Raven joined Bluefruit Software in August 2022 as Financial Controller, stepping into the role of Finance Director following a planned succession. In his role at Bluefruit, Raven oversees financial reporting, forecasting, strategy development, financing, and risk mitigation, ensuring the management team has accurate and timely financial insights. A strong advocate for Bluefruit’s Employee Owned Trust model, he deeply values the company’s people-first ethos, empowering staff through transparency, collaboration, and autonomy. He is passionate about Bluefruit’s positive impact on Cornwall’s local economy, particularly its commitment to nurturing homegrown talent.
With 18 years of experience in finance and accounting, he previously served as CFO at Austin and Kat, a Seattle-based pet supplement startup, and held various finance management roles within fast-growing businesses. Starting his career as a trainee accountant in practice, he developed a robust foundation in finance.
Outside work, Raven enjoys surfing, walking Cornwall’s scenic routes, and cooking. He also has a keen interest in coding, having developed basic web apps and automations to streamline financial processes.