Chris Garafola
About Chris Garafola
Chris Garafola serves as the Finance Director at Hearst, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in advertising operations and business system implementation within the newspaper industry, having held various roles at Hearst since 2011.
Current Role as Finance Director
Chris Garafola currently serves as Finance Director at Hearst, a position he has held since 2018. He operates from San Antonio, Texas, and is responsible for overseeing financial operations within the organization. His role involves implementing and supporting business systems that enhance the efficiency of financial processes across Hearst Newspaper markets.
Previous Experience at Hearst
Garafola has a substantial history with Hearst, having worked in various capacities from 2011 to 2018. He served as Ad Ops Director from 2011 to 2016, where he focused on advertising operations. Following this role, he transitioned to Advertising Business Director from 2014 to 2016. He then took on the role of Finance Director in Connecticut from 2016 to 2018 before moving to his current position in Texas.
Expertise in Business System Implementation
Garafola possesses extensive experience in business system implementation, particularly within the newspaper industry. His expertise is focused on developing and supporting systems that streamline advertising and finance operations. This specialization allows him to effectively contribute to the operational efficiency of Hearst's various newspaper markets.
Career Timeline
Chris Garafola's career at Hearst spans over seven years, with a progression through various roles that highlight his versatility and expertise. He began as Ad Ops Director in 2011, moved to Advertising Business Director in 2014, and served as Finance Director in Connecticut from 2016 to 2018. Since 2018, he has continued in the Finance Director role in San Antonio, Texas.