– USA, NY – Katapult Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: KPLT), a lease-to-own platform, today announced the appointment of Joyce Phillips and Jane J. Thompson to its Board of Directors, effective immediately, bringing the Board to eight members.
“Both executives are accomplished business leaders and seasoned board members with an impressive record of achievement at the intersection of technology, finance, retail and banking. Their fresh perspective will be an invaluable addition to our board to help us succeed in today’s competitive landscape. We are looking forward to benefiting from their extensive background and experience during this exciting time of opportunity and growth.,” said CEO, Orlando Zayas.
Ms. Phillips will join the audit committee while Ms. Thompson will join the compensation committee as its chair.
About Joyce Phillips
Ms. Phillips is an accomplished and seasoned executive who during her 25-year career has led significant business lines in retail banking, payments solutions, insurance, and wealth management, with global and regional responsibilities. Joyce is the Founder and CEO of EqualFuture Corp., a San Francisco-based FinTech startup focused on delivering affordable personal wellness financial platforms to individuals and businesses. She is currently serving on the Boards of the Western Union Company (NYSE: WU), First Interstate BancSystem (NASDAQ: FIBK), and previously served on the Board of Reinsurance Group of America. Joyce also serves on the Board of Girls Inc. NYC, a non-for-profit board dedicated to empowering young women from underserved communities.
“I am passionate about finding ways to make financial inclusion a reality for all, something that I have championed in most of my professional roles and continue to actively engage in,” said Joyce Phillips. “I’m thrilled to join the board of a company that empowers individuals and families by providing access to payment options and services that meet their needs.”
About Jane J. Thompson
An experienced leader, Jane Thompson has successfully led large and small customer-focused organizations in a variety of industries, including retail, financial services, consumer services, and digital businesses. She has served on the executive committees of Walmart and Sears, and in those roles helped lead C-suite strategies for both corporations. Currently, Ms. Thompson serves as an independent board member and advisor to a wide range of technology and payment companies, such as Navient Corporation (NASDAQ: NAVI) and CompoSecure (NASDAQ: CMPO). Previously, Ms. Thompson served on the board of On Deck Capital, Mitek Systems, Pangea Money Transfers, Verifone Systems, Blackhawk Network Holdings, and The Fresh Market.
“It is a pleasure to join Katapult’s board to help achieve its mission of providing non-prime customers with payment options and promote financial inclusion,” said Jane Thompson. “I look forward to helping Katapult transform the fintech ecosystem for individuals, families, and communities.”
About Katapult
Katapult Holdings, Inc. is an omnichannel lease-purchase platform, providing alternative solutions for retailers and consumers. As a financial technology company, Katapult provides cutting-edge technology that integrates seamlessly with online platforms, enabling our retail partners to expand their customer base, increase transactions, and grow revenue. Katapult’s consumer-centric focus ensures an efficient application and approval process while providing transparent and tailored payment terms. Katapult associates with hundreds of retailers across the United States, with merchant support teams, marketing insights, and suggestions for continued success.
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