Patrick Paquette
About Patrick Paquette
Patrick Paquette serves as the Chief Financial Officer at NearForm, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in finance, having previously worked at companies such as First Western Financial, Cognizant Microsoft Business Group, and KPMG.
Work at NearForm
Patrick Paquette has been serving as the Chief Financial Officer at NearForm since 2021. In this role, he oversees the financial operations of the company, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic financial planning. His experience in finance and corporate development contributes to NearForm's growth and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Paquette studied at the University of Notre Dame, where he earned an undergraduate degree in Accounting from the Mendoza College of Business between 1997 and 2001. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business in 2012. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his financial expertise.
Background
Patrick Paquette has a diverse professional background in finance. He began his career at Ernst & Young as a Senior Auditor from 2001 to 2005. He then worked at KPMG as Director of Transaction Services for six years, followed by a role as Director of Finance and Corporate Development at First Western Financial, Inc. from 2011 to 2015. He also served as Chief Financial Officer at New Signature from 2015 to 2021.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before joining NearForm, Patrick Paquette held the position of Chief Financial Officer at Cognizant Microsoft Business Group for eight months in 2021. His previous experience includes significant roles in financial leadership and corporate development, which have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial management and strategy.