CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Jan. 15, 2025) – Fastbreak AI, the leading provider of AI-powered sports operations software, today announced Tom Aucamp has joined the company as Chief Financial Officer. Aucamp brings more than 35 years of experience leading and scaling high-growth consumer and technology companies, including C-level roles at IPS Packaging, RideNow, Jamba Juice and Swisher Hygiene.
“In just a few years since its founding, Fastbreak has built technology that’s become essential to sports at every level,” Aucamp said. “The company is building the operational backbone for sports, and what drew me here is the opportunity to help scale that impact across both professional and amateur organizations. My focus is on building the financial and operational foundation that supports our go-to-market programs, while ensuring the team can move quickly and continue delivering meaningful value as we grow.”
As CFO, Aucamp will oversee Fastbreak's financial operations, long-range planning and corporate development initiatives, with a focus on accelerating growth and supporting the company in its next stage of evolution following its Series A. Over his career, Aucamp has advised on and executed more than 100 transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures and capital raises, while leading management teams across corporate finance, M&A advisory and operational transformation.
“Tom brings a rare combination of operator mindset and financial leadership that reflects the strength of our leadership team as we enter our next phase of growth,” Fastbreak AI CEO John Stewart said. “The team we’ve built is positioned to supercharge innovation across professional and amateur sports, and drive our mission of delivering the most advanced operations platform at every level. His ability to navigate complex challenges and align teams around execution will be critical as we scale and expand our footprint.”
Aucamp earned an MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and a bachelor’s degree in economics from Harvard University. He began his career in corporate development and strategic planning at large industrial and media companies, including Blockbuster. He will work directly with members of Fastbreak’s C-suite, including Stewart, COO Tom Kuhr and CTO Ben Brantly.
About Fastbreak AI
Founded in 2022, Fastbreak AI is the world’s leading AI-powered sports operations engine. The company provides professional and amateur sports organizations with advanced scheduling, operations management, sports travel and ticketing software. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Fastbreak AI is backed by leading investors and trusted by premier sports organizations around the world. Learn more at www.fastbreak.ai.
