Sunit Patel
About Sunit Patel
Sunit Patel is the Chief Financial Officer at Ibotta, having joined in 2021, and is known for his extensive experience in financial leadership roles across major telecommunications companies.
Chief Financial Officer at Ibotta
Sunit Patel assumed the role of Chief Financial Officer at Ibotta in 2021. As CFO, he oversees the financial operations and strategy of the company. His responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, and managing financial risks to ensure Ibotta's fiscal health and growth. Patel's extensive experience in financial leadership roles brings a solid foundation to Ibotta's executive team.
Executive Vice President at T-Mobile
From 2018 to 2020, Sunit Patel served as the Executive Vice President, Merger and Integration, at T-Mobile. In this capacity, he led the strategic planning efforts to integrate T-Mobile's business with Sprint, overseeing one of the largest and most complex mergers in the telecommunications industry. His leadership was pivotal in aligning the operations and strategies of the two companies post-merger.
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at CenturyLink
Prior to joining Ibotta, Sunit Patel was the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at CenturyLink. In this role, he was responsible for the company's financial strategies, including capital allocation, financial planning, and investor relations. His tenure at CenturyLink was marked by key financial initiatives that contributed to the company's growth and stability.
Financial Leadership at Level 3
Sunit Patel spent over 14 years as the Chief Financial Officer at Level 3, a leading provider of Internet and telecom services, before its merger with CenturyLink in 2017. In his role, he directed financial operations and was instrumental in guiding the company through significant strategic moves and fiscal challenges, ensuring robust financial health and long-term sustainability.
CFA and Educational Background
Sunit Patel holds a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering and Economics from Rice University. His dual expertise in engineering and economics provides a solid analytical foundation for his work in finance. This educational background, complemented by his CFA certification, equips him with a comprehensive understanding of both technical and financial aspects, vital for his roles in various companies.