Tara French
About Tara French
Tara French serves as the Executive Director of Technology Diligence at Vista Equity Partners, where she has worked since 2018. With a robust background in software development and project management, she has held various roles in notable companies, including Ristech Company Inc. and Kirtas Inc.
Current Role at Vista Equity Partners
Tara French serves as the Executive Director of Technology Diligence at Vista Equity Partners. In this role, she focuses on evaluating technology investments and ensuring that the firm's portfolio companies leverage innovative solutions. Since joining in 2018, she has contributed to the firm's strategic initiatives in technology assessment and integration.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Tara French has a significant background in software development, having held various roles over the years. She worked as a Software Project Manager at i2s DigiBook Kirtas from 2006 to 2014, and as a Software Quality Assurance Engineer at Kirtas Inc. from 2009 to 2014. Additionally, she served as a Technical Project Manager at EagleView from 2016 to 2018 and as a Software Sales Manager at Ristech Company Inc. for one year.
Educational Background
Tara French studied at the University of Pittsburgh. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation in technology and project management, contributing to her extensive career in software development and technology diligence.
Career Development and Professional Growth
Tara actively seeks new avenues for professional growth and development. She has a passion for exploring new technologies and expanding her professional network, which reflects her commitment to staying current in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Roles at Kirtas Inc.
At Kirtas Inc., Tara held multiple positions, including Yale University Scanning Project Manager and Quality Control Manager. Her experience at Kirtas contributed to her understanding of project management and quality assurance in software development.