Rachael Rackley
About Rachael Rackley
Rachael Rackley serves as the Senior Team Executive Assistant to the CFO at Vista Equity Partners. She has a diverse professional background that includes roles in education, hospitality, media, and law, along with advanced training in conflict resolution and team-building.
Current Role at Vista Equity Partners
Rachael Rackley serves as the Senior Team Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer at Vista Equity Partners. She has held this position since 2022, operating from the firm's Austin, Texas office. In this role, she is responsible for providing high-level administrative support and facilitating communication within the executive team.
Previous Experience at Vista Equity Partners
Prior to her current role, Rackley worked at Vista Equity Partners as the Executive Assistant to the President of Vista Credit Partners from 2019 to 2022. This position allowed her to gain significant experience in supporting senior executives and managing complex schedules within the financial services sector.
Education and Expertise
Rackley studied at Christopher Newport University, where she earned a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Peace and Conflict Studies from 2007 to 2010. She furthered her education at George Mason University, obtaining a Master of Science in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from 2012 to 2013. She has advanced training and certifications in conflict resolution, meeting facilitation, and negotiation techniques.
Career Background
Rackley's career includes diverse roles across various organizations. She worked as a Lead Trainer and Event and Donations Coordinator at P.F. Chang's China Bistro from 2006 to 2016. Additionally, she served as a Litigation Paralegal at The Joel Bieber Firm from 2014 to 2016. Her early career included internships at Al Jazeera Media Network and the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations in 2012.
Professional Interests
Rackley is passionate about enhancing work culture and promoting team-building measures within organizations. She advocates for continued learning and development, particularly during periods of company scaling, reflecting her commitment to fostering a positive and productive work environment.