eCapital announced the appointment of Matthew Shearer as Senior Vice President of Channel Sales. This strategic move aims to expand eCapital's reach by embedding its financing solutions within third-party platforms and digital marketplaces.

“We are pleased to welcome Matt to our team," said Marius Silvasan, CEO at eCapital Corp. "His specialized expertise and reputation in the industry enhance our capabilities, ensuring we lead in innovation within the transformative fintech landscape. With our focus on expanding financing options across digital channels, his experience will drive growth in this sector.”

In his role, Shearer will lead the go-to-market strategy for eCapital’s embedded finance solution, leveraging his extensive network to establish new partner relationships, drive revenue, and foster growth within eCapital’s digital finance business. Shearer brings a wealth of experience, having held significant roles in finance, most recently as Head of Financial Institutions, Strategic Partnerships at Funding Circle U.S. Past notable positions include senior roles at Alviere, Viasat, Target Corporation, and FirstBank Holding Company.

Shearer commented, “eCapital's forward-thinking approach greatly appealed to me. Their trajectory and industry momentum is impressive, and I am excited to cultivate partnerships and advance our embedded finance solutions. Joining eCapital offers the opportunity to make a real impact and contribute to the company's future success."

Shearer’s appointment highlights eCapital's commitment to securing top talent and reinforces its position as a leader in specialty finance, particularly in the expanding digital marketplace.