At CFO (Boardroom Media) we track over 1,000,000 startups and over 5,000,000 people who hold key positions in these companies. We use this directory of startups to highlight top employees, founders and board members we think deserve more appreciation than they are currently getting.
This list showcases the top Michigan based CFO’ operating in the Electronics space. If you think a CFO’ is missing from this list, feel free to contact our editor on [email protected].
The individuals on this list have been included because of exceptional performance in one of the following categories:
- Innovation – Operating as a key part in an extremely innovative business or startup.
- Growth – Operating as a key figure in the growth and upscale of a market leading business or startup.
- Management – Showing exceptional management skills.
- Societal impact – Putting their business on the map for their positive societal or environmental impact.
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Prashanth Mahendra Rajah
Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer of Analog Devices
Prashanth Mahendra-Rajah joined WABCO in June 2014 as Chief Financial Officer. Prior to his appointment at WABCO, Mr. Mahendra-Rajah served from 2012 to 2014 as Corporate Vice President and Segment CFO for the Silicon Systems Group, a $6 billion division of Applied Materials, Inc. From 2010 to 2012, Mr. Mahendra-Rajah served as Vice President Finance, Head of Global Planning & Reporting for Visa. Before then, he spent 12 years at United Technologies where he served as Vice President, Finance, Planning and Analysis, UTC Fire and Security and Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Building Systems and Services, Carrier Corporation. Throughout his career, he has held leadership positions located in Asia, Europe and North America. Mr. Mahendra-Rajah holds a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Michigan, a M.S. in Engineering from Johns Hopkins University and an M.B.A. from Purdue University, Krannert School of Management, all located in the U.S.
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About Analog Devices: Analog Devices (NYSE: ADI) defines innovation and excellence in signal processing. ADI’s analog, mixed-signal, and digital signal

Larry Venturelli
Chief Financial Officer of Whirlpool
Larry Venturelli was named executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective January, 2012. Venturelli joined Whirlpool as assistant corporate controller in 2002. He held a number of positions of increasing leadership accountability in the Investor Relations and Global Finance organizations, most recently serving as senior vice president, corporate controller, and chief accounting officer and CFO for Whirlpool International. Prior to joining Whirlpool, Venturelli held various financial positions at Royal Caribbean Cruises, Campbell Soup Company and Quaker Oats. Venturelli earned a master’s degree in management from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from DePaul University. He is a certified public accountant.
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About Whirlpool: Whirlpool manufactures and markets major home appliances.

Jeff Campbell
Senior Vice President Chief Financial Officer of M.J. Electric
Jeff manages all financial, accounting, and IT matters for MJE out of the Iron Mountain (MI) office. Before beginning with MJE in 2006, he was a Director of Finance for ten years, followed by a Vice President-Chief Financial Officer for six years at Comau Pico in Southfield (MI). Jeff previously held a Manager position for eight years at Arthur Anderson & Company in Detroit (MI). Jeff has a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from University of Michigan with concentrations in Accounting and Finance.
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About M.J. Electric: MJE provides comprehensive electrical construction services.

Joseph Ben-Gal
Chairman & CFO of iRule
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About Gal-Mar, iRule: iRule is a mobile app that converts a mobile device into a universal remote control for lights, audios, and videos.
Steve Downing
Senior Vice President & CFO of Gentex Corporation
CFO at Gentex Corporation.
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About Gentex Corporation, Gentex Corporation: Gentex corp. is a supplier of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors and electronics to the automotive industry.

Barry Steele
VP, CFO & Treasurer of Gentherm
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About Gentherm: Gentherm Incorporated (NASDAQ-GS:THRM) is a global developer and marketer of innovative thermal management technologies for a broad range

Joe Hagerty
Chief Financial Officer of Black Pine Engineering
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About Black Pine Engineering: The Woven Wheel technology can be used for a number of large market applications.

Joe Hagerty
Chief Financial Officer of Black Pine Engineering
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About Black Pine Engineering: The Woven Wheel technology can be used for a number of large market applications.