ForeFlight ยท 11 hours ago
VP, Corporate Development
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$210K/yr - $260K/yr
10+ years expJeppesen ForeFlight, a Thoma Bravo portfolio company, is seeking a Vice President of Corporate Development to lead strategic growth initiatives. This role will drive M&A strategy and execute on an ambitious buy-and-build inorganic growth agenda, requiring deep enterprise software transaction experience and strong executive presence.
Airlines/Aviation
Responsibilities
Own and execute the corporate development strategy in alignment with the company's investment thesis and growth objectives
Source, evaluate, and prioritize M&A opportunities through proactive market mapping, relationship development, and build-vs-buy analysis
Lead all phases of the deal lifecycle: target identification, valuation, due diligence, negotiation, definitive documentation, and integration planning
Cultivate relationships with investment banks, advisors, strategic partners, and potential acquisition targets
Partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Sales, Finance, and Legal to assess strategic fit, synergy potential, and operational feasibility
Develop executive-level materials, financial models, and scenario analyses for leadership and board presentations
Drive post-merger integration planning and monitor portfolio performance against deal objectives
Conduct competitive intelligence and market analysis to inform long-term strategic planning
Represent the company at industry events to support deal sourcing and partnership development
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in corporate development, investment banking, private equity, or corporate strategy, with significant SaaS/enterprise software exposure
Demonstrated track record leading M&A transactions end-to-end, from origination through integration
Expertise in financial modeling, valuation methodologies, and deal structuring
Ability to synthesize complex technical, operational, and financial information into clear strategic recommendations
Strong executive presence with polished communication and presentation skills
Experience operating cross-functionally in high-growth or PE-backed technology environments
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree in business, finance, or related field
Familiarity with aviation technology, flight operations software, or aerospace industry dynamics
Prior responsibility for integration management or corporate strategy functions
Background managing strategic partnerships or joint ventures
Pilot certificate or aviation enthusiast
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance with Employer paid health premiums
Open PTO Policy
401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting
12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave
4 Weeks Paid Paternity Leave
Flight Training Rewards
Tuition Stipend
Company
ForeFlight
ForeFlight was founded in 2007 by aviation entrepreneurs who set out to build elegant, high-performing flight planning and flight bag apps for pilots.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adam Houghton
Co-Founder / Executive Adviser
Tyson W.
Co-Founder
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