SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Pathward Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASH), a company focused on financial empowerment and inclusion, announced the appointment of Neeraj Mehta as an independent member of its Board of Directors, effective Monday. Mehta will also join the Audit Committee and the Governance, Nominating and Sustainability Committee of the boards for both Pathward Financial, Inc. and its subsidiary, Pathward, N.A.
Mehta's extensive experience in the financial sector includes his current role as CEO of DigniFi, a FinTech firm specializing in vehicle financing solutions. His previous positions include executive roles at Synchrony, where he served as EVP, CEO of Payment Solutions and Chief Commercial Officer from 2018 to 2021, and EVP of Corporate Strategy and Development from 2014 to 2018.
Mehta also boasts a significant tenure at G.E Capital, culminating as President and CEO of Commercial Distribution Finance. He holds a B.S. in Social Sciences from the University of California, Irvine, and an M.B.A. from Syracuse University.
Becky Shulman, chair of the Board of Directors for Pathward Financial, Inc. and Pathward, N.A., expressed confidence in Mehta's ability to contribute to the company's strategy and drive shareholder value. Brett Pharr, CEO of Pathward Financial, Inc., also welcomed Mehta's expertise, particularly in payments and commercial and consumer lending, which aligns with Pathward's unique position in the banking industry.
Pathward Financial, Inc. operates through its subsidiary, Pathward, N.A., offering Banking as a Service and Commercial Finance business lines, aiming to enhance financial access and opportunities for individuals and businesses.
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