John Ternes

John Ternes is Chief Financial Officer at Kumanu, where he oversees the company’s financial strategy, planning, and operations. With deep expertise in finance, accounting, and high-growth environments, John plays a critical role in ensuring Kumanu’s continued growth is grounded in sound financial stewardship.

John has a proven track record of guiding early- and mid-stage companies through periods of rapid growth, capital raises, and successful exits. He served in key financial leadership roles at HealthMedia, which was acquired by Johnson & Johnson, and LLamasoft, which was acquired by TPG Capital. At both organizations, he helped lead multiple funding rounds, drove significant increases in valuation, and supported complex sell-side and buy-side transactions.

Known for his strategic mindset and operational rigor, John brings a balanced approach to finance that aligns closely with Kumanu’s mission-driven culture. His work supports the company’s ability to scale purpose-centered solutions while maintaining fiscal discipline and investor confidence.

John holds a B.B.A. from the University of Michigan and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).