Open banking fintech Plaid names Eric Hart as first chief financial officer

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  • Plaid, a US-based open banking fintech, has appointed Eric Hart as its first CFO.
  • Eric Hart brings 25 years of experience and joins from Expedia, where he served as CFO.
  • Zachary Perret, Plaid’s co-founder and CEO, welcomed Hart, praising his leadership and experience.
  • Speculation about Plaid going public has arisen with Hart’s appointment.
  • Plaid last raised funding in August 2021, valuing the company at $13.5 billion.
  • Plaid has no immediate IPO plans and can’t provide a timeline, according to a company spokesperson.
Laura M
Laura M
Laura is a financial reporter, editor, and researcher with a particular interest in fintech innovation, capital markets, and the evolving global banking landscape.
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