Press Release
GridApp Systems Appoints Kent Jarvi as Chief Financial Officer
Seasoned Finance Executive Brings Over 20 Years Experience to Rapidly Growing Database Automation Provider
NEW YORK - July 9, 2007 -- GridApp Systems, Inc. (www.gridapp.com), the leading provider of database automation software and solutions, today announced the appointment of Kent Jarvi as Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Jarvi has successfully led several companies through profitable growth, capital acquisition, and liquidity events, and will be instrumental in building a financial strategy to support GridApp's long-term growth objectives.
"As an early leader in the database automation market, GridApp is positioned for continued success based on its veteran management team, expertise in large-scale database infrastructures, and strong partner network," said Kent Jarvi. "When combining these factors with the rapid growth of GridApp's customer base, I believe the company will continue to capitalize on a burgeoning market for automation software."
Mr. Jarvi brings more than 20 years experience in driving business strategy and managing finance and administration for a variety of venture-backed technology companies. Prior to joining GridApp Systems, he served as the CFO at IGA Worldwide, Inc., an in-game advertising company based in New York. He has also served as CFO at Ejasent, Driveway Corporation, Fabrik Communications, Optimal Networks, AirSoft, and XA Systems Corporation.
"Kent's deep financial background and track record with high growth companies make him an excellent fit for GridApp as we focus on quickly expanding our footprint worldwide," said Robert Gardos, CEO of GridApp Systems. "His proven ability to take small-to-mid size companies to the next level will be invaluable and complements our efforts to remain the frontrunner in database automation."
Mr. Jarvi began his career at Arthur Andersen Consulting after graduating from Michigan State University with an M.B.A. in Finance and a B.A. in Business
About GridApp Systems
GridApp Systems is a leading provider of database automation solutions to help businesses gain control of their heterogeneous database infrastructures. Currently supporting hundreds of customer installations worldwide, across multiple industries such as financial services, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, education, eCommerce, and technology, GridApp's market leading products and services have helped businesses deploy and better manage their critical database assets. GridApp Systems automates to help drive businesses forward. For more information, visit www.gridapp.com.
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