Founder & CEO at Lions Main Corporation (Better Flip) (2024-01 – Present)
- Founded and lead Better Flip, a behavioral-finance platform designed for digital entertainment users.
- Developed B2C and B2B go-to-market strategies, including white-label solutions for global operators.
- Originated sponsor bank partnerships supporting payments, deposits, and fund flows.
- Led fundraising strategy targeting $2M–$5M and engaged global investors.
- Built international pipeline across Africa and emerging markets through conferences and partnerships.
Director, Business Development at Bates Group (2024-05 – Present)
- Lead business development initiatives across AML compliance, model validation, and regulatory advisory.
- Advise fintechs and banks on U.S. market entry and regulatory strategy.
- Support licensing efforts including money transmission licenses (MTLs).
- Partner cross-functionally with legal, risk, and compliance teams.
Principal Owner at The Fitch Team LLC (2017-01 – Present)
- Drove business development contributing to $30M+ client revenue. Advised fintechs and banks on partnerships and compliance strategy.
- Led fundraising efforts totaling $2M.
- Built executive-level pipelines and strategic relationships.
Business Development Executive at Cross River Bank (2021-12 – 2023-12)
- Onboarded fintech clients generating $100M+ in revenue.
- Partnered with Visa, Mastercard, and Amex on BIN programs.
- Developed payment solutions including ACH and RTP.
- Designed compliant fund flows for BNPL programs.
VP, Payment Systems at MainStreet Bank (2019-07 – 2021-07)
- Onboarded $15M+ in deposits.
- Developed fintech onboarding strategy aligned with risk and compliance.
- Evaluated partners for strategic and regulatory fit.
VP, Corporate Sales at TD Bank (2018-07 – 2019-07)
- Managed enterprise client portfolio and payment solutions.
- Negotiated merchant agreements and optimized processing costs.
- Advised on PCI compliance and fraud mitigation.
VP, Strategic Sales at Bank of America (2011-11 – 2018-06)
- Managed $350M+ in payment processing volume.
- Closed mid-market and enterprise deals.
- Advised clients on payment optimization and compliance.
