Jessica Saxton
About Jessica Saxton
Jessica Saxton serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Charlotte's Web and has over a decade of leadership experience in Fortune 500 companies. Her previous roles include significant positions at General Motors, Anheuser-Busch InBev, and Owens Corning, where she developed expertise in financial strategy and management.
Current Role at Charlotte's Web
Jessica Saxton serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Charlotte's Web, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, which is based in Boulder, Colorado. Her expertise in financial management and strategic planning contributes to the company's growth and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Charlotte's Web, Jessica Saxton held several significant positions in finance. She served as Chief Financial Officer at EverGrain Ingredients from 2020 to 2021 and worked at Anheuser-Busch InBev as Senior Director of FP&A for North America from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she has experience in corporate development and global mergers and acquisitions from her time at General Motors.
Educational Background
Jessica Saxton studied at The University of Toledo, where she earned a degree in International Business with a focus on Finance from 2005 to 2009. This educational foundation has equipped her with the knowledge necessary for her various roles in financial leadership.
Leadership and Expertise
With over 10 years of leadership experience in Fortune 500 companies, Jessica Saxton has developed a strong skill set in financial strategy and execution. She has led strategies for a revenue portfolio of approximately $15 billion and managed a global hedging portfolio valued at around $5 billion, focusing on commodities, foreign exchange, and interest rates.
Certifications and Specializations
Jessica Saxton holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, demonstrating her commitment to process improvement and operational excellence. She possesses expertise in Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB), which enhances her ability to manage financial resources effectively.