New Pinterest CFO
Pinterest appoints former Amazon finance executive James Dibbo as its new chief financial officer.
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Pinterest plans to pay Dibbo an annual salary of $650,000, with eligibility for cash incentive bonuses.
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Dibbo began his finance career at PwC in London, holds a B.S. in Economics from Cardiff University and is a Chartered Accountant.
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Pinterest CEO Bill Ready praised Dibbo as “an exceptional finance leader with the operating rigor, strategic range and growth mindset” to benefit the company’s next chapter.
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Pinterest’s filing says Dibbo was appointed CFO effective October 26, 2026, and principal financial officer effective October 30, 2026.
Pinterest appointed James Dibbo as its new chief financial officer, effective October 26, 2026. Street Insider reports that Dibbo, an Amazon executive who spent a decade leading finance for Amazon Ads, Prime Video, and other major divisions, will succeed Julia Brau Donnelly in the role.
Dibbo brings deep experience across advertising and streaming businesses. Traders Union notes he will oversee Pinterest's global finance organization and report to CEO Bill Ready as the company navigates intense competition in the digital advertising market.
Amazon Veteran Brings Decade of Finance Leadership
Dibbo's career at Amazon spanned ten years. Most recently, he led finance for the company's global entertainment, advertising and corporate development businesses. Street Insider reports his portfolio included Amazon Ads, Prime Video, and Twitch — three of Amazon's highest-growth divisions.
Before joining Amazon, Dibbo held senior finance roles at P.F. Chang's as CFO. His career also includes positions at British retail giant Tesco and telecommunications company BT Group. He began in finance at PwC in London and holds a degree in Economics from Cardiff University.
CEO Praises Dibbo's Operating Rigor and Growth Strategy
Pinterest CEO Bill Ready expressed confidence in the appointment. He called Dibbo "an exceptional finance leader with the operating rigor, strategic range and growth mindset" needed to benefit Pinterest's next chapter, according to company filings.
Dibbo will receive an annual salary of $650,000 plus eligibility for cash incentive bonuses. Julia Brau Donnelly, the outgoing CFO, will remain in an advisory role through October 30 to support the transition.
Transition Happens as Pinterest Faces Ad Market Pressures
The leadership change comes as Pinterest navigates intense competition in digital advertising. Traders Union reports the appointment reflects the company's effort to strengthen its finance leadership during a critical period for growth.
Dibbo's background leading finance for Amazon's ad business and streaming platforms positions him to understand the complex economics of Pinterest's core advertising revenue model. His appointment formally takes effect October 26, with his role as principal financial officer beginning October 30.
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