Kim Veenstra, vice president of financial planning and analysis and strategic planning, was recognized for her visionary leadership that drove exponential growth for the company
TORONTO & CHICAGO – November 22, 2024 – Euna Solutions®, a leading provider of purpose-built, cloud-based solutions for the public sector, today announced that Kim Veenstra, Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) and Strategic Planning, has been named the Gold winner in the “Leadership Achievement in Financial Management” category of the 17th Annual 2024 Globee® Awards for Achievement (Women in Business).
“We are incredibly proud to have Kim recognized by the Globee® Awards for Achievement (Women in Business),” said Tom Amburgey, CEO of Euna Solutions. “Kim’s leadership has played an instrumental role at Euna Solutions, helping the company navigate complex financial transactions and ensuring seamless transitions during pivotal growth phases. Her strategic vision and leadership have consistently driven Euna Solutions toward sustained profitability, solidifying its position as a leader in the GovTech industry.”
Since joining Bonfire Interactive (now Euna Solutions) in 2017, Veenstra has played a key role in transforming Euna Solutions from a 35-employee startup into a 500-employee enterprise by building robust financial systems, driving strategic transactions and leading through complex transitions, all while ensuring scalability, accountability and operational excellence. In addition, Veenstra’s leadership in steering the company through its public listing, managing private equity ownership, and advancing its financial planning and analysis function has not only elevated Euna Solutions’ leadership position in the industry, but also fostered a culture of unity and collaboration across the organization.
The Globee Awards for Women in Business is a prestigious awards program that recognizes and celebrates the achievements of women in all industries worldwide. Companies and organizations can nominate the accomplishments of their women employees, women business owners can submit their own achievements or nominate their staff, and women who have made significant strides in their careers can self-nominate. Open to women professionals and leaders from every field and region, this program highlights the dedication, innovation, and leadership that drive positive change in the global business landscape.
“We are delighted to honor the achievements of women in business and professionals from all over the world who are setting new standards of excellence,” said San Madan, president of the Globee Awards. “These winners exemplify the values of leadership, innovation, and commitment to advancing women in the business world. Congratulations to all on this well-deserved recognition.”
Over 1,100 judges from around the world, representing a diverse array of industry experts, applied for the judging process. For the “Woman Executive of the Year – Technology Products and Services” category, Veenstra’s entry was reviewed and scored by 203 judges whose comments highlight her leadership style as having “strategic foresight and resilience,” as well as “steady guidance and adaptability.”
Three comments from anonymous Globee Awards judges include:
“Kim Veenstra’s accomplishments in financial leadership and operational management highlight her transformative impact on Euna Solutions. From establishing the foundational finance infrastructure to steering the company through IPO, acquisition, and private equity ownership transitions, her strategic foresight and resilience are evident. Kim’s role in building the FP&A function and aligning multiple business units under a consolidated financial framework underscores her skill in driving accountability and long-term growth. Specific metrics on revenue growth or efficiency improvements would further underscore her contributions, but the narrative already reflects her profound influence. Kim’s steady guidance and adaptability make her a highly deserving candidate for the Leadership Achievement in Financial Management award.”
“Kim Veenstra’s contributions to Euna Solutions demonstrate exceptional leadership in financial management. Kim Veenstra’s ability to build a strong financial foundation, navigate complex transactions, and provide strategic direction through periods of significant change is truly remarkable. Kim Veenstra’s dedication to transparency, accountability, and team empowerment has been instrumental in the company’s growth and success. Kim Veenstra’s nomination showcases the impact of a skilled financial leader who can drive both financial health and organizational transformation.”
“Kim Veenstra’s nomination for the Leadership Achievement in Financial Management award is a testament to her exceptional leadership and strategic foresight at Euna Solutions. Her ability to build a financial infrastructure from scratch, successfully navigate significant transitions including the company’s IPO, and lead multiple acquisitions showcases her profound impact on the organization. Kim’s focus on transparency and accountability has fostered a culture of trust and alignment among teams, making her an exemplary leader in financial management and a vital force in the GovTech industry. Her transformative contributions undeniably warrant this recognition.”
For the full list of 2024 Globee Awards for Women in Business, visit the Globee website.
About Euna Solutions
Euna Solutions® is a leading provider of purpose-built, cloud-based solutions that power critical administrative functions and financial operations for the public sector. Euna Solutions offers trusted, easy-to-use solutions for procurement, payments, grant management, budgeting, permitting, and special education administration that are trusted to increase operational efficiency, transparency, collaboration, and compliance. Working with more than 3,000 government and public sector organizations across North America, Euna Solutions strives to build trust and enable transparency in our communities. Euna Solutions is recognized on Government Technology’s GovTech 100 list, an annual list of the top 100 companies focused on, making a difference in, and selling to state and local government agencies across the U.S. To learn more, visit www.eunasolutions.com.
About the Globee Awards
The Globee Awards present recognition in ten programs and competitions, including the Globee® Awards for Achievement (Women in Business), Globee® Awards for Artificial Intelligence, Globee® Awards for Business (International), Globee® Awards for Customer Excellence, Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity, Globee® Awards for Disruptors, Globee® Awards for Innovation (also known as Golden Bridge Awards®), Globee® Awards for Leadership, Globee® Awards for Technology, and the Globee® Awards for USA (American Business). To learn more about the Globee Awards, please visit the website: https://globeeawards.com.
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