Novata Announces Strategic Expansion with Appointment of Two Leadership Roles
April 17 2024 - 6:00AM
Business Wire
Novata is a leading sustainability data
management platform for private markets
Joel Raha joins as Chief Technology Officer and
Jeanne Lee joins as Head of APAC Sales
Novata, an industry-leading sustainability technology platform
and certified B Corp, today announced the expansion of its global
operations with the appointment of Joel Raha as Chief Technology
Officer and Jeanne Lee as Head of APAC Sales. These hires
underscore Novata's commitment to driving sustainable business
practices worldwide with technology solutions that enable private
market clients globally to effectively measure and manage the
metrics that matter.
“At Novata we’re focused on continuing to build world-class
technology and we are thrilled to welcome Joel on board to ensure
our platform stays ahead of the curve in capabilities, speed and
security,” said Alex Friedman, CEO & Co-Founder of Novata. “As
we build on our significant traction in the US and EMEA by
expanding in the Asia-Pacific region, we are excited to welcome
Jeanne to lead our team in an important new set of markets.”
Novata is committed to delivering a complete solution for
sustainability management, enabling companies to effectively track,
measure, and report ESG and carbon data seamlessly within a single
platform. As businesses worldwide face increasing demands for
transparency and sustainability from various stakeholders, the need
for comprehensive ESG data management tools has never been more
critical.
“I am thrilled to join Novata, a company that has set the bar
incredibly high in leveraging technology for sustainable business
practices,” said Joel Raha, Novata’s Chief Technology Officer. “I
look forward to innovating alongside our talented team to ensure
that our technology solutions continue to deliver excellence and
drive positive outcomes for our private market clients
globally.”
Since its commercial launch in April 2022, Novata has
experienced broad-based global demand, with nearly 7,000 private
companies contracted to use the platform. Novata is on a mission to
empower private markets to achieve a more sustainable and inclusive
form of capitalism.
“Novata is at a transformative period in its evolution and I am
looking forward to being part of this journey,” said Jeanne Lee,
Head of APAC Sales at Novata. “Leading Novata’s expansion in the
APAC region represents not just an extraordinary opportunity but a
profound responsibility. I am committed to guiding our clients in
the private markets to fulfill their ESG objectives and adhere to
standards, innovate solutions and seize opportunities for
sustainable success.”
To learn more about Novata, visit the website and follow Novata
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insights.
About Joel Raha
With over two decades of startup experience, Joel has been a
driving force of innovation in engineering-powered startups. He has
had the opportunity to lead engineering efforts at high-growth
startups, including Alloy, HookLogic (acquired by Criteo), and
7ParkData (acquired by Vista Private Equity), receiving backing
from top-tier investors, including Bain Capital Ventures,
Lightspeed, Canapi, and Bessemer.
His career is characterized by his adeptness at scaling teams,
attracting top-tier talent, and navigating through various growth
phases. Joel is particularly passionate about applying his
expertise in SaaS solutions data platforms to businesses in
evolving markets that are driving positive sustainability outcomes.
Outside of work, Joel volunteers as a coach, referee, and organizer
for AYSO affiliated West Side Soccer League.
About Jeanne Lee
Jeanne Lee is a seasoned leader in sales and market expansion,
deeply committed to ethical business practices and sustainable
growth. With nearly two decades of experience navigating the
complexities of the Asia-Pacific market, Jeanne has led key
expansion initiatives at industry-leading technology firms,
including LinkedIn, Coursera, and monday.com. Beyond her
contributions to increasing market share and cultivating enduring
customer relationships, Jeanne is driven by a mission to not only
achieve business excellence but to do so with integrity and a
profound respect for societal and environmental impact.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Jeanne is deeply committed to
social causes, particularly in poverty alleviation for children and
advancing gender parity. Her commitment to leveraging technology
for social good has been a defining element of her career,
perfectly aligning with Novata’s foundational values.
About Novata
Novata is a certified B Corp and a public benefit corporation
built to enable the private markets to achieve a more sustainable
and inclusive form of capitalism. Novata’s technology platform and
expert services make it easy for private markets to navigate the
evolving ESG landscape; collect, analyze, and report on the metrics
that matter; and connect their sustainability strategy to
meaningful business outcomes. Novata serves nearly 7,000 companies
in over 20 countries and is backed by the Ford Foundation, Hamilton
Lane, Microsoft, Northern Trust, Omidyar Network, and S&P
Global. For more information, please visit
https://www.novata.com/.
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