Sovos Appoints Peter Gaffney as Chief Information Officer

Proven Technology Leader to Drive Innovation and Security Excellence Across Global Operations

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sovos, the always-on tax compliance company, today announced the appointment of Peter Gaffney as Chief Information Officer (CIO). Gaffney brings more than 20 years of distinguished technology leadership, engineering, systems, and security expertise to the role.

Throughout his extensive career, Gaffney has provided strategic technology leadership across diverse industries including cloud computing, healthcare, logistics, eDiscovery, and security. He has held leadership positions at prominent organizations such as Oracle Corporation, Magnit Global, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Condé Nast, Guidance Software, and Ann Taylor.

"Peter's proven track record in managing complex technology ecosystems and implementing world-class security frameworks makes him the ideal leader to guide our technology strategy,” said Gregg Spratto, COO, Sovos. “His deep expertise in cloud infrastructure and data systems, combined with his ability to drive operational excellence, will be instrumental as we continue to scale our global platform and deliver innovative solutions to our customers. We're thrilled to have him on the team."

Most recently, Gaffney served as Senior Vice President of Systems & Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Magnit, a leading global workforce management service provider. In this role, he oversaw Magnit's global information systems infrastructure and spearheaded the development of an industry-leading security program, achieving ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, and ISO 27701 certifications.

"I'm excited to join Sovos at such a pivotal time in the company's growth trajectory," said Gaffney. "Sovos has built an impressive reputation for helping businesses navigate the complexities of global tax compliance. I look forward to leveraging my experience in cloud computing, data analytics, and cybersecurity to strengthen our technology infrastructure, enhance our security posture, and drive innovation that delivers even greater value to our clients worldwide."

Gaffney's appointment reinforces Sovos' commitment to maintaining the highest standards of technological innovation, operational excellence, and data security as the company continues to expand its global footprint and enhance its comprehensive suite of tax compliance solutions.

About Sovos

Sovos transforms tax compliance from a business requirement into a growth driver. The Sovos Compliance Cloud platform helps businesses identify, determine, and report on tax obligations globally, processing 16+ billion transactions annually across almost 200 countries.

More than 100,000 customers, including half the Fortune 500, trust Sovos’ expertise and integration capabilities. Learn more at sovos.com.