Dean Gels

Dean Gels is a seasoned financial executive with extensive experience in the technology sector spanning back to 2001.

He excels in partnering with entrepreneurs, investors, and management teams to develop capital-efficient enterprises with sustainable competitive advantages.

Dean's background includes successful stints as a public company executive, displaying his proficiency in technology services and achieving favorable exits.

His expertise lies in financial planning & analysis, capital budgeting, mergers & acquisitions, complex negotiations, financial systems, and governance.

As a strategic leader, Dean Gels stands out for his empathetic approach, focusing on financial operations, accounting, treasury functions, and investor relations.

He upholds the highest standards of integrity, demonstrating exceptional skills in communication, relationship-building, change management, mentoring, and employee development.

Specializing in various areas including corporate finance, turnaround & restructuring, corporate development, and enterprise sales management, Dean has a sound technical understanding of multiple technologies such as IaaS, SaaS, cloud computing, and data center operations.

Dean Gels holds an MBA from Boston University Graduate School of Management and a BS from the United States Military Academy at West Point.

In his career journey, Dean has held positions such as Chief Financial Officer at MSA Security, Chief Financial Officer at OVHcloud, VP Corporate Development at Borderfree, and has a noteworthy background in Technology Investment Banking at RBC Capital Markets.

Dean Gels also served as a Captain in the US Army, further enriching his leadership abilities and strategic acumen.