There’s a unique strength that emerges from someone who has known their calling since childhood. For Rachael Cordova, that clarity surfaced at age twelve, when she began to envision a future shaped by numbers, decisions, and purpose. Today, as a chief financial officer, she leads with the same sense of resolve, precision, and empathy that first defined her youthful ambition.
Rachael’s career reveals a compelling narrative not of arrival, but of acceleration. In her most recent role, in just over six years, she transformed her finance department into a powerhouse of strategic insight and operational agility. Her leadership helped steer her company through three major acquisitions, all while cultivating a workplace where people feel valued and energized. At the center of that evolution stood a finance executive unafraid to challenge norms, build resilient teams, and inspire others to match her velociHer approach to leadership blends rigor with intuition.
Rachael champions a model that places people and mission at the heart of every decision, whether she’s navigating capital structures or spearheading change management. She views excellence not just as a metric, but as a mindset; one that must be lived daily by every member of her team. Her commitment to fostering collaboration and professional growth has elevated culture while fortifying business strategies across the organization.
As Rachael takes on her newest role, as CFO for AXN Growth Partners, the future she envisions is expansive. With every action driven to expand the company’s mission and drive best in class employee experience, Rachael will help steer the company toward ambitious goals.
Being honored as a Titan 100 Honoree affirms what those around her already recognize: Rachael is a catalytic force in an industry that thrives on discipline and heart. Her guiding belief, “Purpose Driven. People Focused. Relentless Execution,” is more than a tagline—it’s a promise she delivers on every day. Rachael’s most cherished accomplishments are measured not just in fiscal wins, but in human outcomes. From mentoring emerging leaders to creating scalable systems that make daily work easier and more meaningful, she brings a level of intentionality that shapes culture as much as the numbers. Her work has elevated financial health while allowing her companies’ missions to reach further and resonate deeper.
Amid the fast pace of transformation, Rachael remains grounded in service. Her drive isn’t fueled by recognition but by the quiet confidence that she’s building something lasting. And in doing so, she has become more than a steward of finances, she’s a steward of possibility.
