KNOXVILLE, Tenn., July 17, 2025 — Smartria®, a leading compliance software platform for investment advisors, is excited to announce Mark Cunha as its new Head of Growth Initiatives. This strategic addition to the executive team reflects Smartria’s commitment to accelerating innovation and expanding its market footprint across the regulatory technology landscape.
Mark brings more than 10 years of experience in go-to-market strategy, building and fostering client relationships, and business development. He’s been a part of and led high-impact growth teams at fast-scaling technology companies in the financial services space. In his new role, he is responsible for leading Smartria’s cross-functional growth strategy, driving key partnerships, and overseeing initiatives that strengthen the company’s position as a trusted compliance solution for RIAs and financial institutions.
“Mark has a remarkable track record of driving transformational growth,” said Patrick Hunt, CEO of Smartria. “His ability to blend strategic vision with operational execution makes him the ideal leader to guide Smartria into its next chapter. We’re thrilled to welcome him to the team.”
Before joining Smartria, Mark held leadership roles at a high-growth SaaS company, where he was responsible for scaling operations and driving revenue expansion. He also spent several years at a leading consulting firm, working closely with some of its largest clients to solve complex business challenges and accelerate strategic initiatives. In his roles, he has led and contributed to high-performing teams that scaled operations across multiple verticals. His appointment reflects Smartria’s commitment to bringing on experienced, growth-oriented leaders aligned with its mission to simplify compliance through intuitive technology and expert support.
“Smartria is at a pivotal moment of opportunity,” said Cunha. “I’m excited to join a company that’s not only innovating in the regtech space but also truly focused on making compliance more accessible and effective for advisors. I look forward to working with Patrick and the entire team to unlock new avenues for growth.”
