Brittany Eichten
Chief Financial Officer
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Professional Overview
Brittany Eichten is a seasoned financial executive with over 15 years of experience driving strategic financial management and operational excellence. As the Chief Financial Officer at Digital River, she is responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, leading financial planning and analysis, and partnering with the executive team to drive long-term growth and profitability.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer at Digital River, Brittany is responsible for the company's overall financial strategy and performance. She oversees all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting. Brittany plays a critical role in shaping the company's strategic direction, collaborating with the executive team to identify and pursue new business opportunities, and ensuring the efficient allocation of financial resources.
Under Brittany's leadership, Digital River has achieved significant financial milestones, including consistently meeting or exceeding revenue and profitability targets. She has implemented robust financial controls and processes, driving operational efficiency and optimizing the company's financial performance.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Digital River, Brittany held various finance leadership roles within the technology and e-commerce industries. She served as the Vice President of Finance at Radial, where she played a pivotal role in streamlining financial operations and improving the company's financial reporting capabilities. Earlier in her career, Brittany was the Controller at Bluestem Brands, where she helped the company navigate a period of rapid growth and expansion.
Throughout her career, Brittany has demonstrated a strong track record of driving financial transformation, optimizing operational efficiency, and aligning financial strategies to support the overall business objectives. Her expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting has been instrumental in helping organizations achieve their growth and profitability goals.
Academic Background
Brittany holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Minnesota. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed additional executive education programs in strategic financial management and leadership.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Strategic financial management
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cash flow optimization
- Financial reporting and controls
- Business partnering and strategic decision-making
- Financial transformation and operational efficiency
Professional Impact
Under Brittany's leadership, Digital River has consistently exceeded its financial targets, resulting in improved profitability and enhanced shareholder value. She has played a key role in the company's successful expansion into new markets and the implementation of innovative financial strategies to support the organization's growth initiatives.
Brittany is also actively involved in industry associations and frequently speaks at finance-related conferences, sharing her expertise and insights with peers and industry leaders.
Conclusion
With her exceptional financial acumen, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving operational excellence, Brittany Eichten is a highly valued asset to Digital River. Her leadership and expertise continue to contribute to the company's financial success and position it for long-term growth and profitability.
