Heather Paduck
About Heather Paduck
Heather Paduck serves as the Chief Financial Officer at STACK Infrastructure, bringing extensive experience in financial management and real estate investment. Her background includes leadership roles at Northwood Investors LLC, Pembroke Real Estate, and Fidelity Investments, along with a solid educational foundation in Accounting and Finance.
Current Role at STACK Infrastructure
Heather Paduck serves as the Chief Financial Officer at STACK Infrastructure, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring that financial strategies align with business objectives. Her focus includes enhancing organizational efficiency through system implementations and effective capital structuring.
Previous Experience in Financial Leadership
Before joining STACK Infrastructure, Heather Paduck held several significant roles in finance. She was the Chief Financial Officer at Northwood Investors LLC from 2016 to 2019, and prior to that, she served as Chief Financial Officer at Pembroke Real Estate from 2014 to 2016. Her experience also includes a tenure as Director at Fidelity Investments from 2003 to 2007, where she contributed to financial management and strategy.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Heather Paduck earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Indiana University, where she studied from 1993 to 1997. She later pursued a Master of Business Administration in Finance at Suffolk University, completing her degree from 2004 to 2007. Additionally, she briefly studied at the University of Melbourne in 1996, further broadening her educational experience.
Expertise in Financial Management and Compliance
Heather Paduck possesses strong expertise in debt capital markets and tax structuring. Her background includes a proven track record in ensuring regulatory adherence and optimizing financial operations. She is known for aligning business outcomes with financial management, which fosters a cohesive strategic environment within organizations.
Career Progression and Roles in Finance
Heather Paduck's career in finance began after her education, starting as a Senior Associate at PwC from 1997 to 2001. She then advanced to Manager at PwC from 2001 to 2003. Following her time at PwC, she took on the role of Vice President Finance at Pembroke Real Estate from 2007 to 2014, before transitioning to Chief Financial Officer roles in various organizations.