Davina Furnish
About Davina Furnish
Davina Furnish serves as the Chief Legal Officer at FreshBooks, bringing extensive experience in technology law and a practical approach to managing legal risks. She previously held legal positions at several companies, including Cantaloupe Inc and Concurrent Computer Corporation, where she contributed to various legal and corporate matters.
Current Role at FreshBooks
Davina Furnish serves as the Chief Legal Officer at FreshBooks, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the legal aspects of the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and managing legal risks. Her leadership in the legal department supports FreshBooks' mission to provide accounting solutions for small businesses.
Previous Experience at Cantaloupe Inc
Before joining FreshBooks, Davina Furnish worked at Cantaloupe Inc as General Counsel from 2020 to 2023. During her three years in this role, she managed the company's legal affairs, providing guidance on various legal issues and supporting business objectives. Her experience at Cantaloupe Inc contributed to her expertise in technology law.
Career at Concurrent Computer Corporation
Davina Furnish held multiple positions at Concurrent Computer Corporation over several years. She served as Corporate Counsel from 2007 to 2011, Assistant General Counsel from 2011 to 2013, and General Counsel & Corporate Secretary from 2013 to 2015. Her tenure at Concurrent provided her with substantial experience in corporate law and governance.
Education and Expertise
Davina Furnish earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History and Philosophy from The Ohio State University. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in technology law and her practical approach to managing legal risks.
Legal Career Overview
Throughout her legal career, Davina Furnish has worked in various capacities, including roles at Web.com as Associate Counsel and at E*TRADE as Director, Associate General Counsel. She has demonstrated a flexible approach to client service and is recognized for enhancing workplace relationships through her engaging interactions.