Mr. Hess is an Operating Partner and focuses on technology investments with an emphasis on the financial technology and broader software sectors, having joined WCAS in 2020. Prior to joining WCAS, Mr. Hess was the Chief Executive Officer at Khoros and worked with Vista Equity Partners as a senior advisor. Prior to working with Vista Equity Partners, Mr. Hess spent over 22 years at Advent Software, where he served many roles culminating in President and Chief Executive Officer.