William Newman
About William Newman
William Newman serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Cvent, where he has significantly influenced the company's financial strategy during its transition to a cloud-based event management technology provider. With a robust background in finance and investor relations, he has held various leadership roles in the industry, including previous positions at Alkami Technology and Online Resources.
Current Role at Cvent
William Newman serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Cvent since 2020. In this role, he leads the financial strategy for the company, particularly during its transition to a cloud-based event management technology provider. His responsibilities include overseeing financial operations, providing strategic insights, and managing investor relations.
Previous Experience at Cvent
Before his current position, Newman held several roles at Cvent. He was the Senior Vice President of Finance and Acting Chief Financial Officer from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, he served as the Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis from 2014 to 2018. His tenure at Cvent has spanned over eight years, contributing significantly to the company's financial strategies.
Career Background
Newman's career includes various financial leadership roles. He worked at Alkami Technology as a Consultant and Interim CFO in 2014. Prior to that, he spent five years at Online Resources, where he held positions including Vice President of Finance and Senior Director and Corporate Controller. His early career included a role as a Senior Financial Analyst at Online Resources and a Consultant in the Financial Advisory Services Group at PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Education and Expertise
William Newman studied at the University of Virginia, where he earned both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Accounting. His education has provided a strong foundation for his expertise in financial operations, system implementations, and investor relations. He leverages this expertise to drive growth and optimize financial strategies at Cvent.
Achievements in Financial Strategy
Newman has played a key role in shaping Cvent's financial strategy, particularly in relation to mergers and acquisitions. His strong background in Wall Street and investor relations has been instrumental in enhancing Cvent's financial communication strategies. He actively engages with the board of directors to ensure alignment with the company's financial goals.