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Barbara Gutierrez

Professional Summary



Professional Overview


Barbara Gutierrez is a seasoned finance executive with over 15 years of experience leading strategic financial operations and driving business growth. As the Chief Financial Officer of Modivcare (NASDAQ: MODV), she is responsible for overseeing the company's financial strategy, reporting, and optimization initiatives to support its position as a leading provider of technology-enabled healthcare services.

Experience Summary



Current Role


In her current role as Chief Financial Officer at Modivcare, Barbara is instrumental in guiding the company's financial strategy and ensuring sound financial practices. She is responsible for managing the company's financial operations, including forecasting, budgeting, and reporting, as well as overseeing treasury, tax, and risk management functions. Under her leadership, Modivcare has achieved significant improvements in financial performance and operational efficiency.

Career Progression


Prior to joining Modivcare, Barbara served as the Chief Financial Officer at InnovAge (NASDAQ: INNV), where she played a pivotal role in the company's successful public offering and subsequent growth initiatives. She has also held senior finance and operations roles at Hero Practice Services and Strad Energy Services Ltd., where she demonstrated her ability to drive strategic and operational improvements.

Academic Background


Barbara holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Colorado Boulder and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She has also completed executive education programs at Harvard Business School and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, further enhancing her expertise in financial management and strategic leadership.

Areas of Expertise


  • Financial planning and analysis

  • Mergers and acquisitions

  • Treasury and risk management

  • Financial reporting and compliance

  • Strategic decision-making

  • Cross-functional collaboration

  • Team leadership and development


Professional Impact


Throughout her career, Barbara has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive financial and operational excellence. At InnovAge, she played a key role in the company's successful public offering, which raised over $300 million in capital to support its growth initiatives. At Modivcare, she has implemented initiatives to improve financial reporting and operational efficiency, contributing to the company's strong financial performance.

Conclusion


With her exceptional financial expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of success, Barbara Gutierrez is a valuable asset to Modivcare and the healthcare industry. Her commitment to driving sustainable growth and operational excellence makes her a highly sought-after finance leader.