Richard Zicchino

Chief Financial Officer at Shiftsmart

Richard Zicchino is the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Shiftsmart, a company focused on revolutionizing the flexible labor market through its innovative digital platform. He has over 20 years of experience in the Software and Technology industry, demonstrating a strong background in strategic finance, operations, and mergers and acquisitions.

Career Overview

Joining Shiftsmart: Zicchino joined Shiftsmart in 2018 as the Chief Operating Officer before being appointed CFO in March 2021. His leadership has been pivotal in managing nearly 20 acquisitions and their integrations throughout his career.1 2
Previous Roles: Before his tenure at Shiftsmart, he served as Vice President of Finance at Synacor, where he oversaw the merger with Zimbra. He also held the position of Senior Vice President of Operations at Zimbra after its divestiture from VMware. Notably, Zicchino led the integration of Skywire Software during its acquisition by Oracle Corporation.1 3

Skills and Contributions

Zicchino's expertise encompasses:

Mergers and Acquisitions: He has been instrumental in numerous acquisition processes, contributing to the success of significant transactions in his previous roles.
Financial Leadership: His strategic financial management skills have helped shape Shiftsmart's growth and operational efficiency.

Education

Zicchino attended the University of North Texas, which laid the foundation for his extensive career in finance and technology.4 5

Through his leadership at Shiftsmart, Richard Zicchino continues to influence the company's direction as it expands its capabilities in workforce management and staffing solutions.