Parsippany, NJ – [October 31 2024] – OLI Systems, a pioneer in water chemistry solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of two esteemed leaders to its executive team, reinforcing our mission to reshape industries with advanced chemistry and operational expertise. Please join us in welcoming CJ Gottuso as Chief Financial Officer and Trevor MacMaster as Chief Commercial Officer. These appointments reflect OLI’s commitment to excellence and strategic growth, ensuring that OLI continues to deliver innovative, high-impact solutions across its industry spectrum.
CJ Gottuso, Chief Financial Officer
Joining as Chief Financial Officer, CJ brings a unique blend of financial acumen, operational insight and a relentless drive to create enduring impact. His approach reflects OLI’s dedication to a Commitment to Excellence, where being both tough and competent enables us to transform obstacles into stepping stones for success. Reporting directly to CEO Andy Rafal, CJ will oversee the Finance & Operations team, focusing on integrating streamlined processes that advance efficiency and enhance organizational alignment across OLI. His impressive track record, including his recent leadership of AI-driven platforms and significant fundraising rounds, speaks to his forward-thinking approach. With deep experience in high-stakes financial strategy and corporate M&A, CJ has always pushed boundaries, embodying the drive to not only meet challenges but redefine how they are approached. An ultramarathon runner and adventure enthusiast, CJ’s commitment to continuous improvement mirrors OLI’s Drive to be Different—creating transformative, strategic impacts that redefine industry standards. As CJ steps into this role, we are confident his proactive approach will be instrumental in advancing OLI’s vision.
Trevor MacMaster, Chief Commercial Officer
Trevor MacMaster joins OLI as our Chief Commercial Officer with over two decades of experience spanning global SaaS, oil and gas, and digital transformation.
With an established record of scaling client facing teams that are obsessed with delivering high value solutions, Trevor’s approach aligns well with OLI’s core values of Collaborative Success, Customer Obsession and Long-Term Vision. Also reporting directly to Andy, Trevor will lead our go-to-market strategy, uniting product, marketing, and customer success teams to unlock new growth avenues and amplify OLI’s impact.
Trevor’s prior global experience includes operational roles with Tier 1 industrial asset owners and transformational leadership of start-ups into operational powerhouses that consistently deliver high value client success. His dedication to servant leadership and fostering a culture of collaboration will resonate deeply within OLI, as we collectively focus on achieving long-term success and building meaningful industry relationships.
As OLI advances its mission to lead in water chemistry and asset protection, CJ and Trevor’s leadership will support a future marked by operational excellence and strategic growth. We welcome them to the team and look forward to the powerful contributions they will bring.