Marisa Linardos
About Marisa Linardos
Marisa Linardos serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Backlight, bringing extensive experience in finance and strategic planning, particularly within the SaaS sector. She has held various leadership roles, including CFO positions at LogRocket, Anaqua, SmashFly Technologies, and Basho Technologies.
Current Role at Backlight
Marisa Linardos serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Backlight, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, focusing on strategic financial planning and long-term modeling. Her expertise contributes to the overall financial health and growth of Backlight, particularly in the context of venture capital and private equity-backed software-as-a-service (SaaS) businesses.
Previous Experience at LogRocket
Prior to her current role, Marisa Linardos worked as the Vice President of Finance at LogRocket for a brief period in 2019. During her five-month tenure, she contributed to the financial strategy and operations of the company, leveraging her extensive background in finance to support its growth objectives.
Career at Anaqua and SmashFly Technologies
Marisa Linardos held the position of Chief Financial Officer at Anaqua from 2020 to 2021, where she managed the financial aspects of the company for one year. Before that, she served as Chief Financial Officer at SmashFly Technologies from 2014 to 2019, a role she maintained for five years. Her leadership in these positions involved strategic financial management and operational oversight.
Educational Background
Marisa Linardos studied at Bentley University, where she earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Accounting. She furthered her education at Bentley University - McCallum Graduate School of Business, achieving a Master of Business Administration (MBA). Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her career in finance and strategic planning.
Expertise in Financial Strategy
Marisa Linardos has a proven track record in fostering strong business and investor relationships, which has been instrumental in helping companies scale successfully. She specializes in long-term financial modeling and strategic planning, particularly for venture capital and private equity-backed SaaS businesses. Her extensive experience also includes integrating businesses post-mergers and acquisitions, ensuring seamless transitions by aligning financial systems and processes.