MoneyGram Appoints Josh Gordon-Blake as Chief Digital Officer
MoneyGram International, Inc., a leading global fintech company connecting communities worldwide, has announced the appointment of Josh Gordon-Blake as Chief Digital Officer. As MoneyGram’s digital business continues to thrive, Gordon-Blake will drive digital strategy with a focus on expanding MoneyGram Online (MGO) globally. He will report directly to Alex Holmes, MoneyGram’s Chairman and CEO, and will be part of the Executive Leadership Team.
“We’re excited to welcome Josh to the global fintech company team and utilize his breadth of experience to fast-track the growth of our modern fintech platform and suite of digital products and services,” shared Holmes. “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.”
The global fintech company’s digital business is growing rapidly, with MGO leading the way as the company’s main platform for sending money globally. The platform also allows users to pay bills online and buy, sell, and hold cryptocurrencies, leveraging a robust network of over 5 billion digital endpoints and 440,000 retail locations worldwide.
Gordon-Blake will lead all aspects of the MGO platform, including core remittance services, cryptocurrency integration, and upcoming product innovations. He will focus on market expansion, enhancing customer experience, and driving long-term customer loyalty.
“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,” said Gordon-Blake. “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.”
Gordon-Blake previously co-founded Pangea, a digital money transfer business, and served as Chief Operating Officer, leading the company through significant growth until its acquisition by Enova International in 2021. He is also active in the venture capital community as an angel investor and founding Limited Partner at Rally Cap Ventures, an early-stage fund focused on fintech investments in emerging markets.
About MoneyGram
MoneyGram International, Inc. is a leading global fintech company that empowers consumers and businesses to move and manage money across nearly every country worldwide. With its cutting-edge cross-border platform, MoneyGram enables millions of people to send money to family and friends, who can receive funds in cash, directly into bank accounts, mobile wallets, or on cards. As a pioneer in scalable blockchain technology, MoneyGram also allows consumers to buy, sell, and hold digital currencies through its top-tier app. Boasting one of the world’s most extensive cash distribution networks, MoneyGram is the largest on and off-ramp provider for digital currencies globally.
With a diverse team of over 2,000 employees across 36 countries, representing more than 75 nationalities, MoneyGram is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and recognized for its strong corporate culture. It has been honored with the Top Workplaces USA award for three consecutive years. Serving over 50 million people in more than 200 countries and territories annually, MoneyGram processes over $200 billion USD each year. The company remains relentlessly digital-first and customer-focused, with digital transactions now accounting for more than 50% of its money transfer business.
