PROG Holdings Adds Two Independent Directors to Board

PROG Holdings Appoints Robert Julian and Daniela Mielke as New Independent Directors

PROG Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: PRG), the fintech holding company behind Progressive Leasing, Vive Financial, Four Technologies, and Build, has announced the appointment of Robert Julian and Daniela Mielke to its Board of Directors.

Ray Robinson, Chairman of PROG Holdings, stated, “Robert and Daniela are respected leaders in fields that align well with PROG Holdings’ strategic direction. Robert’s expertise in consumer retail and e-commerce finance, coupled with Daniela’s background in digital payments, fintech, and e-commerce, make them invaluable additions to our Board.”

PROG Holdings’ President and CEO, Steve Michaels, added, “We are excited to welcome Robert and Daniela as independent directors. Their accomplishments in driving consumer engagement and profitable growth will greatly benefit our three-pillared strategy to Grow, Enhance, and Expand.”

The Board’s Nominating, Governance, and Corporate Responsibility Committee engaged executive search firm Heidrick & Struggles to conduct a nationwide search for qualified candidates.

About Robert Julian
With over 30 years of financial experience, Robert Julian recently retired as CFO of TheRealReal, Inc. (Nasdaq: REAL), a prominent online marketplace for authenticated, consigned luxury goods. His prior roles include CFO at Sportsman’s Warehouse and Deluxe Entertainment Services Group, as well as senior financial positions at companies like Callaway Golf, Cisco Systems, and Honeywell. Julian currently serves on the board of Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SHLS) and Rayton Solar Inc.

About Daniela Mielke
Daniela Mielke brings over 25 years of leadership experience in digital payments, fintech, and e-commerce. As the Managing Partner of Commerce Technology Advisors, LLC, she offers strategic consulting to firms in technology, financial services, and private equity. Previously, she served as North American CEO of RS2 Inc., and held senior positions at Vantiv, PayPal, and Visa. Mielke also sits on the boards of WisdomTree, Inc. (NYSE: WT) and Nuvei (TSX: NVEI).

About PROG Holdings, Inc.
Based in Salt Lake City, UT, PROG Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: PRG) provides innovative and transparent payment solutions to consumers through its subsidiaries. Progressive Leasing offers point-of-sale lease-to-own options, Vive Financial provides omnichannel revolving credit products, Four Technologies enables Buy Now, Pay Later solutions, and Build offers credit-building tools. More information is available at PROG Holdings.

Source link

Share your love

Newsletter Updates

Enter your email address below and subscribe to our newsletter