GPA Names New Senior Vice President of Finance & Operations

GPA announced that Anna Ruffolo has joined GPA as the new Senior Vice President of Finance & Operations. In her new role, Ruffolo will advance GPA’s financial management strategy and operational efficiencies, and will serve as the head of the Accounting, Operations, and Purchasing departments. She will also play a vital role in the strategic direction and leadership of the company as a member of GPA’s Executive Leadership Team.

Ruffolo comes to GPA with considerable experience in financial and operational leadership. Prior to joining GPA in 2016, Anna served as Director of Operations/CFO at the Toyota Technological Institute of Chicago, where she held other roles over the course of five years including Grant Administration, Human Resources, and Accreditation Liaison Officer. Anna’s experience also includes four years as Executive Director of Finance and Operations at the Copernicus Foundation, and nine years at other companies in a variety of accounting positions.

“We are truly honored to welcome Anna to GPA’s Senior Leadership Team,” said Bob Niesen, GPA’s President and CEO. “Her well-rounded background in both finance and operations makes her a great addition to our growing company. Under her leadership, GPA will be even better positioned to respond to the needs of our customers as we further expand into new segments of the graphic arts industry.”

Ruffolo received her Bachelor of Arts degrees from Dominican University in International Business and French.