Discover why you should hire a CFO, steps to help you find the perfect candidate, and a few challenges you may face. Also, explore the easiest way to hire a CFO.
Alexander Hughes
Founded Dolphin AI, VP of Product at Covalto, experienced VC investor
Former founder, PM, and experienced venture investor. Previously in investment banking and capital markets. Self-taught coder. New York native.
Work
- https://Soliome.com
Creating the world's most consequential sun protection, unparalleled in performance, safety, and sustainability.
Covalto: Somos el banco del futuro, hoy.
https://covalto.com/Encuentra todas las soluciones financieras para crecer y fortalecer tu empresa en un solo lugar.
Experience
Dolphin AI
CEO, Co-Founder
Jun 2015 - Present
Dolphin AI is an applied computer vision company that leverages advanced image analytics for the Property & Casualty Insurance industry.
- Partnered with multiple Fortune 200 P&C Insurance companies
- Launched a web app with integrated computer vision models to handle over five million images
- Defined company Product and GTM strategy
Covalto
VP of Product
Dec 2018 - Nov 2019
Covalto is a a leading digital banking and services platform for SMEs in Mexico, backed by Point 72 and Goldman Sachs.
- Developed product strategy for development of internal and client facing digital products
- Recruited a team of 20+ PMs, UX/UI, and product data scientists
- Participated in pitch for Covalto's $42M Series B raise led by Goldman Sachs and Point 72
White Buffalo Capital
Partner, Co-Founder
Nov 2018 - Sep 2023
White Buffalo Capital invests in startups and venture funds
- Made over 20 direct investments and over 8 venture fund investments
- Sourced deals and led diligence as managing member primarily responsible for day to dat operations
Nomura Securities
Associate, Capital Markets & Investment Banking
Jun 2010 - Jun 2014
Nomura is a major global financial services group and global investment bank with headquarters in Tokyo, Hong Kong, London, and New York
- Participated in over 100B+ of fixed income underwriting for pharma, oil & gas, financial services, and supranational and sovereign nation clients
- Executed multiple crossborder transactions for clients in the US, Europe, and Asia
- Prepared market and financial analysis for major Fortune 500 clients
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