Northern Light Expands Leadership Team with New Executive Appointments

In a significant move towards strengthening its market position, Northern Light has appointed three new executives to its senior leadership team. This transition comes as the company prepares for an ambitious expansion strategy fueled by a recent $23 million investment from LoneTree Capital. The newly appointed executives include David Kelly as Chief Financial Officer, Lindsay Bennett as Chief Revenue Officer, and Sheri Larsen, who continues her role as Chief Product Officer. All three will report directly to CEO David Seuss.

New Faces in Key Leadership Roles

David Kelly, Chief Financial Officer

David Kelly joins Northern Light from SiteSpect, a leading platform for A/B testing, where he held the CFO position. His previous experience also includes notable roles at Aspen Publishing and Qstream. Kelly is recognized for his expertise in building efficient financial operations, strategic planning, and enhancing financial clarity. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy and an MBA from Bentley University. As he assumes his role, Kelly expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity to bring structure and clarity to Northern Light’s financial operations.

Lindsay Bennett, Chief Revenue Officer

Taking charge of the company’s global revenue strategy, Lindsay Bennett has a wealth of experience exceeding 20 years in executive leadership roles. Previously at NewtonX, she was instrumental in achieving a remarkable 260% annual revenue growth. Her mission at Northern Light is to unify sales and marketing efforts while identifying new growth opportunities across various sectors, including life sciences and telecommunications. Bennett earned her BA from Muhlenberg College, and she is excited to leverage her background to enhance marketing initiatives and client engagement at Northern Light.

Sheri Larsen, Chief Product Officer

Sheri Larsen, who has been with Northern Light since its inception, has played an integral part in shaping the company’s product strategy. As Chief Product Officer, she oversees innovation and development within the company. Larsen’s history with Northern Light includes her previous role as Senior Vice President of Product Design and Delivery. With a Master’s from Babson College, she articulated her excitement about continuing to contribute to Northern Light’s evolution, particularly in leading the new product management function.

A Vision for the Future

CEO David Seuss emphasized that the expansion of their leadership team is crucial for advancing Northern Light's objectives. He stated, "The expertise of David, Lindsay, and Sheri will be vital as we drive our efforts in sales, service, product development, and geographical growth in the upcoming months and years."

With a robust client base that includes Fortune 1000 companies across diverse industries, Northern Light affirms its commitment to providing cutting-edge knowledge management platforms. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a leader in competitive intelligence and market research tools, boasting over 200,000 users globally.

As they embark on this new chapter, Northern Light aims to build on its strong foundation and ensure sustained growth through strategic leadership and innovative solutions, reinforcing its position as a key player in the enterprise knowledge management space.