Rusty Wiley
About Rusty Wiley
Rusty Wiley serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Datasite, a position he has held since 2014. He has a background in banking and financial markets from his tenure at IBM and holds an MBA from Duke University.
Work at Datasite
Rusty Wiley has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Datasite since 2014. Under his leadership, the company transitioned from a financial communications and print-related business to a global M&A SaaS technology provider. Wiley has overseen significant developments, including the launch of new applications on the Datasite platform that enhance the M&A deal life cycle. He played a crucial role in leading Datasite through its acquisition by CapVest in 2020 and has been instrumental in acquiring several SaaS companies, such as Firmex and MergerLinks.
Previous Experience at IBM
Prior to joining Datasite, Rusty Wiley held various executive positions at IBM Corporation. He served as General Manager for Banking and Financial Markets from 2011 to 2014. Before that, he was a Managing Partner at IBM from 2007 to 2011. His tenure at IBM equipped him with extensive experience in the technology and financial sectors, contributing to his strategic leadership at Datasite.
Education and Expertise
Rusty Wiley holds an MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business, which he completed from 1998 to 2000. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Computer Science from East Carolina University, where he studied from 1982 to 1986. His educational background provides a solid foundation in both business management and technology, enhancing his capabilities as a leader in the SaaS industry.
Background
Rusty Wiley has a diverse professional background that spans over three decades in the technology and finance sectors. He has held significant leadership roles at major corporations, including IBM and Datasite. His experience encompasses strategic management, business transformation, and technology integration, positioning him as a knowledgeable figure in the M&A technology landscape.