Leadership

Meet Our Team

Billy Sarracino

Chief Executive Officer

Billy Sarracino brings over 20 years of operating, investment banking and corporate finance experience across technology, consumer and retail industries, spanning multi-billion dollar enterprises to start-ups. Billy joined Turvo in 2019 as Chief Financial Officer, where he developed the Company’s financial organization, secured financing from strategic partners, and led the sale of Turvo to Lineage Logistics and Bay Grove.

Prior to joining Turvo, Billy was an Executive Director at J.P. Morgan Securities and at Morgan Stanley in the Global Consumer Retail Investment Banking Group. Billy began his investment banking career at Citi in 2007. Additionally, Billy worked at Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ: “CENT”) where he was the Manager of Corporate Finance & Treasury.

Billy holds a BA in Political Science from UCLA, and an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management.

Luis Pajares

Chief Customer Officer

Luis Pajares serves as the Chief Customer Officer at Turvo. He brings over 30 years of experience in software and cloud technologies in both large publicly traded and start-up companies.

Luis’s career has been focused on finding and developing disruptive technologies that modernize industries. At Turvo Luis is focused on applying his knowledge and experience in digital transformation to the logistics industry to create the world’s first collaborative logistics solution to unify every person, system and organization in the supply chain. In his previous role as Group Vice President for Oracle Communications, he was a senior member of the leadership team responsible for strategy with oversight of worldwide sales, alliances and partnerships.

Luis holds a B.A. in Economics from the University of Florida and an MBA from the University of Dallas.

Samanatha Foley

Chief Growth Officer

Samantha Foley serves as Turvo’s Chief Growth Officer with oversight of brand positioning, product marketing, digital marketing, lead generation and campaigns, events, communications, and press and analyst relations.

Samantha has advanced in her career by building industry leading marketing and product marketing programs for fast growing, complex enterprise software solutions in the energy and smart building sectors. Most recently, Samantha served as Senior Vice President of Marketing at Ikon Science, the leading provider of geophysics software for upstream oil and gas. At Ikon she built a global team and led the company’s brand transformation during a transition of the business model from consulting services to SaaS solution delivery.

Prior to Ikon, Samantha served as Vice President of Marketing at Cenergistic, an energy conservation and sustainability company, and as Chief Marketing Officer at Entouch, a smart building software provider. Samantha spent the first ten years of her career in sales, marketing and product marketing roles at Allegro Development, a global provider of commodity trading and risk management (CTRM) software.

Samantha holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism with concentration in Public Relations from Northwestern State University and an MBA from Texas Woman’s University.

Vilas Madapurmath

Chief Technology Officer

Vilas Madapurmath serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Turvo, where he leads the engineering, operations, infrastructure, and security teams to innovate and enhance Turvo’s platform. He plays a pivotal role in helping shape product roadmaps, driving innovation, and enhancing product quality through test automation and strategic advancements.

Vilas Madapurmath brings over 25 years of global engineering leadership experience, delivering enterprise software products across sectors such as payments, revenue management, and business spend management. He has led global engineering teams at top companies including VeriFone, Oracle, CA Technologies, and Coupa Software.

Vilas holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Birla Institute of Technology and Science and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. Most recently, he earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence from UT Austin.

Kendall Scott

Vice President of Marketing

Kendall Scott serves as Turvo’s Vice President of Marketing, leveraging her experience to drive brand growth and strategic initiatives. With over a decade of experience in enterprise software marketing, Kendall has a proven track record of enhancing market presence and executing impactful marketing strategies.

At Turvo, Kendall’s leadership focuses on innovative approaches to elevate the brand and expand its reach. She has held pivotal roles at Cenergistic, Hyphen Solutions, and Allego Development, where she was instrumental in transforming brands and driving business growth. Her experience spans supply chain management, energy conservation, sustainability, and enterprise software solutions.

Kendall holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of North Texas and a Master of Science (M.S.) from the University of North Texas and CATIE University in Costa Rica. She also studied Film Business at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, where she was a Division 1 springboard diver.

Phillip Ratkovic

Controller

Phillip Ratkovic serves as the Controller at Turvo Inc., where he has been contributing his expertise since 2019. He brings over 25 years of experience in financial management to his role.

Previously, Phillip was the Chief Financial Officer for Byrider for over 16 years, overseeing operations of a multi-franchise lending institution. He also held the CFO position at GCATS Telecom & Critical Power Services and Mint Interest Group, where he managed budgeting, financial modeling, and risk assessment. Additionally, Phillip was the International Finance Director for Zale, managing profitability, operational expenses, and inventory management.

Phillip holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Accounting from the Naveen Jindal School of Management, UT Dallas, and an MBA in Finance & Real Estate from the University of Texas at Arlington. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Buying & Merchandising / Retail Management from the Fashion Institute of Technology in a dual program with Flagler College, where he also completed a Bachelor of Arts in Finance and Advertising.

Somashekar Raju

Senior Director of Engineering

Somashekar Raju is the Senior Director of Engineering at Turvo, contributing over five years of expertise in building high-performance and scalable technology platforms to streamline logistics and supply chain management. Based in Hyderabad, India, Som has been pivotal in leading Turvo’s engineering initiatives, consistently demonstrating a hands-on approach to technology development and a deep understanding of logistics, supply chain, and e-commerce.

With over twenty years of experience, Som has held key leadership roles in renowned organizations, including ShopClues, Momoe, and Honeywell Technology Solutions. His comprehensive background encompasses the development of payment technology platforms, SCADA server products for industrial automation, and automated demand-response solutions for smart grids. His expertise extends to payment application implementation, IT security compliance, and full lifecycle development of SCADA servers, demonstrating a unique blend of technical proficiency and strategic insight.

Som holds a BE in Computer Science from B.M.S. College of Engineering.

Kevin Hanley

Director of Human Resources

Kevin Hanley serves as the Director of Human Resources at Turvo, bringing over a decade of experience in HR Management and Talent Acquisition. Since joining Turvo, Kevin has played an essential role in enhancing Turvo’s HR operations, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment, as well as contributing significantly to the growth and success of the HR department.

Kevin’s experience includes serving as Principal, Executive Search at Robert Half in Toronto, where he honed his skills in talent acquisition and strategic HR management. He was a member of Rotman’s Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) startup incubator where he worked closely with a healthtech Founder. He also worked as a Human Resources Generalist at Hydro One and as an Operations Associate at Honda Canada.

Kevin holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Guelph and an MBA from the University of Toronto – Rotman School of Management. Kevin is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and a Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), reflecting his commitment to excellence in the HR field.

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