Daniel Lender
About Daniel Lender
Daniel Lender serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Denodo, a position he has held since 2022. With over 30 years of experience in the enterprise software industry and financial markets, he has previously held significant roles at QAD and Republic National Bank of New York.
Work at Denodo
Daniel Lender serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Denodo, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company. His expertise in financial management and strategic planning contributes to Denodo's growth and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at QAD
Before joining Denodo, Daniel Lender worked at QAD for over 21 years. He held several key positions, including Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer and Chief Legal Officer from 2003 to 2022. He also served as Vice President Global Sales Operations & Latin America from 2000 to 2003. His tenure at QAD involved significant contributions to financial strategy and operations.
Background in Finance
Daniel Lender has a robust background in finance, having worked at Republic National Bank of New York as Vice President & Treasurer from 1989 to 1998 and at QAD as Vice President & Treasurer from 1998 to 2000. His extensive experience spans over 30 years in the enterprise software industry and financial markets.
Education and Expertise
Daniel Lender earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania in 1996. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Applied Economics from Cornell University, which he completed in 1989. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and strategic planning.
Achievements in Financial Leadership
Throughout his career, Daniel Lender has implemented significant financial initiatives, including a new FP&A solution and operational processes to enhance visibility and controls. He also aligned top-level and operational metrics with compensation plans by implementing industry best practice KPIs. Notably, he led a $336M+ investment round that facilitated the onboarding of new investors.