Scott Tachiki
About Scott Tachiki
Scott Tachiki serves as the Interim Chief Financial Officer at Cherre since 2024, following a notable career that includes roles as CFO at Liferay, Inc. and NationBuilder, among others.
Work at Cherre
Scott Tachiki serves as the Interim Chief Financial Officer at Cherre, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for preparing board, investor, and lender reporting packages. He also manages the insurance renewal process, ensuring that the company's financial operations align with its strategic goals. His tenure at Cherre marks a significant step in his career, contributing to the financial leadership of the organization.
Previous Roles and Experience
Prior to his current role at Cherre, Scott Tachiki held several key positions in various organizations. He served as Chief Financial Officer at NationBuilder from 2023 to 2024. Before that, he worked at Google as Director of Commercial Management for Google Cloud from 2019 to 2023. His earlier experience includes roles as Chief Operating Officer and Acting CFO at 4D Global Partners, and CEO at SeatSub. He also worked as a Financial Advisor at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business.
Education and Expertise
Scott Tachiki studied at the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration/Accounting from 1985 to 1989. He furthered his education at the University of California, Berkeley - School of Law, obtaining a Doctor of Law (JD) from 1993 to 1995. He also attended the University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco, for one year. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both business and legal principles.
Background
Scott Tachiki has a diverse professional background that spans over two decades. He began his career in 2000 as Corporate Counsel at Workspeed Inc. He co-founded CCO, where he focused on business operations from 2001 to 2005. His experience includes significant roles in financial management and operations, which have shaped his expertise in creating financial models and supporting fundraising and financial planning activities.
Achievements in Financial Management
Throughout his career, Scott Tachiki has demonstrated expertise in financial management. He has created financial models using historical information and key performance indicators (KPI) metrics to support fundraising and financial planning and analysis (FP&A) activities. His ability to prepare comprehensive reporting packages for boards, investors, and lenders highlights his proficiency in financial communications and strategic financial oversight.