- Appointment: Josh Gordon-Blake has been appointed as the new Chief Digital Officer (CDO) of MoneyGram, based in Texas. He will report directly to MoneyGram’s chairman and CEO, Alex Holmes.
- Predecessor: Gordon-Blake takes over from Seth Ross, who left the role in August to spend time with his family and explore new opportunities in the LA fintech community.
- Responsibilities: In his new role, Gordon-Blake will lead MoneyGram’s digital strategy, focusing on expanding the reach and growth of MoneyGram Online (MGO), the company’s website and mobile app.
- MGO Platform: MoneyGram Online serves millions of global consumers with a network that includes over 5 billion digital endpoints and 440,000 retail locations. It allows users to pay bills and trade cryptocurrencies online.
- Key Focus Areas: Gordon-Blake will oversee all aspects of the MGO platform, including cryptocurrency integration, remittance services, and new product launches. He will also drive initiatives to enhance customer acquisition, improve customer experience, and build long-term loyalty.
- Background: Gordon-Blake previously co-founded and served as COO of Pangea, a digital money transfer company based in Chicago, which was acquired by Enova International in 2021.
- Recent Appointments at MoneyGram: In the past year, MoneyGram has added several new executives to its team, including Edwina Johnson as GM for MoneyGram Online International and Gary Ferrera as CFO.
- Strategic Vision: MoneyGram plans to utilize Gordon-Blake’s extensive experience to accelerate the growth of its fintech platform and expand its suite of digital products and services.
MoneyGram names Josh Gordon-Blake as new chief digital officer
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