Funding Circle appoints Coconut co-founder Adam Goodall as VP of product

Funding Circle Appointment:
- Adam Goodall appointed as the new Vice President of Product at Funding Circle.
- Goodall joins Funding Circle from Coconut, a UK fintech start-up he co-founded in 2016.
Career Highlights:
- Goodall served as Chief Product Officer at Coconut, leading product development until its acquisition by GoSimpleTax.
- Previous collaboration with Sam O’Connor, Coconut’s co-founder, includes launching ProConfirm in 2012.
Business Transition:
- Both Goodall and O’Connor stepping back from operational involvement in Coconut after the GoSimpleTax acquisition.
- O’Connor recently joined OakNorth to lead its business banking offering.
Professional Expertise:
- Goodall has extensive experience working with small businesses, aligning with Funding Circle’s goals.
- Tasked with enhancing Funding Circle’s multi-product platform to better serve customer needs.
Commentary on Appointment:
- Jerome Fernandez, Managing Director of FlexiPay at Funding Circle, praises Goodall’s experience in working with small businesses, emphasizing the value in solving customer pain points and securing funding.
Vision for Funding Circle:
- Goodall’s role aims to contribute to the growth of Funding Circle’s platform and assist more customers in obtaining the necessary funding to succeed.