law School, earning a Doctor of Law (J.D.) with a focus on Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law. His qualifications as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) enhance his legal and business acumen, particularly in strategic negotiations and complex sales within international business and venture capital.
Background
Joe Risico has a diverse professional background that includes significant roles in both legal and financial sectors. He began his career at EY, where he worked as an Audit Senior and Litigation Consultant from 1995 to 1998. He then transitioned to Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP, serving as a Corporate Associate from 2001 to 2006. His experience spans working with start-ups, private equity firms, and Fortune 500 companies, providing him with a robust understanding of leveraged finance.
Previous Roles at Aterian
Before becoming Co-CEO, Joe Risico played a crucial role at Aterian as Chief Legal Officer and Head of M&A from 2018 to 2023. In this capacity, he was responsible for managing legal affairs and spearheading mergers and acquisitions, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives and growth during his five-year tenure.