Drata Welcomes Aneal Vallurupalli as CFO
Drata, a leading name in AI-Native Trust Management, has recently appointed
Aneal Vallurupalli as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This strategic move comes as the company gears up for its next phase of growth in the ever-evolving landscape of governance, risk, compliance, and assurance. With over 8,000 customers relying on Drata’s innovative solutions, including notable brands like
Brex,
Lemonade, and
Forbes Cloud 100 members, the appointment signifies a pivotal moment in the organization's trajectory.
Vallurupalli brings a wealth of experience from previous leadership roles at
Airbase,
Mattermost,
Mapbox, and
Guidewire, where he played a crucial role in steering high-growth companies through transformative phases. His extensive background ranges from corporate development to mergers and acquisitions, equipping him with the skills to enhance financial infrastructure and execute impactful fundraising initiatives.
According to
Adam Markowitz, co-founder and CEO of Drata, having a proven leader like Vallurupalli is essential as the company seeks to scale with both precision and purpose. “As we expand globally and evolve how companies of all sizes operationalize trust, Aneal's expertise will be instrumental in helping us maintain our leadership position in the GRC and Assurance market,” he stated.
In his own words, Vallurupalli expressed enthusiasm about joining Drata at a crucial juncture. “Drata has built a category-defining platform for trust management that is transparent, continuous, and autonomous. I'm excited to leverage AI to transform a market that has long been fragmented and manual,” he noted.
The timing of this appointment follows a year of remarkable growth for Drata, marked by international expansion and product innovation. Earlier this year, Drata reported crossing the
$100 million mark in annual recurring revenue and successfully completed the acquisition of
SafeBase. This acquisition has enhanced Drata's capabilities, allowing organizations to proactively share their trust with customers and stakeholders via AI-powered Trust Centers.
Furthermore, Drata has expanded its leadership team with new promotions, naming
Alex Patman as Chief Revenue Officer and
Arun Singh as Chief Marketing Officer. The company is poised to continue its expansion in
North America,
Europe, and
Australia, strengthening its status as a trusted partner for enterprises navigating an increasingly complex regulatory environment.
As Drata progresses, it remains committed to providing a robust foundation of trust which organizations need to confidently operate in today’s rapidly changing landscape. This foundational commitment to security and transparency is vital for companies looking to thrive as trusted partners in their industries.
Ultimately, the appointment of Vallurupalli as CFO not only reinforces Drata's ambitions on a global scale but also aligns with its long-term vision of redefining trust management in business. With a leader of his caliber, Drata is set to forge ahead in its mission to help every organization build and protect trust efficiently.
For more information about Vallurupalli's new role and Drata’s innovative solutions, visit
drata.com.