Kelly Steckelberg Joins Canva as Chief Financial Officer

Canva appoints Kelly Steckelberg, former CFO of Zoom, to spearhead its financial strategies. This move signals Canva’s preparation for significant growth, including a potential IPO, as the company surpasses 220 million monthly active users and strengthens its global presence.

November 2024

Sydney, Australia – Canva, a global leader in online design and visual communication tools, has announced the appointment of Kelly Steckelberg as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Steckelberg, known for her exceptional leadership and financial expertise, will officially begin her role on November 26, 2024.

Steckelberg brings a wealth of experience to Canva, having served as CFO at Zoom, where she played a pivotal role in the company’s successful initial public offering (IPO) in 2019 and its meteoric rise during the pandemic. Her strategic acumen also stems from leadership roles at Cisco and her time as CEO of Zoosk, a tech-driven online dating platform.

Commenting on the appointment, Canva Co-founder and COO Cliff Obrecht said:
“Kelly’s remarkable track record as a leader and her expertise in scaling enterprise companies align perfectly with Canva’s mission to empower teams and workplaces to communicate visually. We are thrilled to welcome her to our leadership team at such an exciting time in our journey.”

 

Under Steckelberg’s guidance, Canva aims to strengthen its position as a dominant force in the design software space. The company recently crossed a significant milestone, surpassing 220 million monthly active users. With a valuation of $32 billion, Canva is well-positioned to expand its offerings and potentially pursue an IPO, joining other leading tech firms reentering the public market.

Steckelberg shared her enthusiasm about the opportunity:
“I’ve long admired Canva’s innovative approach to democratizing design and its commitment to empowering individuals and organizations. I’m excited to contribute to Canva’s continued growth and success as we help users worldwide achieve their goals.”

 

This announcement marks a significant step in Canva’s strategic growth plans, reaffirming its dedication to scaling operations and delivering value to its global community of users.

For more information about Canva and its leadership team, visit www.canva.com.

About Canva:

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sydney, Canva is an online platform that simplifies graphic design for individuals and teams. It offers a range of tools for creating presentations, social media graphics, and other visual content, empowering users across the globe to bring their ideas to life.