9Spoke appoints Kevin Phalen to the role of independent non-executive director

9Spokes International Ltd (ASX:9SP) has appointed Kevin Phalen to its board of directors as an independent non-executive director, effective June 27. Phalen will also sit on the board's Audit & Risk Committee and Remuneration & Nomination Committee. He brings more than 30 years of global banking and financial services experience to the board. The company believes Phalen has unequivocal expertise and a proven track record across business development, payables automation, operations, and risk management in global financial services, banking, and technology. Most recently, Phalen worked as senior vice president and head of global business solutions at Visa International. Newly appointed independent non-executive director Kevin Phalen  “Unparalleled level of industry experience” Speaking to the appointment, chairman Paul Reynolds said: “We are delighted to welcome Kevin to the 9Spokes Board. “Kevin is hugely respected and has maintained, fostered, and grown indispensable relationships in banking, financial services, and technology for more than 30 years in the US, Europe, and Asia. “Kevin now brings this unparalleled level of industry experience and governance to the Board at a crucial time as we seek to accelerate expansion of our global footprint.” “Exciting time” Newly appointed director Kevin Phalen said: “It is truly an exciting time to join the Board of 9Spokes, a company doing great things in the areas of open data and business insights. “9Spokes is centered on the business and financial services sectors, focused on building digital solutions that meet evolving needs, and has established global, strategic partners to forward its vision. “I look forward to bringing my experience to the Board, driving positive innovation, and continuing 9Spokes’ growth.” Previous positions Phalen served nine years at Bank of America as managing director, where he led the commercial card, prepaid card and comprehensive payables business for Bank of America Merrill Lynch. He also led the Public Sector Banking GTS coverage team and previously oversaw the Merchant business along with the trade and Supply Chain business. Phalen holds a BA double major in Theology and Philosophy from the University of Saint Louis, St. Louis, Missouri. He is based in Chicago, US.