Industry Leaders on the Move: IRIS, Valid8, TaxBit, and Acumatica Announce Key Executive Appointments
In a series of strategic moves that signal growth and expansion, several prominent companies within the tech and financial sectors have announced significant additions to their executive teams.
IRIS Software Group, a leading provider of business solutions, has welcomed Neel Lee Chauhan as its new chief product officer. Chauhan brings a wealth of experience from his tenure at Google, where he played a pivotal role in scaling Google AdWords’ online services platforms, reaching over a million advertisers. He also served as chief product officer at ADP’s Small Business Solutions business unit, where his leadership was instrumental in driving product innovation.
Meanwhile, Valid8 Financial, known for its verified financial intelligence solutions, is bolstering its executive team with two new appointments. Christina Mautz joins as executive vice president for marketing, bringing her expertise to enhance the company’s market presence. In addition, Brett Suchor is set to expand his influence within the company as the new executive vice president for strategic partnerships.
The tax and accounting software sector is also seeing notable appointments. TaxBit, which specializes in tax and accounting software for digital assets, has recruited Dr. Max Bernt as the managing director of Europe. Dr. Bernt’s insights into European tax policy for digital assets are expected to be invaluable as TaxBit navigates the complex regulatory landscape.
Lastly, Acumatica, a provider of cloud-based business management solutions, announced the addition of two ERP industry veterans to its board of directors. Zach Nelson, known for his 15-year tenure as CEO of NetSuite, and Nancy Harris, who held high-ranking positions at Sage North America and Sage Canada before her retirement, are set to bring their extensive experience to guide Acumatica’s strategic direction.
The appointments across these companies underscore a trend of leveraging seasoned leadership to navigate an increasingly digital and interconnected business environment. With these strategic hires, IRIS Software Group, Valid8 Financial, TaxBit, and Acumatica are poised to enhance their product offerings and strengthen their market positions.





