Navan Appoints Aurélien Nolf, Former Lyft VP of FP&A, as New Chief Financial Officer

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Navan, Inc. announced the appointment of Aurélien Nolf, a finance veteran from Lyft and Electronic Arts, as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective March 2, 2026.

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• New Chief Financial Officer Appointed

  Aurélien Nolf has been appointed as Navan's new CFO, effective March 2, 2026, succeeding interim CFO Anne Giviskos.

• Experienced Finance Leadership

  Mr. Nolf brings over 20 years of international public company finance experience, including roles as VP, Head of FP&A and Investor Relations at Lyft, and various finance leadership positions at Electronic Arts Inc.

• Substantial Compensation Package

  Nolf's compensation includes an annual base salary of $600,000, a $1.5 million cash sign-on bonus, a $1 million RSU sign-on bonus, an $8 million RSU award, and a $6 million option award.

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Navan, Inc. has appointed Aurélien Nolf, a seasoned finance executive with over 20 years of public company experience, as its new Chief Financial Officer. Nolf's background at Lyft, where he was VP, Head of FP&A and Investor Relations, and his prior 15 years at Electronic Arts, suggests a focus on improving financial processes, achieving profitability, and enhancing investor relations. This appointment, following a recent board addition, indicates the company's commitment to strengthening its leadership team. The substantial compensation package, including $14 million in equity awards and a $1.5 million cash sign-on bonus, reflects the company's investment in attracting top-tier financial talent to guide its growth and financial strategy.