Adam Banakus is a seasoned financial leader with extensive experience in scaling FP&A functions and driving strategic financial initiatives. With a strong track record in corporate finance and strategic planning, Adam has successfully led financial planning and reporting processes at high-growth tech companies, including POSH AI, Shippo, Narvar, and PagerDuty.

At POSH AI, Adam built the FP&A function from the ground up, implementing automated processes that supported key financial decisions, including a successful Series B fundraise. His tenure at Shippo saw him elevate the FP&A and Total Rewards functions, facilitating major funding rounds that raised over $140 million and designing compensation strategies aligned with remote-first policies. Adam’s efforts at Narvar laid the groundwork for scalable financial operations, contributing to the company’s Series C funding.

With a deep understanding of financial modeling, long-range planning, and operational excellence, Adam has consistently delivered insights that drive business growth. His ability to lead cross-functional teams, negotiate significant cost savings, and provide strategic guidance to C-level executives highlights his expertise in financial management.

Adam holds an MBA with distinction from Boston College and a BA in Economics and Mathematics from Vanderbilt University. His technical proficiency includes tools like Adaptive Planning, Looker, and Salesforce, enabling him to automate and optimize financial processes effectively.