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Kickfurther Strengthens Compliance and Analytics Capabilities with Two Key Executive Hires

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Kickfurther Strengthens Compliance and Analytics Capabilities with Two Key Executive Hires
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Kickfurther Strengthens Compliance and Analytics Capabilities with Two Key Executive Hires

2025-01-22 22:32 Last Updated At:22:51

BUFFALO, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 22, 2025--

Kickfurther, the leading inventory funding platform for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies, today announced the appointment of Andrew Stavish as Head of Compliance and Carl Spilker as Chief Analytics Officer. These strategic hires reinforce Kickfurther’s commitment to risk management, advanced analytics, and platform growth.

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“Andrew and Carl bring a powerful combination of advanced modeling expertise and practical industry experience that will help Kickfurther to optimize our business,” said Gregg Gordon, Kickfurther President and CFO. “These appointments underscore our continued success and commitment to innovation in CPG inventory funding.”

Andrew Stavish, Head of Compliance, will oversee the company’s regulatory strategy, refine risk management procedures, and advise on legal and compliance matters. Stavish’s prior experience includes the law firm of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, where he represented clients in connection with high stakes regulatory investigations, and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), where he served as Senior Counsel in the Department of Enforcement.

Carl Spilker, Chief Analytics Officer, will spearhead the development of advanced analytics to optimize profitability and manage risk across Kickfurther’s platform. Spilker has held leadership roles at renowned financial services organizations, including GDS Link, EZCorp, and Experian Scorex. With decades of experience, his track record of driving industry-leading risk management and profitability solutions is unparalleled.

Founded in 2014, Kickfurther provides a first-of-its-kind marketplace where CPG companies can secure inventory funding without sacrificing equity or incurring debt. Since its founding, Kickfurther has facilitated over $300 million in funding, connecting CPG companies with buyers and fueling growth across the industry.

Andrew Stavish, Head of Compliance

Andrew Stavish, Head of Compliance

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PHOTO COLLECTION: NFL Super Bowl 59 Football Moments

2025-02-10 11:26 Last Updated At:11:32

This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors.

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) celebrates after knocking the ball from Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) celebrates after knocking the ball from Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) sits on a cooler during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) sits on a cooler during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) walks to the sidelines during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) walks to the sidelines during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) sits on the bench during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) sits on the bench during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni, left, is hugged by wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) and cornerback Darius Slay Jr. (2) during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni, left, is hugged by wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) and cornerback Darius Slay Jr. (2) during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) shake hands after the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) shake hands after the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

A Philadelphia Eagles fan gestures toward people on a balcony in the French Quarter during the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

A Philadelphia Eagles fan gestures toward people on a balcony in the French Quarter during the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) dunks head coach Nick Sirianni during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) dunks head coach Nick Sirianni during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni is dunked by teammates during the second half the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni is dunked by teammates during the second half the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter (98) pushes Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter (98) pushes Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) walks off the field after the Philadelphia Eagles recovered a fumble by the Chiefs during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) walks off the field after the Philadelphia Eagles recovered a fumble by the Chiefs during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) stands on the sidelines during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) stands on the sidelines during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Avonte Maddox (29) reacts after forcing an incomplete pass during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Avonte Maddox (29) reacts after forcing an incomplete pass during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Samuel L. Jackson watches during halftime of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Samuel L. Jackson watches during halftime of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Ice Spice, from left, Taylor Swift, Este Haim and Alana Haim watch during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Ice Spice, from left, Taylor Swift, Este Haim and Alana Haim watch during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Kansas City Chiefs fans watch from the stands during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Kansas City Chiefs fans watch from the stands during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Zack Baun (53) celebrates after intercepting a pass during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Zack Baun (53) celebrates after intercepting a pass during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) and running back Kareem Hunt (29) walk off the field at the halftime break during the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) and running back Kareem Hunt (29) walk off the field at the halftime break during the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) dances with offensive tackle Mekhi Becton (77) after Brown's touchdown reception during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) dances with offensive tackle Mekhi Becton (77) after Brown's touchdown reception during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) leaves the field with teammates after the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) leaves the field with teammates after the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) leaves the field with teammates after the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) leaves the field with teammates after the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) watches from the sideline after throwing an interception against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) watches from the sideline after throwing an interception against the Philadelphia Eagles during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean (33) celebrates after returning an interception for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean (33) celebrates after returning an interception for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) sits on the bench during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) sits on the bench during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) celebrates after sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams (93) celebrates after sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean (33) celebrate his touchdown with safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson (8) after an interception against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean (33) celebrate his touchdown with safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson (8) after an interception against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes yells prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes yells prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts closes his eyes during the national anthem prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts closes his eyes during the national anthem prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Ledisi performs "Lift Every Voice and Sing" prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Ledisi performs "Lift Every Voice and Sing" prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

President Donald Trump, center, salutes as Jon Batiste performs the national anthem at the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)

President Donald Trump, center, salutes as Jon Batiste performs the national anthem at the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ben Curtis)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes walks on the field before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes walks on the field before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

President Donald Trump, center, stands for the national anthem next to his daughter Ivanka Trump and New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

President Donald Trump, center, stands for the national anthem next to his daughter Ivanka Trump and New Orleans Saints owner Gayle Benson before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) jumps prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) jumps prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes kisses his wife, Brittany Mahomes prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes kisses his wife, Brittany Mahomes prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) huddles up his teammates prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) huddles up his teammates prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) talks to the team before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) talks to the team before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

First responders hold photos of victims from the New Years Day terrorist attack before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

First responders hold photos of victims from the New Years Day terrorist attack before the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Philadelphia Eagles take the field for the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Philadelphia Eagles take the field for the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jalyx Hunt (58) celebrates after sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jalyx Hunt (58) celebrates after sacking Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes takes a knee prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes takes a knee prior to the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

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