Senior Vice President of Data Strategy & Commercialization, Forge

• The ideal candidate is a dynamic operator with a track record of scaling businesses, building high-performing teams, and translating market needs into product and commercial success
• 15+ years of experience in business leadership, including P&L ownership
• Proven success in launching and scaling data products within financial services, fintech, or capital markets
• Deep understanding of market and pricing data, index and portfolio construction, and data content strategy
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver measurable outcomes in complex, matrixed environments
• Experience in the private market ecosystem, particularly in late-stage growth equity and secondary market trading
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Experience in hiring, developing, and managing diverse and inclusive teams

Desirable

• Forge is seeking an accomplished and strategic leader to oversee Forge Data
• This individual will oversee Forge’s Data business by developing our go-to-market strategy, driving revenue growth, and expanding product offerings – including Forge’s proprietary pricing data, content and insights, and private market indices
• Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, this leader will collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Operations, and Business Development to deliver innovative data solutions to private market participants
• This is a high-impact leadership role with visibility across the executive team and board
• Own and manage the full P&L for Forge’s Data Business Unit, driving scalable revenue growth and long-term profitability
• Define and execute a compelling GTM strategy across customer segments, including institutional and individual investors, wealth and data platforms
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team across research, product innovation, and business implementation
• Manage and expand Forge’s channel footprint through distribution partnerships
• Set research agenda, manage new product pipeline. Ensure Forge has the right product offerings to meet evolving investment trends and investor needs
• Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to ensure offerings meet evolving client needs, with an emphasis on innovation, data quality, and actionable insights
• Partner with Marketing to drive messaging, content creation, value proposition development, and lead generation initiatives
• Establish, monitor, and deliver on key performance indicators (KPIs), including revenue targets, customer adoption metrics, and retention goals
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with strategic clients and partners to drive adoption and gather product feedback
• Represent Forge Data internally and externally, contributing to board-level updates, thought leadership, and industry presence