Tag: SVP

  • Bluebeam Appoints Ema Gantcheva as SVP, Global Marketing

    Bluebeam Appoints Ema Gantcheva as SVP, Global Marketing

    PASADENA, CA, Feb 7, 2025 – Bluebeam welcomed Ema Gantcheva to the organization as senior vice president (SVP) of global marketing. In this role, she’ll lead a team of global marketers to achieve growth by aligning sales and marketing with a focus on data-driven decision making.  

    In her new role, Gantcheva will report to chief growth officer, build & construct division for Nemetschek Group, Amit Sangal. Gantcheva will lead marketing for both Bluebeam and GoCanvas, focusing on broadening brand reach and delivering measurable impact throughout the entire customer journey.  

    Gantcheva has extensive experience in leading and changing marketing strategies for fast-growing B2B software and SaaS companies. While at GoCanvas, she transformed marketing into a function focused on creating value and generating revenue. She promoted a culture based on data and strengthened marketing’s role as a trusted partner to sales, product, and customer success teams.

    “Ema’s proven ability to align marketing with cross-functional teams and business objectives will be instrumental in delivering exceptional value to our customers, driving continued growth and success in the years ahead,” said Amit Sanal, chief growth officer for Nemetschek Group build & construct. “Her track record of transforming marketing into a data-driven and strategic growth engine aligns perfectly with our vision and we look forward to her contributions.”  

    About Bluebeam

    Bluebeam, Inc., founded in 2002 and headquartered in Pasadena, CA, is a software company specializing in PDF solutions for creating, editing, marking up, and collaborating on documents. Since 2002, Bluebeam has made desktop, mobile and cloud-based solutions for paperless workflows that improve project communication across the entire project lifecycle. Trusted by over 3 million users in more than 160 countries, Bluebeam’s solutions enable professionals to make their mark, adapt to change, and deliver projects effectively. As of 2014, the company’s software had more than 1.6 million users.

    Source: Bluebeam

  • Autodesk Announces Jim Lynch’s Retirement

    Autodesk Announces Jim Lynch’s Retirement

    SAN FRANCISCO, CA, Jan 27, 2025 – Jim Lynch, SVP and GM of Autodesk Construction, has announced his retirement following a successful 28 years at the company where he led the transformation of Autodesk Construction. Lynch will serve in his current role until Apr 1, 2025.

    “Jim has had an immeasurable impact on Autodesk and the construction industry at large. From his early contributions establishing Revit as a core part of AEC to his leadership in building out our construction business, he’s shaped Autodesk’s success,” said Andrew Anagnost, president and CEO of Autodesk. “Under his leadership, Autodesk Construction set new benchmarks for collaboration and innovation, helping our customers around the world to achieve their business goals. We are grateful for Jim’s vision, dedication, and impact and wish him the very best in his retirement.”

    To ensure a seamless transition, Amy Bunszel, Autodesk’s EVP of architecture, engineering, and construction solutions, will lead Autodesk Construction following Lynch’s retirement. Bunszel has over 14 years of leadership experience in the AEC industry.

    “We remain committed to delivering value to our construction customers and making construction Autodesk’s next billion-dollar business,” said Anagnost. “Amy Bunszel has deep expertise across the AEC industry and is a natural fit to lead the Autodesk Construction business forward.”

    Lynch joined Autodesk in 1997 and has led the Autodesk Construction business for the last seven years. His accomplishments in this role include building the half a billion-dollar business and launching Autodesk Construction Cloud.

    “Leading the Autodesk Construction business has been the highlight of an amazing 28-year career at Autodesk,” said Lynch. “I’m proud of the people I had the joy of working alongside, our contributions to the construction industry, and the achievements of our customers to build a better world. While I look forward to this next chapter, I cherish my time at Autodesk and will remain deeply invested in the future of construction.”

    About Autodesk Construction

    Autodesk Construction, a division of Autodesk, Inc., offers a comprehensive suite of software solutions designed to enhance collaboration, project management, and efficiency in the construction industry. Its flagship platform, Autodesk Construction Cloud, integrates tools for design, planning, building, and operations, serving sectors such as architecture, engineering, and construction. Autodesk was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. In fiscal year 2024, Autodesk reported total revenues of $5.5 billion, with its architecture, engineering, and construction segment contributing $696 million in the fourth quarter. The company employs approximately 14,100 people worldwide.

    Source: Autodesk