Francisco Velasquez
About Francisco Velasquez
Francisco Velasquez serves as the Chief Financial Officer at BlueCat since 2023, bringing over 15 years of finance experience and a strong background in financial leadership roles across various companies.
Work at BlueCat
Francisco Velasquez serves as the Chief Financial Officer at BlueCat, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees multiple financial functions, including accounting, financial planning and analysis, treasury, investor relations, legal, IT, internal audit, and tax. His extensive experience in finance enables him to contribute effectively to the company's strategic objectives.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to joining BlueCat, Francisco Velasquez held various finance leadership roles. He worked at 360Learning as Chief Financial Officer from 2022 to 2023. At E2open, he served as Senior Vice President of Finance from 2021 to 2022 and Vice President of Finance from 2018 to 2021. His tenure at Forterro included roles as Vice President of Finance and Director of Financial Planning and Analysis. He also worked at CA Technologies and Rackspace, gaining a comprehensive understanding of financial operations.
Education and Expertise
Francisco Velasquez holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from Hofstra University and a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Finance from Ithaca College. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience, which spans over 15 years in various finance roles across multiple industries.
Key Achievements in Finance
Francisco Velasquez has been instrumental in significant financial initiatives throughout his career. He was part of the team that prepared E2open for its public offering on the NYSE in 2020. Additionally, he has integrated over $400 million in company acquisitions across the Americas and Europe, demonstrating his capability in managing complex financial operations and driving growth.
Leadership and Team Building
Throughout his career, Francisco Velasquez has built and led finance teams in global companies characterized by significant operating scale and complexity. His leadership experience includes developing finance strategies that align with organizational goals and fostering a collaborative environment within finance departments.