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Matt Gaudio

Chief Solutions Officer

Matt Gaudio serves as Tusker’s Chief Solutions Officer, where he works at the intersection of technology, strategy, and execution. He focuses on aligning people, processes, and platforms so teams can do their best work and customers see meaningful results. Matt has a long track record of simplifying complexity, strengthening services, and building solutions that fit the way organizations actually operate. He’s known for his collaborative style, his curiosity, and his commitment to helping smart people solve important problems with clarity and confidence.

Matt Zafirovski

Chief Executive Officer

Matt Zafirovski serves as CEO of Tusker, guiding the Executive team and the company’s portfolio with a calm, practical leadership style. He focuses on driving meaningful growth, strengthening customer relationships, and building solutions that move the business forward. Matt is also active in civic and nonprofit work, including long-standing service with the Golden Apple Foundation and support for Lurie Children’s Hospital and Macedonia2025.

Kush Patel

Chief Innovation Officer

Kush Patel serves as Tusker’s Chief Innovation Officer, guiding the work that connects new technology with real customer needs. He focuses on identifying what’s next, testing fresh ideas, and making sure innovation stays grounded in usefulness rather than hype. Working closely with leaders across the organization, Kush helps teams think differently, refine new offerings, and bring forward solutions that make work simpler and more effective for customers. His role ensures Tusker continues to evolve with purpose and provide meaningful value as technology and needs change.