Dave Harutian
About Dave Harutian
Dave Harutian serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Qualified, bringing over a decade of experience in strategic advisory, including valuation and mergers & acquisitions. He holds a BS in Finance and Economics from The Ohio State University and an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management.
Current Role as Chief Financial Officer
Dave Harutian currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Qualified, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, including financial planning, risk management, record-keeping, and financial reporting. His extensive experience in finance and corporate development supports Qualified's strategic objectives and financial health.
Previous Experience at Qualified
Before becoming the Chief Financial Officer, Dave Harutian held several key positions at Qualified. He served as the Senior Vice President of Finance from 2022 to 2024, where he managed financial strategies and operations. Prior to that, he was the Director of Finance and Operations from 2020 to 2021, and he briefly held the role of Vice President of Finance in 2021. His progressive roles at Qualified demonstrate his deep understanding of the company's financial landscape.
Experience at Acquia
Dave Harutian worked at Acquia in various roles from 2018 to 2020. He started as a Corporate Development Manager, where he focused on strategic initiatives and corporate growth. He later served as a Senior Manager in Corporate Development for a brief period. Additionally, he gained experience as an MBA Summer Intern in Corporate Development in 2017. His time at Acquia contributed to his expertise in corporate finance and development.
Educational Background
Dave Harutian holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the MIT Sloan School of Management, where he studied Entrepreneurship and Innovation from 2016 to 2018. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance, Economics, and Russian from The Ohio State University, completing his studies from 2005 to 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in finance and corporate strategy.
Professional Experience at Duff & Phelps
Dave Harutian began his career at Duff & Phelps, where he worked as an Investment Banking Analyst from 2011 to 2013 and later as an Investment Banking Associate from 2013 to 2014. During his time there, he gained valuable experience in strategic advisory, valuation, mergers and acquisitions, and financial analysis, which laid the groundwork for his future roles in corporate finance.