Clare Tokheim
About Clare Tokheim
Clare Tokheim serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Pypestream and has a diverse background in strategy and finance, including roles at Karat and Goldman Sachs. She has been involved in various capacities within the investment and technology sectors, demonstrating expertise in strategic planning and account management.
Current Role at Pypestream
Clare Tokheim serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at Pypestream, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing strategic initiatives that drive growth and enhance the company's market position. Her experience in strategy and management positions her to contribute effectively to Pypestream's objectives.
Previous Experience at Karat
Clare Tokheim worked at Karat in various roles from 2017 to 2022. She began as the Sales Operations & Analytics Lead, where she focused on optimizing sales processes. She then transitioned to Head of Strategy & Account Management from 2018 to 2020, followed by her role as Head of Karat Growth from 2020 to 2022. These positions allowed her to develop strategic plans and manage key accounts, contributing to the company's growth during her tenure.
Experience at Goldman Sachs
Before her time at Karat, Clare Tokheim worked at Goldman Sachs as an Equity Research Analyst from 2014 to 2017. In this role, she conducted in-depth analysis of market trends and company performance, providing insights that informed investment decisions. Her experience at Goldman Sachs laid a strong foundation for her subsequent roles in strategy and management.
Educational Background
Clare Tokheim studied at Southern Methodist University, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Finance from 2010 to 2013. During her studies, she gained essential knowledge and skills that have supported her career in finance and strategy.
Additional Roles and Experience
In addition to her primary roles, Clare Tokheim has held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She served as a Teaching Assistant at Southern Methodist University's Cox School of Business for four months in 2013 and worked as an Investment Banking Summer Analyst at KeyBank for three months in the same year. These experiences provided her with a diverse skill set in finance and education.