Tributes have been paid to the CFO of one of Australia鈥檚 fastest growing tech companies, who previously worked in the UK.
Cameron Small, who worked for FinTech Shift, died of cancer last week at the age of 54.
Phil Adams, head of global technology group and co-head of UK corporate finance at Houlihan Lokey,聽 described him as a 鈥榯ruly great colleague鈥�.
鈥淚 had the privilege to work with him for six years when Cameron was Altium鈥檚 CFO from 2005 to 2011,鈥� he wrote.
鈥淐ameron was our first professional CFO and I remember it was a shock to the system when he first joined us from Credit Suisse.
鈥淗is professionalism and integrity were always at the forefront and I came to appreciate him hugely when I became CEO in 2007.
鈥淗e played a key role in helping the business navigate the financial crash always keeping laser focused on the old adage that cash is king.鈥�
Adams recalled one piece of advice in particular that his former colleague gave him.
鈥淗e taught me one of business鈥檚 great lessons – it is easy to surround yourself with people who always agree with you but it is much better to surround yourself with people who challenge and look to improve the business in every way possible,鈥� he recalled.
鈥淗e was a great family man and we kept in touch throughout the time since he returned to Australia in 2011.
鈥淗e never failed to reach out to wish us well as he saw the various milestones as the business progressed into a fully global M&A business.鈥�
He鈥檇 previously worked at Nomura and PwC in London before joining Altium.
Mr Small returned to Australia from the UK in 2011 and spent nearly 10 years at Pepper Money, working as group CFO and group director.
Mario Rehayem, CEO of Pepper Money, said: 鈥淗is passion, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to excellence were truly inspiring. Cameron was not only a valuable senior executive member but also a dear friend to many of us and he will be greatly missed.
鈥淧ersonally, I will always remember Cameron for his positive attitude, his love for his family, and his willingness to go above and beyond to help others. His contributions to our team and the legacy he leaves behind will forever be cherished.鈥�
Shift鈥檚 CEO Jamie Osborn said: 鈥淢ore than his professional achievements though he will be remembered for his exceptional character – unwavering principles, kindness, and his positive and uplifting spirit.鈥�
The company also described him as 鈥榞enuinely wonderful person who earned the admiration of many within our industry鈥�.
Mr Small was married to Fiona and had two children.