In the first half of 2025 alone, Apron users have processed hundreds-of-millions in payments using our platform. We’ve launched Apron Card, our own physical and virtual expense card for the underserved small businesses of Great Britain. And we’ve launched Books Club, the loyalty programme that helps practices and businesses get the most out of their Apron experience, while being rewarded with perks and discounts.

As we speak, the Apron team is travelling the United Kingdom, taking in Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, and London, speaking with accountants and bookkeepers about their needs and experiences.

It’s safe to say that we’re not slowing down. With this continued acceleration comes the need for an increase in strategic acumen, innovative thinking, and sage wisdom.

We are therefore delighted to introduce two new additions to the Apron Board. Please join us in welcoming Kathleen DeRose and Sam Halse.

Kathleen DeRose, Chairperson & Non-executive Director

Kathleen brings a phenomenal amount of fintech expertise to Apron. As a Clinical Associate professor at New York University’s Stern School of Business, she leads conversations on the very latest in fintech. Kathleen is also a non-executive director on the boards of Experian, the London Stock Exchange Group Plc. among others.

Kathleen has also held senior positions at Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, Bessemer Trust, and Zurich Insurance. Kathleen’s deep understanding and passion for fintech, value creation and growth will help to carry Apron to new heights. Kathleen said:

“I’m thrilled to join Apron as Chair, and excited to support the board, the team, our investors, and all our clients as we continue to advance our product and accelerate our growth.”

Sam Halse, Non-executive Director

Sam is a director and advisor and his track record as a Chief Operating Officer is one dominated by significant growth. As COO of Adyen, Sam grew the business to over 1,200 employees and a public valuation of over EUR 20 Billion.

Sam’s detailed expertise in global markets, risk management, bank processes, commercial and go-to-market strategies will be essential to Apron’s growth. Sam said:

“I am very excited to join the Apron board. Apron has built an impressive team with deep domain expertise and have clear passion and empathy for their customers. I look forward to supporting Bogdan and the rest of the team in the coming years”

New, more, and better from Apron

Since day one, Apron has been committed to making work easier and more enjoyable for business owners, accountants and bookkeepers.

Every new product and update that we release is released in service to the people who choose Apron to help them pay bills, manage spending, keep cleaner books, and gain more time for the things in life that bring them joy, be that through the work they do, or through the time they gain with their loved ones.

Apron CEO, Bogdan Uzbekov said:

“Everything that we do at Apron is in service to the business owners, accountants and bookkeepers who have supported us this far, and I am excited to see what Kathleen and Sam will add to the equation with their combination of strategic acumen and forward thinking.”

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