Sam Kemp
About Sam Kemp
Sam Kemp serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Built Technologies, where he oversees risk management, compliance, data engineering, cybersecurity, and IT operations. He has previously held various leadership roles at GoDaddy and Piper Jaffray, and currently mentors startups at Minnesota Emerging Software Advisory.
Current Role at Built Technologies
Sam Kemp serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Built Technologies, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for managing risk and compliance functions, overseeing IT operations, and ensuring the alignment of strategy with execution. His leadership focuses on fostering a collaborative environment that rallies teams around strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at GoDaddy
Prior to his current role, Sam Kemp held multiple positions at GoDaddy. He served as Vice President of Corporate Strategy from 2020 to 2022, where he was involved in strategic planning and execution. He also held the role of Vice President of Investor Relations from 2018 to 2020, and briefly served as Chief Strategy Officer from 2022 to 2023, contributing to the company's overall strategic direction.
Experience at Piper Jaffray
Sam Kemp worked at Piper Jaffray, where he held the position of Senior Equity Research Analyst from 2017 to 2018. Prior to this, he was an Equity Research Analyst and Assistant Vice President from 2012 to 2017. His tenure at Piper Jaffray provided him with extensive experience in equity research and analysis in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Education and Academic Background
Sam Kemp earned a Bachelor of Science in Business with a focus on Finance from the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in finance and corporate strategy, equipping him with essential skills for his professional roles.
Mentorship Role at Minnesota Emerging Software Advisory
In addition to his role at Built Technologies, Sam Kemp has been serving as a Startup Mentor at Minnesota Emerging Software Advisory (MESA) since 2023. This position allows him to leverage his extensive experience in corporate strategy and finance to guide emerging software companies in their growth and development.