MoneyGram has announced the appointment of Josh Gordon-Blake as Chief Digital Officer to amplify momentum, spearheading digital strategy with a focus on the growth and global expansion of MoneyGram Online (MGO).
MoneyGram Online serves millions of consumers worldwide, offering the ability to send money, both domestically and internationally, through its payment networks with over 5 billion digital endpoints and 440,000 retail locations. The fintech platform also enables users to pay bills online or buy, sell, and hold cryptocurrencies.
Reporting directly to Alex Holmes, MoneyGram Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Josh Gordon-Blake will serve on the Executive Leadership Team and will lead all current and future facets of the MGO platform, including core remittance services, cryptocurrency integration, and upcoming product launches and innovations.
Gordon-Blake will oversee initiatives to accelerate customer acquisition, elevate customer experience, and build long-term loyalty.
Josh Gordon-Blake joins MoneyGram after co-founding Pangea
Gordon-Blake joins MoneyGram after co-founding Pangea, a London-based fintech company providing cross-border payment solutions, particularly for businesses in emerging markets, catering to the needs of firms that operate across different countries and currencies. Under his leadership, Pangea achieved significant growth, culminating in its successful acquisition by Enova International in 2021.
Beyond his operational expertise, Josh is active in the venture capital community, serving as an angel investor and founding Limited Partner at Rally Cap Ventures, an early-stage fund focused on fintech investments in emerging markets.
Alex Holmes, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at MoneyGram, said: “We’re excited to welcome Josh to the MoneyGram team and utilize his breadth of experience to fast-track the growth of our modern fintech platform and suite of digital products and services. With his impressive track record in fintech innovation and entrepreneurial leadership, I am confident that Josh will not only build on our outstanding progress but also propel us to new heights of success.”
Josh Gordon-Blake, Chief Digital Officer at MoneyGram, commented: “I am thrilled to take on this new role at MoneyGram, a company at the forefront of digital innovation, driving global connectivity through its cutting-edge website and mobile app. The opportunities ahead, fueled by best-in-class technology, existing international reach, and scalable infrastructure, are immense. I look forward to working with this talented team to deliver digital solutions that meet the evolving needs of customers globally.”
