Blue Ridge Associates Names CFO and Controller

Blue Ridge Associates, a provider of administration and compliance solutions for employer-sponsored, tax-advantaged equity compensation and savings benefit plans, has appointed Bob Valvano as chief financial officer and Roxana Villanueva as controller.

In his role as CFO, Valvano will oversee the company’s financial strategy and operations, supporting Blue Ridge’s continued growth and long-term strategic objectives.

“I am excited to join the Blue Ridge team at such an important stage in the company’s growth journey,” said Valvano. “I look forward to partnering with the leadership team to strengthen the finance function, support continued expansion, and help advance strategic initiatives that position Blue Ridge for long-term success.”

Valvano brings more than 25 years of experience in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and operational leadership. He has also led and advised on transactions totaling more than $10 billion in enterprise value.

Prior to joining Blue Ridge, Valvano served in senior advisory and operational leadership roles supporting growth-oriented and private equity-backed businesses. Earlier in his career, he held leadership positions focused on corporate development and strategic growth initiatives.

Valvano holds a bachelor’s degree from The Pennsylvania State University and a master’s in finance from Drexel University.

“We are thrilled to welcome Bob to Blue Ridge,” said Mark Agustin, CEO of Blue Ridge Associates. “His extensive financial leadership experience, combined with his strategic mindset and track record of supporting growth, will be an incredible asset as we continue to expand our organization.”