Wingman Growth Partners Welcomes Cheri Reeve as CFO
Wingman Growth Partners, a prominent investment firm dedicated to enhancing businesses in the enterprise software and financial technology sectors, has announced the appointment of Cheri Reeve as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This strategic move is aimed at strengthening the firm’s financial oversight and reporting as it continues to grow within its investment focus.
A Leader in Financial Management
Cheri Reeve brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having spent nearly 30 years in various financial leadership positions. Her most recent tenure was at Atlas Holdings LLC, a global investment firm managing over $16 billion in assets. During her nearly 15 years there, she played a pivotal role, serving as Principal CFO and later as Senior Advisor. Cheri significantly influenced Atlas’s development, particularly during periods of substantial growth, where she successfully initiated multiple funds and assembled high-performance finance teams.
Before her time at Atlas, Cheri honed her skills as the Controller at Commonfund, a leading asset management firm, where she led various financial reporting initiatives. She has also worked as an Accounting Manager at Care Technologies, Inc. These roles allowed her to cultivate robust internal controls and scalable financial systems that will enable Wingman’s investment team to focus on identifying and supporting high-potential software companies.
A Statement from Leadership
Jeff Machlin, Managing Partner at Wingman Growth Partners, expressed enthusiasm for Cheri’s hiring. He stated, "As our focus grows on partnering with top-notch technology and software enterprises, we are thrilled to welcome Cheri as our Chief Financial Officer. Her technical expertise and proven record in establishing resilient financial structures will be crucial for our continued success. Her leadership will ensure our operations run seamlessly, allowing us to concentrate on discovering and nurturing exceptional software businesses."
Cheri shares the same enthusiasm, emphasizing the exciting stage of growth at Wingman. "I look forward to implementing scalable financial systems and processes that will support the firm's ongoing expansion while maintaining the discipline, transparency, and controls expected from an institutional platform," she remarked.
Strengthening Foundations
Cheri’s arrival marks a significant advancement for Wingman Growth Partners, reinforcing the firm’s institutional framework. Holding an MBA in Finance from Fairfield University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business with a focus on Marketing and Communications from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, she is well-equipped to drive the financial strategy of the firm. Cheri will operate from Wingman’s office located in Greenwich, Connecticut.
About Wingman Growth Partners
Founded with the vision of fostering growth in software and technology-enabled businesses, Wingman Growth Partners specializes in providing capital and strategic guidance. The firm's commitment is to help these companies scale effectively and compete successfully in their respective markets. As the firm embarks on this exciting new chapter with Cheri Reeve at the financial helm, its future looks promising as it continues to invest in high-potential ventures.
For more information about Wingman Growth Partners and its investment strategy, please visit
www.wingmangrowth.com.