Steve Hare is the CEO of Sage, a multinational enterprise software company specializing in accounting, payroll, and business management solutions. With a background in finance, Hare has held various CFO roles at companies such as Marconi plc, Spectris plc, and Invensys before joining Sage in 2014. Under his leadership, Sage has focused on transitioning to cloud-based services and recurring revenue models, with notable achievements including the acquisition of Intacct for $850 million.
Who is the CEO of Sage?
Steve Hare, born in Withernsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, UK, is a British businessman who currently serves as the CEO of Sage Group, a multinational enterprise software company. Hare joined Sage Group as CFO and was appointed CEO in November 2018. Under his leadership, Sage made its biggest acquisition, Intacct, in July 2017 for $850 million.
Hare was named the UK's number 1 CEO by Glassdoor in a 2020 poll during the COVID-19 pandemic. He currently resides near York, England, and is married.
Work History
- Sage, Chief Executive Officer (November 2018 - Present)
- Sage, Group CFO (January 2014 - November 2018)
- Apax Partners, Partner (August 2009 - December 2013)
- Invensys, CFO (July 2006 - June 2009)
- Spectris plc, CFO (January 2005 - January 2006)
- GEC/Marconi, Various including CFO (January 1989 - January 2003)
Education History
Steve Hare's educational journey began at Pocklington School in Yorkshire, where he studied from 1972 to 1977. He then attended Island School Hong Kong from 1977 to 1979. Hare pursued higher education at the University of Liverpool, earning a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Economics and Accounting between 1979 and 1982.
When did Steve Hare join Sage?
Steve Hare joined Sage in January 2014 as Group CFO, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his previous roles at companies like Marconi plc, Spectris plc, Invensys, and Apax Partners. In November 2018, Hare was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sage. As of now, he has been with the company for over eight years, contributing significantly to its growth and success.