Ecommpay Appoints Chris Wilson as New CFO

Inclusive global payments platform, Ecommpay, has appointed experienced finance leader, Chris Wilson, as its new Chief Financial Officer. Since qualifying as a Chartered Accountant in 2010, Chris has worked in finance roles across the music and payments industries, giving him a broad understanding of the challenges facing businesses in a wide range of sectors. Driven by data and a passion for problem-solving and relationship-building, Chris’ focus on the commercial, strategic and operational aspects of finance makes him well-equipped to join the Ecommpay leadership team, supporting the company’s growth ambitions in 2025 and beyond. A versatile and hands-on leader with a proven track record of achieving success across various companies and industries, Chris has extensive experience supporting start-ups, SMEs and global corporates. Previous employers include Shieldpay, Universal Music Group, BBC Studios, and Warner Music Group. In his most recent role as Group Finance Director at Shieldpay he played a pivotal role in scaling operations in the UK and US, driving strategic growth and operational excellence. Willem Wellinghoff, UK Chair, Ecommpay commented: “Chris brings valuable expertise in sectors very relevant to the Ecommpay business. We are growing rapidly, delivering payment solutions that are inclusive and scalable for the fast-moving e-commerce space, and Chris’ experience will be vital to our continued success. “We are excited to welcome Chris to the Ecommpay team and look forward to the strategic vision and leadership he will bring.” Chris Wilson added: “I am delighted to be joining Ecommpay at this exciting point in its growth. I look forward to applying my expertise to help expand the Ecommpay offering to serve even more businesses and their customers.”