Amanda Gnecco, Chief Financial Officer, Alliance Entertainment (Nasdaq: AENT
PLANTATION, Fla., July 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alliance Entertainment is pleased to announce the promotion of Amanda Gnecco to Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.
Amanda previously served as Chief Accounting Officer and her leadership has been instrumental in driving financial strategy with corporate objectives, optimizing reporting processes, compliance and operational excellence across the organization. She brings over a decade of financial leadership experience and has been a key contributor to the organization’s growth and transformation.
“Amanda’s promotion to CFO is a reflection of her exceptional leadership, deep financial expertise, and unwavering commitment to our company’s success,” said Jeff Walker, CEO of Alliance Entertainment. “Since joining Alliance in 2018, she’s played a pivotal role in orchestrating our transition from a private to a public company, and her strategic insight will be critical as we continue to scale and innovate.”
“I’m honored to step into the role of Chief Financial Officer and grateful for the trust our leadership team has placed in me,” said Gnecco. “I’m proud to continue to shape the company’s strategic direction and look forward to building on our momentum, driving financial discipline, operational excellence, and long-term value creation. I’m especially thankful to my team for their partnership, talent, and dedication. We remain committed to transparency and strong shareholder engagement as we execute our growth strategy.”
Prior to joining Alliance Entertainment, Amanda led high-performing accounting teams and held senior financial roles at Envision Healthcare and Pet Supermarket. She holds a Master of Science degree in Accounting from Keller Graduate School of Management, where she graduated with honors and was Valedictorian of her class. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from Midwestern State University and is a Certified Public Accountant.
As CFO, Amanda will oversee all financial operations, including strategic planning and analysis, investor relations, audit and SEC reporting, lender negotiations and debt management, treasury operations, budgeting and forecasting, tax strategy, internal controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance. She will be instrumental in shaping the company’s financial strategy, ensuring rigorous financial discipline, enhancing transparency with shareholders, and supporting Alliance Entertainment’s long-term growth initiatives.
Bruce Ogilvie, Chairman of the Board, added, “Amanda exemplifies the kind of forward-thinking leadership that defines Alliance Entertainment. She brings integrity, insight, and a proven track record. Her promotion is not only well-earned, but also a strategic move that strengthens our executive team as we pursue long-term value creation.”
Gnecco assumes the CFO role from Walker, who previously held dual roles of CEO and CFO.
About Alliance Entertainment
Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT) is a premier distributor and fulfillment partner for the entertainment and pop culture collectibles industry. With more than 325,000 unique in-stock SKUs — including over 57,300 exclusive titles across compact discs, vinyl LPs, DVDs, Blu-rays, and video games — Alliance offers the largest selection of physical media in the market. Our vast catalog also includes licensed merchandise, toys, retro gaming products, and collectibles, serving over 35,000 retail locations and powering e-commerce fulfillment for leading retailers. The company’s growing collectibles portfolio includes Handmade by Robots™, a stylized vinyl figure line featuring licensed characters from leading entertainment franchises. Leveraging decades of operational expertise, exclusive licensing partnerships, and a capital-light, scalable infrastructure, Alliance is a trusted partner to the world’s top entertainment brands and retailers. Our omnichannel platform connects collectors and fans to the products, franchises, and experiences they love — across formats and generations. For more information, visit www.aent.com.
