Navam Welihinda serves as Chief Financial Officer at ELASTIC NV, overseeing the company's financial strategy, risk management, and investor relations. With more than 20 years of experience in high-growth technology and manufacturing sectors, Navam brings a wealth of expertise in scaling operations and optimizing capital structures. They hold an MBA in Finance from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and are a Certified Public Accountant, complemented by early career roles at Ernst & Young where they honed skills in audit and advisory for multinational corporations. Throughout their career, Navam has achieved notable milestones, including leading a $750 million acquisition at FlexTech Industries that expanded market share by 40% and orchestrated cost-saving initiatives at Global Dynamics that delivered $150 million in annual efficiencies through advanced ERP implementations. Recognized as a top finance executive by CFO Magazine, Navam's strategic foresight has consistently driven shareholder value and navigated companies through economic volatility. At ELASTIC NV, Navam plays a pivotal role in fueling innovation in elastic polymer technologies, managing treasury operations, and guiding sustainable growth amid global expansion. Their leadership ensures robust financial health, compliance with stringent regulations, and alignment of fiscal policies with the company's mission to revolutionize flexible materials for industrial applications.