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KUSHKI ECUADOR SA

Fintech

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Kushki is a leading payments technology company based in Latin America, offering comprehensive online payment solutions. Their services include credit and debit card processing, bank transfers, and cash payments. With a strong focus on security, custom integrations, and optimizing conversion rates, Kushki empowers businesses to streamline transactions and reduce fraud risks.

Founded: 2017

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Kushki Company Overview

Kushki is an Ecuadorian fintech company that has rapidly expanded to become a major player in the Latin American payments industry. Co-founded by Aron Schwarzkopf, Kushki focuses on providing secure, efficient, and customizable payment processing solutions for businesses of all sizes. Their services encompass a wide range of payment methods, including credit and debit cards, bank transfers, and cash payments. Kushki’s platform is designed to enhance the payment experience by integrating seamlessly with various business models through APIs, libraries, plugins, payment buttons, and Smartlinks. This flexibility allows businesses to choose the most suitable integration for their needs, ensuring a smooth and frictionless transaction process for customers. Moreover, Kushki places a strong emphasis on security, employing high standards to minimize fraud and manage risk effectively. One of Kushki's significant achievements is becoming the first regional acquirer in Latin America, a milestone that has allowed them to innovate and standardize payment processes across the region. This advancement has significantly improved transaction acceptance rates, settlement performance, and underwriting, contributing to Kushki's substantial growth and reputation. Kushki’s commitment to advancing financial technology has also been recognized internationally. The company reached unicorn status in 2023 with a valuation exceeding $1 billion, marking it as Ecuador's first fintech unicorn. This accomplishment underscores Kushki's dedication to revolutionizing the digital economy in Latin America by making payment innovations more accessible and empowering businesses with greater control over their transactions.

Management Team

Aron Schwarzkopf Co-Founder and CEO
David Mattos Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer
Alejandro Porteny CFO
Madeleine Clavijo Verjel Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer
Eduardo Canton Chief Governance & Compliance Officer
Sebastián Castro Galnares Co-Founder

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