BILL Expands Executive Leadership Team with New Appointment

On May 5, 2025, BILL (NYSE: BILL), a prominent financial operations platform catering to small and midsize businesses (SMBs), announced the strategic appointment of Mike Cieri as the Executive Vice President and General Manager of Software Solutions. This addition to the executive leadership team is expected to bolster BILL's software strategy and enhance the company's offerings within its integrated platform.

René Lacerte, CEO and Founder of BILL, emphasized the pivotal role software plays in the company’s innovation agenda. “Software is at the heart of our BILL innovation agenda. It’s the ‘front door’ for how we deliver technology for almost half a million businesses that is both easy to use and transformative," Lacerte stated. His confidence in Cieri’s ability to lead the software strategy underlines BILL's commitment to reimagining the future of financial operations for SMBs.

“Our aim is to elevate and innovate our customer experience by equipping them with the intelligence necessary to make strategic financial decisions,” Lacerte added. This focus on customer-centric solutions aligns with BILL's mission to support growing businesses through an integrated platform that evolves with their needs.

In his new role, Cieri expressed enthusiasm for continuing his passion for building software tailored to the needs of SMBs. “Throughout my career, I have always been passionate about building software to empower more SMBs to achieve their full potential,” Cieri remarked. He highlighted the increasing demand for effective cash flow management and streamlined financial operations, noting that artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way these demands are met.

Cieri described BILL's platform as "best in class" and recognized its significant impact on SMBs and accountants who depend on it for their financial operations. His focus will be on evolving and expanding BILL's offerings to deliver greater value to customers.

Cieri brings over 20 years of experience in software strategy and product development to BILL. His background includes leadership roles focused on addressing the needs of SMBs and driving high-growth business impact.

Before joining BILL, Cieri served as Chief Product Officer at Gusto, where he was instrumental in scaling the company’s product platform across payroll, benefits, HR, and more. His prior experience also includes a tenure as VP of Product Management at Opendoor, where he contributed to developing products that facilitate home ownership. Notably, Cieri spent over seven years at Square, where he held significant roles including General Manager and Head of Product, helping to expand the company from a single product to a comprehensive ecosystem for SMBs.

BILL is a leading financial operations platform designed for small and midsize businesses. The company is dedicated to automating finance processes to help businesses thrive. Its integrated platform enables efficient management of payables, receivables, and expense management. With a robust network that supports hundreds of thousands of businesses, BILL plays a crucial role in enhancing financial operations. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company has established itself as a trusted partner for leading U.S. financial institutions, accounting firms, and software providers.

In summary, the addition of Mike Cieri to BILL's executive team marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing mission to innovate and empower SMBs through advanced software solutions. As financial operations continue to evolve, BILL is poised to lead the charge in delivering transformative technology that meets the growing demands of its customers.