Adam Townsend
Chief Financial Officer | Media & Technology Leader | Finance Strategy | Investor Communications
Walmart•Los Angeles, California, United States
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Adam Townsend is a proven and adaptable leader with measurable success across multiple industries including fintech, entertainment, and consumer technology. He is known for his strategic vision and operational discipline. Through a variety of leadership positions in corporate finance, treasury, investor relations and human resources, Adam has successfully navigated complex financial landscapes, helping organizations achieve sustainable growth while maintaining strong financial health. His collaborate leadership style and data-driven approach have earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to fellow executives, board members, and institutional investors.
Career Timeline
- WalmartCurrentDec 2024–Present· 1 yr 9 mos
- Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, VIZIOCurrentDec 2024–Present
- May 2020–Dec 2024· 4 yrs 7 mos
- Chief Financial Officer & Head of HR OperationsOct 2021–Dec 2024
- Chief Financial OfficerMay 2020–Oct 2021
- Oct 2018–Apr 2020· 1 yr 6 mos
- EVP, Chief Financial Officer & Strategy (A Division of CBS Corp.)Oct 2018–Apr 2020
- Jul 2008–Oct 2018· 10 yrs 3 mos
- Executive Vice President, Corporate Finance/Treasury and Investor Relations2016–Oct 2018
- Executive Vice President, Investor RelationsJul 2008–2016
- Aug 2003–Jul 2008· 4 yrs 11 mos
- Managing Director/Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor RelationsAug 2003–Jul 2008
- Oct 1999–Oct 2002· 3 yrs
- Equity Research AnalystOct 1999–Oct 2002
- Apr 1997–Oct 1999· 2 yrs 6 mos
- Trainee, ManagementApr 1997–Oct 1999
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