Patrick Gildea, a successful C-level executive, is widely known for his expertise in driving business strategy, growth, and transformation. He has worked in various technology-driven industries, including digital media/entertainment, e-commerce/cpg, and fintech. Over the years, Gildea has led finance and strategy departments in start-ups, mid-sized, and global public companies with multiple successful strategic exits.

Gildea has a deep understanding of different revenue models and strategies, including data licensing, windowing, SaaS, transactional, ad-based, and subscription-based models, which helps him grow sales, improve margins, and drive profitability. He has substantial experience in all aspects of sourcing, structuring, execution, and diligence related to capital raise, joint venture, partnering, licensing, and M&A.

As a hands-on leader, Gildea is focused on building high-performance teams to support scalable operations aligned with the business's vision. He has a balanced view of business operations beyond financial considerations, having managed and owned full P&L responsibilities, including revenue, supply chain, technology, and customers. Additionally, Gildea has boardroom experience and substantial experience working with investors to provide the story around the business model, key metrics, strategy, business outlook/forecasts, and investment thesis.

Gildea's education includes a Bachelor's of Science from the University of Southern California, a Certificate from 上智大学 (Sophia University), and studying at Long Beach Polytechnic High.