Bryan Woliner
About Bryan Woliner
Bryan Woliner serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Root Capital, where he has worked in various financial roles since 2010. He holds an MBA in Nonprofit Management and an MS in Information Systems from Boston University, as well as a BA in Political Science and Economics from Oberlin College.
Current Role at Root Capital
Bryan Woliner serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Root Capital, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he oversees the financial operations of the organization, ensuring the effective management of resources. His responsibilities include leading financial strategy, budgeting, and financial planning. Additionally, he manages Root Capital's information technology operations, providing global staff with the necessary systems and data to enhance impact across various regions, including Latin America, sub-Saharan Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Previous Positions at Root Capital
Bryan Woliner has held multiple roles at Root Capital prior to his current position as CFO. He served as Interim CFO from 2018 to 2020 and was Vice President of Finance & Information Technology during the same period. His earlier roles include Director of Finance from 2013 to 2017, Senior Director of Finance & Information Technology from 2017 to 2018, and Director of Financial Planning & Analysis from 2012 to 2013. He began his tenure at Root Capital as Budget Manager & Financial Analyst in 2010.
Education and Expertise
Bryan Woliner holds an MBA in Nonprofit Management from the Questrom School of Business at Boston University, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. He also earned a Master of Science in Information Systems from the same institution during the same period. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics from Oberlin College, completed from 2000 to 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and strategic planning.
Career Experience in Finance
Bryan Woliner has over a decade of experience in finance and impact investing across various sectors, including private, public, and nonprofit. Before joining Root Capital, he worked at Glass, Lewis & Co. as a Lead Research Analyst and Research Analyst from 2005 to 2006. He also gained experience as a Graduate Analyst Intern at GAO in 2009. His diverse career has equipped him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and strategic decision-making.