David Virnelli
About David Virnelli
David Virnelli serves as the Vice President of Corporate Development at CCC Intelligent Solutions, a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in corporate development and mergers and acquisitions, he has previously worked at notable companies such as OpenText, Staples, and IBM.
Work at CCC Intelligent Solutions
David Virnelli has served as Vice President of Corporate Development at CCC Intelligent Solutions since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing corporate development strategies and initiatives. His tenure at CCC is marked by a focus on enhancing the company's growth and market position within the insurance and automotive sectors. Located in Henderson, Nevada, David's leadership contributes to the strategic direction of the organization.
Previous Experience in Corporate Development
Before joining CCC Intelligent Solutions, David Virnelli held several key positions in corporate development. He worked at OpenText as Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions from 2020 to 2021, where he focused on identifying strategic acquisition opportunities. Prior to that, he served as Vice President and Global Head of Corporate Development at Epicor Software from 2018 to 2020. His experience also includes a five-year tenure at Staples, where he was responsible for corporate development initiatives and founded the Staples Innovation Council.
Legal Background and Early Career
David Virnelli began his career as a Corporate Securities Attorney at Dechert LLP from 1994 to 1997. This role provided him with a strong foundation in corporate law and securities regulation. He later transitioned to corporate development roles, including a decade at IBM, where he was a Corporate Development Executive. His legal expertise has informed his strategic decision-making in corporate development throughout his career.
Education and Expertise
David Virnelli holds an MBA with Honors from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where he studied Finance and Accounting. He also earned a JD, Cum Laude, from Boston College Law School. Additionally, he studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Sloan School of Management, completing an Executive Education program in Blockchain Technologies. His educational background equips him with a diverse skill set in finance, law, and business innovation.
Achievements in Corporate Strategy
Throughout his career, David Virnelli has achieved significant milestones in corporate strategy and development. At IBM, he led the M&A Best Practices training for the global business development organization and played a crucial role in strategic acquisitions, including the $5 billion acquisition of Cognos. At Staples, he received the Rapid Expansion Award for his contributions to the company's growth and established the Staples Innovation Council, fostering partnerships with startups.