Gary Clarke Email and Phone Number
Dynamic CFO, CEO, and former Army Special Operations leader with a proven record of scaling and operationalizing global high-tech ventures in CEO and CFO roles, where I bring a unique blend of strategic vision and financial expertise, aligning technology, finance, and operations to drive growth, capital efficiency, and measurable outcomes.I specialize in capital formation, innovative financial strategies, M&A execution, operational optimization, and board engagement with a focus on deep tech. I’m known for leading high-performing teams, fostering resilient cultures, and navigating complex, ambiguous markets to achieve transformative growth across the EU, MENA, APAC, and SEA regions. Sample Achievements:Venture Scaling & Exits+ Founded, led and advised Biotech, Gen-AI, ConTech, Cleantech, SaaS, and Clean Energy ventures+ Scaled ventures with 500% headcount growth and 400% YoY revenue, achieving successful exits + Ex- Netscape, Amazon, USi, and Vignette, driving rapid growth for early pioneersCapital Formation+ Helped raise $500M for product development, commercialization, and global expansion+ Expertise in equity financing, cross-border M&A, debt structures, and sustainability strategiesStrategic Partnerships & Market Impact+ Built technology partnerships, generating billions in revenue and increasing market share+ Helped launch Amazon Kindle periodicals, scaling ARR from $0 to $1BProduct Innovation & Recognition+ Led product development, strategy, and advancements in Cleantech, SaaS, and IVD, including SaaS business models, cfDNA liquid biopsy, hydrogen fuel cells, and purification+ SXSW Best of Show & Technical Achievement, 2010, Wolfram |Alpha, BuiltWorld’s Top 100, Built-In Austin’s 50 Startups
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Strategic Finance Partner | Portfolio CfoClarke Strategic AdvisoryUnited States
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AdvisorAtrium24 Aug 2024 - PresentPalm Harbor, Fl, UsAtrium24 is a growth-stage SaaS company delivering Dottie, the leading Pharmacy Management Operating System.
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AdvisorAblenook Co. Aug 2024 - PresentTampa, Florida, UsThe first genuine advancement in the housing industry in nearly a century, AbleNook isn't just about providing a roof over your head. It’s about transforming the way we build, live, and think about our homes. -
Chief Financial OfficerHelio Logix 2015 - PresentCFO services to companies with $5M+ revenue, driving scalable growth through strategic financial planning and operational efficiency.+ Secured $50M valuation for a clean energy startup, leading the cross-border acquisition of an Indonesian ESCO.+ Assisted a medical diagnostics company to secure a $20M investment+Improved cash flow, boosting a dual-revenue stream SaaS company EBITDA by 20% facilitating a $5M+ equity raiseSpecialties: Capital formation, financial modeling, M&A, and investor relation
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Chief Financial Officer, Head Of Venture Economics & FinanceMach49 2022 - Dec 2024Redwood City, California, UsJoined Mach49 as CFO and Head of Venture Finance & Economics after consulting for the company through Helio Logix. + Secured CVC funding across 20 ventures spanning SaaS, AI, PropTech, and Clean Energy.+ Delivered $80M in cost savings through an optimized investment strategy.+ Sourced €36M term sheet for a Gen-AI venture using hybrid equity/licensing.+ Positioned three at-risk ventures for external capitalization through strategic financial leadership. -
Board Memeber, AdvisorPrecision Epigenomics, Inc 2020 - Dec 2022CFO, Board Member for this pioneer in Epigenomic based early cancer detection using cfDNA.+ Revised business model to lessen asset intensity.+ Converted to C-Corp to expand investment opportunities.
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Chief Executive Officer, Founder - Saas, Marketplace And LogisticsTrelar Logistics Inc. (Acquired) 2018 - 2020Developed an integrated vocational trucking marketplace and distributed workflow application acquired in 2020 by HaulHub Inc.+ Raised $5M in VC funding and drove rapid growth, leading to acquisition.+ Negotiated a partnership with the world's largest building materials supplier.
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Chief Executive Officer, President - Fuel Cells, Advanced MaterialsHy9 Corporation (Strategic Exit) 2011 - 2015Patented and commercialized the industry's first pure-hydrogen liquid fuel processor for Fuel Cells.+ Secured $7M in funding, reduced manufacturing costs by 86%.+ Expanded into the $200B global remote power market through strategic partnerships.
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Corporate Development Executive - Computational KnowledgeWolfram|Alpha Llc 2009 - 2010Champaign, Il, UsLaunch team member for the first computational knowledge platform.+ Built corporate partnerships and content acquisition strategies to enable rapid adoption. -
Sr. Manager, Business Development - KindleAmazon 2008 - 2009Seattle, Wa, UsLaunched first commercially successful e-reader, closing 90+ Publisher Agreements and 700% increase in titles.. -
Director Sales Engineering, Enterprise Software For Non-ProfitsBlackbaud 2006 - 2008Charleston, South Carolina, UsEnterprise Sales Engineering driving 30% revenue growth to $300M. -
Founder, CeoEtelligens (Acquired) 2002 - 2005+ Regional MSP+ Developed IP within the DMAM space+ Successfully Acquired
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SoldierUnited States Army Special Operations Command 1994 - 2003Fort Bragg, Nc, UsImplemented national security objectives.USOC -CAPOC (Active/Reserves) -
Director Sales Engineering Operations- Enterprise Content ManagementVignette 1999 - 2001Us+ Global Sales Engineering Operations, Competitive Intelligence+$85M to $380M in Revenue -
Director Sales Engineering- Pioneer Of The Saas IndustryUsinternetworking (Ipo, Acquired) 1998 - 1999First Pure-Play SaaS and first SaaS IPO.
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Technical Sales Engineer - Enterprise SoftwareNetscape Communications 1995 - 1998The company that commercialized the Internet.
Gary Clarke Education Details
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Harvard Business SchoolGeneral -
Corporate Finance Institute® (Cfi)Fmva (In-Process)
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The Wharton SchoolStrategy
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Harvard Business SchoolOperations Management
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U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center And SchoolUw
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College Of CharlestonSociology
Frequently Asked Questions about Gary Clarke
What company does Gary Clarke work for?
Gary Clarke works for Clarke Strategic Advisory
What is Gary Clarke's role at the current company?
Gary Clarke's current role is Strategic Finance Partner | Portfolio CFO.
What schools did Gary Clarke attend?
Gary Clarke attended Harvard Business School, Corporate Finance Institute® (Cfi), The Wharton School, Harvard Business School, U.s. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center And School, College Of Charleston.
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