David McLaughlin

Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
David McLaughlin is an accomplished Chief Financial Officer with extensive experience in the financial services and technology industries. He is known for his strategic financial leadership, data-driven decision making, and ability to drive operational efficiency and growth. As the CFO of Blackhawk Network, David is responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, planning, and analysis to support its global expansion and transformation initiatives.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer at Blackhawk Network, David is responsible for leading the company's financial strategy, reporting, and compliance. He plays a crucial role in supporting Blackhawk's growth and diversification efforts, leveraging his expertise to optimize financial processes, enhance business intelligence, and drive cost-saving initiatives.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Blackhawk Network, David held various senior finance roles at Hiscox USA, Fiserv, and Bank of America, where he demonstrated a strong track record of success. At Hiscox USA, he served as the CFO, guiding the organization through a period of significant growth and profitability. At Fiserv, he held progressive leadership positions, including SVP, Group CFO for the Financial Institutions, Digital Banking, and Enterprise Technology divisions, where he played a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives and improving financial performance.

Earlier in his career, David gained valuable experience in the aviation industry, serving in finance roles at Delta Air Lines, where he contributed to strategic planning, alliance management, and operational efficiency improvement.

Academic Background
David holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Georgia, where he graduated with honors.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Mergers, acquisitions, and integration

• Financial reporting and compliance

• Process optimization and automation

• Business intelligence and data-driven decision making

• Strategic financial leadership

• Operational excellence and cost optimization

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Hiscox USA, David played a key role in driving the company's profitability and market share growth, leading to a successful acquisition by a larger insurance group. At Fiserv, he spearheaded several strategic initiatives that resulted in significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency across the organization.

Conclusion
With his extensive finance experience, strategic mindset, and proven track record of success, David McLaughlin is well-positioned to drive Blackhawk Network's financial transformation and support its global expansion efforts. His expertise in financial management, data analytics, and operational optimization make him a valuable asset to the organization as it navigates the evolving financial services landscape.