OMAHA, Neb., Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — gWorks, a leader in providing comprehensive software solutions for small- to mid-sized local governments, today announced the appointment of Moneesh Arora as Chief Executive Officer. Moneesh succeeds Joseph Heieck, the company’s founder and long-serving CEO, who will transition to the role of Chairman of the Board. This leadership transition underscores gWorks’ commitment to delivering transformative technology that empowers local communities and drives operational excellence.
Moneesh brings over 20 years of experience building and scaling mission-critical software companies and leading high-performing teams in both Fortune 500 and high-growth private equity environments. Most recently, he served as CEO of Unifocus, a global leader in hospitality labor management and hotel operations software. His career also includes executive leadership roles at Paycor, ADP, Thomson Reuters, Dun & Bradstreet, and PwC, where he focused on driving client success, operational excellence, and growth. Moneesh’s breadth of expertise positions him to lead gWorks in its next chapter of innovation and market leadership.
“I am honored to join gWorks at such a pivotal time,” said Moneesh Arora. “Joseph and the gWorks team have built an incredible foundation, serving as an essential partner to local governments across the country. I look forward to working with the talented team at gWorks to further expand our offerings, enhance client experiences, and continue empowering communities with cutting-edge technology.”
Joseph Heieck acquired gWorks 10 years ago and has since transformed the company into a market leader in municipal software solutions, serving thousands of local governments across the country. Under Joseph’s leadership, gWorks has become synonymous with innovation, operational efficiency, and community impact. As Chairman, Joseph will continue to play a strategic advisory role to the company.
“Moneesh is the right leader to take gWorks to the next level,” said Joseph Heieck. “His extensive experience and proven ability to scale businesses while maintaining a client-first approach are exactly what gWorks needs as it enters this next phase of growth. I look forward to supporting Moneesh and the team as they build on the strong foundation we’ve created.”
gWorks is backed by BV Investment Partners, a leading private equity firm specializing in software and technology-enabled services. BV’s partnership with gWorks has been instrumental in supporting its growth and innovation efforts.
About gWorks
gWorks is a leading provider of mission-critical, cloud-based software solutions designed to simplify complex municipal operations. Our SaaS platform empowers thousands of local governments across the United States to operate more efficiently, make informed decisions, and focus on what truly matters—improving the lives of the citizens they serve.
With over 45 years of experience, gWorks delivers intuitive tools that streamline administrative processes and enhance transparency, enabling municipalities to address their communities’ evolving needs. gWorks is part of the portfolio of BV Investment Partners, a leading private equity firm specializing in technology-enabled business services. Since 1983, BV has invested more than $5.5 billion in innovative companies driving progress in software and IT services.
Learn more about how gWorks is transforming local government at www.gworks.com.
Contact:
Laura Guntren, Vice President of Marketing
gWorks
(402) 527-1076 | lguntren@gworks.com
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