Brittany Kelley, vice president of solutions for financial institutions at Pathward, a financial empowerment company driven by its purpose to power financial inclusion, has been named to American Banker’s 2024 list of The Most Influential Women in Payments: Next.
“We’re incredibly proud of Brittany and pleased to see her recognized nationally by American Banker for her achievements,” Will Sowell, divisional president of banking-as-a-service at Pathward, said. “She has worked in a variety of roles during her time at Pathward, and her experience coupled with her leadership and work ethic have prepared her for her current role and creative solutioning wherein she led Pathward’s successful launch of our new product suite of offerings for financial institutions. I expect we will continue to see Brittany do remarkable things in the future.”
Kelley joined Pathward 16 years ago as a customer service representative. Her commitment to self-improvement and professional growth has been a driving force behind her success at Pathward. Demonstrating a deep alignment with Pathward’s financial inclusion mission, she consistently has embraced diverse roles within the company, displaying both adaptability and a positive attitude throughout her tenure. In addition to customer service and her current role, she has worked in accounting, treasury, investor relations and strategic planning during her tenure at Pathward. Kelley earned a Bachelor of Science in economics from South Dakota State University.
Outside of her role at Pathward, Kelley has been involved in the Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Network, where she served as steering committee chair. She also has dedicated her time to inspire and empower youth as a volunteer coach for Girls on the Run.
“I’m honored to be recognized,” Kelley said. “Mentors have played a significant role in my career, offering invaluable guidance as I navigated new roles and responsibilities. Embracing flexibility and adaptability has been essential, as well. Being open to taking on roles and projects outside my usual scope has broadened my experience and showcased my versatility. I’m deeply grateful for the support I’ve received and look forward to continuing to mentor others on their own paths to success.”
