Elauwit Connection Names Ex-Goldman VP James Di Bartolo as CFO
Elauwit Connection has appointed James Di Bartolo as Chief Financial Officer, effective April 2, 2026, replacing Sean Arnette. Di Bartolo joins from Goldman Sachs, where he was VP in the Structured Investing Group, and previously led strategic transactions at Barclays, bringing extensive capital markets expertise.
1. CFO Appointment
Elauwit Connection has named James Di Bartolo as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective April 2, 2026, following his confirmation by the board. The move marks a direct leadership transition as Sean Arnette steps down from the CFO role.
2. Professional Background
Di Bartolo joins Elauwit from Goldman Sachs & Co., where he served as Vice President in the Structured Investing Group from October 2024 to March 2026. Prior to that, he spent over three years at Barclays PLC’s Strategic Transactions Group and held investment banking roles at Lazard Frères, Varadero Capital, and Goldman Sachs' Natural Resources Group.
3. CFO Transition
Sean Arnette, who helped prepare Elauwit for its fall 2025 IPO and guided early public-company quarters, will depart the company on April 2, 2026. Elauwit management thanked Arnette for his contributions and wished him success in his next role.
4. Strategic Implications
Di Bartolo’s deep capital markets and structured finance expertise is expected to support Elauwit’s expansion in the multifamily and student housing broadband market. His leadership aims to strengthen financial strategy as the company pursues market share gains and prepares for future growth initiatives.