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Someone is looking to tighten the grip on their corporate wallet. Atari announces their new CFO, Philip Veneziano - and, guys, this is effective immediately
Atari, Inc., an interactive entertainment company, announced today the appointment of Philip Veneziano as its Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. The announcement was made by Atari, Inc. CEO and President, Jim Wilson to whom Veneziano will report.
Veneziano brings to Atari, Inc. a breadth of experience directing the accounting and finance functions in companies ranging from start-up organizations with fast-track hyper-growth to multi-national Fortune 50 organizations. In his new role as CFO, he will be responsible for Atari, Inc.’s finance, accounting, IT and various administrative functions.
“I am pleased to bring Philip to our executive leadership team at a pivotal time in Atari, Inc.’s strategic growth plan. His deep experience working with both blue-chip and emerging companies will benefit our organization as we continue to build Atari, Inc.’s future roadmap,” said Wilson.
On his nomination, Philip Veneziano said, “I look forward to working with the Atari team as it continues to take advantage of its growth opportunity in North America. This company, which is recognized internationally as a leader in entertainment software, presents a tremendous opportunity to gain market share.”
Most recently, Veneziano served as Vice President, Finance for TheLadders.com Inc., the online career services management firm, where he was responsible for overseeing all budgeting, forecasting and planning within the company. Veneziano also assisted in the reorganization of the internal financial statement reporting process, providing timely and relevant financial information to department heads.
Prior to TheLadders.com, he held numerous financial management roles within News Corporation, the publicly traded international media and entertainment company, including Vice President, Finance-Fox Television Stations, Inc. While at Fox, he was responsible for the consolidated financial planning and analysis function of the 35 owned and operated television stations, including 9 duopoly markets. During his tenure with News Corporation he also served as Controller, Fox Television Stations, Inc., and Assistant Corporate Controller.
Prior to joining News Corporation, Phil held various financial management roles at Everest Broadband Networks, Juno Online Services, American Sky Broadcasting and Lifetime Hoan Corporation. Phil started his career in public accounting at Richard A. Eisner & Company. Phil holds a BS in Accounting from the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Atari, Inc., an interactive entertainment company, announced today the appointment of Philip Veneziano as its Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately. The announcement was made by Atari, Inc. CEO and President, Jim Wilson to whom Veneziano will report.
Veneziano brings to Atari, Inc. a breadth of experience directing the accounting and finance functions in companies ranging from start-up organizations with fast-track hyper-growth to multi-national Fortune 50 organizations. In his new role as CFO, he will be responsible for Atari, Inc.’s finance, accounting, IT and various administrative functions.
“I am pleased to bring Philip to our executive leadership team at a pivotal time in Atari, Inc.’s strategic growth plan. His deep experience working with both blue-chip and emerging companies will benefit our organization as we continue to build Atari, Inc.’s future roadmap,” said Wilson.
On his nomination, Philip Veneziano said, “I look forward to working with the Atari team as it continues to take advantage of its growth opportunity in North America. This company, which is recognized internationally as a leader in entertainment software, presents a tremendous opportunity to gain market share.”
Most recently, Veneziano served as Vice President, Finance for TheLadders.com Inc., the online career services management firm, where he was responsible for overseeing all budgeting, forecasting and planning within the company. Veneziano also assisted in the reorganization of the internal financial statement reporting process, providing timely and relevant financial information to department heads.
Prior to TheLadders.com, he held numerous financial management roles within News Corporation, the publicly traded international media and entertainment company, including Vice President, Finance-Fox Television Stations, Inc. While at Fox, he was responsible for the consolidated financial planning and analysis function of the 35 owned and operated television stations, including 9 duopoly markets. During his tenure with News Corporation he also served as Controller, Fox Television Stations, Inc., and Assistant Corporate Controller.
Prior to joining News Corporation, Phil held various financial management roles at Everest Broadband Networks, Juno Online Services, American Sky Broadcasting and Lifetime Hoan Corporation. Phil started his career in public accounting at Richard A. Eisner & Company. Phil holds a BS in Accounting from the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania and is a Certified Public Accountant.