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James Spivey
VP of Finance at Socio
James Spivey is a seasoned finance professional with a background in military service and corporate finance. His military experience instilled in him valuable skills such as thriving under pressure, leading with integrity, and making decisive decisions.
Spivey's expertise lies in financial planning and analysis (FP&A) within the cloud software industry, where he has successfully led financial strategies for companies like Conversica and Qualys, driving equity investments and improving customer experience.
With an MBA in Finance from the University of Rochester and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the United States Naval Academy, Spivey brings a unique blend of financial acumen and technical knowledge to his roles.
His career highlights include leading the post-acquisition integration and cultural transformation at RhythmOne, facilitating the sale of YuMe to RhythmOne, and challenging the status quo to drive growth and profitability in various finance leadership roles.
Spivey's core competencies include long-range strategy planning, profit maximization, financial modeling, business partnership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional team leadership. He is known for asking tough questions, challenging norms, and holding himself accountable for decisions.
Currently, Spivey serves as the VP of Finance at Socio and has previously held positions such as Finance Executive Consultant at CV Partners and Senior Director of Finance at RhythmOne. His diverse experience in financial planning and analysis positions him as a valuable asset for organizations seeking a strategic and results-driven finance leader.