Patrick McCarthy

About Patrick McCarthy

Chief Financial Officer, Pollentia

Patrick McCarthy is a seasoned finance executive with a strong track record in high-growth environments, venture-backed startups, and strategic scaling. With experience securing over $25 million in venture capital and leading companies through major growth phases, Patrick brings both operational rigor and forward-looking financial strategy to Pollentia.

Background

• Secured $25M+ in venture capital across multiple startups
• Scaled startup operations from seed stage to 50+ employees
• Led the $111M acquisition of Paperspace, managing due diligence and cross-functional financial ops
• Deep expertise in financial planning, capital strategy, and investor relations
• Experienced in global market expansion and high-stakes financial structuring

At Pollentia, Patrick oversees fundraising, capital deployment, and investor communications—ensuring we’re financially positioned to scale across commercial, industrial, and defense sectors worldwide.

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