Monite, the API-first embedded finance company that helps B2B platforms capitalize on hassle-free finance automation for their clients, has fortified its commitment to become an industry standard by appointing Sophie Haagensen as Chief of Staff.
Sophie Haagensen, an experienced leader who has operated across organisational disciplines in multiple industries as a founder, executive and NED, is joining Monite’s executive team. She previously held the position of Chief Operating Officer at KodyPay, a payments aggregator and mobile point of sale platform. Prior to this, Sophie was Head of Strategy and Planning at Atom Bank, one of the UK’s leading challenger banks and a globally recognised FinTech.
Drawing on a decade of FinTech experience, Sophie will oversee Monite’s strategy, execution, and operations on the way from startup to scaleup. Whether setting direction or implementing systems and structures from scratch, Sophie is a catalyst for growth in tech-first companies. She comments: “The opportunity embedded finance presents is undeniably huge, and Monite is poised to become a leader in this space. I am hugely impressed by the talent and passion of the team, as well as the genuine commitment to building a positive and productive culture — something that, in my experience, sets great companies apart from the competition”.
“We are truly honored to have such a versatile operations professional on board. Sophie’s decision to join Monite showcases a remarkable level of trust and validation in our product and mission. The contributions from Sophie will drive Monite’s steady growth, foster innovation, and help revolutionize B2B financial workflows alongside our solid team”, says Ivan Maryasin, CEO of Monite.