These 15 companies recently hired CFOs amid IPO rumors

When a company establishes a strong business model, rapidly expands its user base, and raises massive amounts in seed funding, talk of an initial public offering is inevitable.

When those same companies hire a CFO, it's usually a strong sign that an IPO or some other type of exit is on the horizon.

These 15 tech companies have raised millions and even billions of dollars.

They also recently hired CFOs, which has led many analysts to question if they will attempt to go public in the near future.

Some companies have openly admitted that they are eyeing an IPO, while others have outright denied it.

Some of these companies hired their very first CFO, while others replaced their former CFO with an expert in acquisitions, fundraising, or initial public offerings.