JAZD Markets, the leader in online B2B directory-driven Marketing-as-a Service (MaaS) platforms, today announced that Andrew J. Centauro has joined the company as VP of Finance. In this role, Centauro will have overall leadership responsibility for the strategy and operations for all of the Companys finance and control functions. In announcing the addition of Centauro, Jamie Bedard, Founder and CEO at JAZD said We are incredibly lucky to bring aboard the kind of industry veteran weve found in Andy. I am confident that his years of industry experience and his deep understanding of the B2B marketplace will make him a valuable contributor to the JAZD team. Centauros proficiency at increasing shareholder value contributed to the successful sale of three companies in 20 years. One of his methods involves leveraging technology to maximize company performance and shareholder value. His financial and operational experience embraces e-commerce, publishing, software, manufacturing and consumer products. Centauros diverse industry and functional background makes him well suited to leverage his strategic, operational and financial strengths. Before joining JAZD Markets, was CFO of Newforma, Inc. Other positions include a range of finance-based executive positions with Blodgett Corporation, General Cinema Corporation and PepsiCo, Inc. Andy holds an M.B.A from Boston College and a B.S.B.A. in accounting from Boston University. Im thrilled to join the JAZD team at this early stage, and look forward to contributing our goal of providing a valuable and unique service to our clients, said Centauro. I look forward to working with our team of veteran industry professionals and growing the business together. About JAZD Markets: JAZD is the leading B2B directory platform services company for B2B Trade Publishers, headquartered in Andover, MA. JAZD combines Directory placement, display advertising, lead generation, content integration; social media and vertical search into an innovative Marketing as a Service (MaaS) directory platform where advertiser can measure and optimize the value from their on-line marketing spend. JAZD! operates multiple on-line B2B markets under the brands: www.jazdchemicals.com , www.jazdenergy.com , www.jazdtech.com , www.jazdconstruction.com , www.jazdtelecom.com , www.jazdfoodandbeverage.com , www.jazdmanufacturing.com , www.jazdhospitality.com , www.jazdelectronics.com , www.jazdoilandgas.com , www.jazdpackaging.com , www.jazdlifesciences.com , www.jazdhealthcare.com , www.jazdhotels.com , www.jazdnightclubandbar.com , www.jazdcommunications.com , where buyers can easily find and the right product/service.
