Top Credit Management Experts 2025

Damon Paull, AWMA® - Financial Advisor, Best-Selling Author, Military Veteran As a wealth management advisor and Amazon best-selling author in Money and Business, Damon Paull brings a military precision to financial journalism. His recent collaboration with former FBI hostage negotiator Chris Voss on "Empathetic Leadership" shows he can take complex financial concepts and turn them into stories that resonate with everyone. With over 8 years of industry experience and a background as a Marine Corps veteran and State Department contractor, Damon writes about: • Intergenerational wealth transfer • Corporate benefit plan optimization • Investment portfolio construction • Business succession planning • Veteran financial empowerment • Global market analysis through a geopolitical lens As a Wealth Management Advisor at Cetera Investors, Damon’s expertise goes beyond traditional financial planning. He uses cutting-edge financial technology and analysis tools to bring you fresh perspectives on emerging trends and investment opportunities. His writing style is data-driven with a storyline, making complex financial concepts accessible to sophisticated investors and general audiences. Regular contributor to discussions on wealth preservation, market dynamics and financial technology. Damon welcomes opportunities to provide professional commentary and in-depth analysis for financial publications looking for expert opinions on wealth management and investment strategies. For editorial inquiries or commentary: Damon Paull, AWMA Damon.Paull@ceterainvestors.com 832.535.2286 Glen Allen, VA Available for national and international commentary Cetera Investors. Damon Paull, Wealth Management Advisor. Securities and Insurance Products offered through Cetera Investment Services LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through Cetera Investment Advisers LLC. 140 EASTSHORE DR. SUITE 105, GLEN ALLEN, VA 23059. 804-346-4670. The opinions expressed are those of the writer, not recommendations of Cetera Investment Services LLC or its representatives.

I’m a results-driven Project Management Director with a strong background in legal funding operations, strategy execution, and cross-functional team leadership. At High Rise Financial, I lead initiatives that streamline processes, enhance service delivery, and support client advocacy through innovative solutions. My mission is to deliver scalable systems that align with growth while maintaining a human-first approach to leadership.

I'm Rahulkumar (Rahul) Chawda, a global product leader with over 20 years of experience in building secure, scalable, and future-ready digital payment systems. At Mastercard, I lead the global strategy, development, and commercialization of Payment Account Reference (PAR)—a foundational element in tokenized transactions and digital identity ecosystems. I’m passionate about shaping the next generation of trusted commerce—where security, intelligence, and user empowerment converge through technologies like Digital payments, tokenization and AI. My thought leadership has been published in The Financial Brand, DigitalCxO, TechStrong AI, and Global Banking & Finance Review, among others. One article I’m especially proud of is “Toward Financial Inclusion: The Benefits and Challenges of Ethical AI”, where I explore how responsibly designed AI can advance access to financial services for underserved communities. It's a topic I care deeply about—ensuring that as we scale new technologies, we do so ethically and inclusively. I'm also a mentor and a judge for many awards, and I enjoy working with cross-disciplinary teams to solve complex payment problems. I believe the future of finance is composable, intelligent, and secure—and I’m excited to help build it. Connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rahulkchawda

01. Marketing experience I am a certified marketer. I use marketing strategies and tools in my UGC work to create effective and engaging content. 02. Professional makeup artist My knowledge in skincare and makeup allows me to create perfect looks for shoots. 03. UGC courses I have successfully completed specialized courses in UGC content creation, giving me deep knowledge and skills in this field. 04. Kids content I have two children (ages 5 and 9) who happily participate in content creation, adding naturalness and fun.

Paul Gillooly is a financial specialist and the Director of Dot Dot Loans, with over ten years of experience in subprime lending. With extensive knowledge of consumer finance in the UK, Paul is a reliable individual in the bad credit lending sector. At DotDotLoans.co.uk, he helps individuals with poor credit scores find appropriate lenders who can provide financial help. Paul also offers guidance on improving financial management and building better credit scores.

I'm the Chief Financial Officer of Soba New Jersey, where I manage key areas of the business, including sourcing, market and site feasibility, financial analysis, deal structuring, negotiations, equity raising, investor relations, licensing, rezoning, and collaborating with architects on new construction and renovations. I’ve led complex real estate transactions in prime markets like New York, New Jersey, and South Carolina, with successful projects such as the Coastal Carolina University student housing development, a 60,000 SF industrial warehouse in Wayne, NJ, and multiple community facility daycare leases in NYC. Additionally, I co-launched Soba New Jersey, a luxury detox center dedicated to providing individualized, holistic inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs. My career has centered on identifying high-growth opportunities, particularly for businesses in transitional phases like M&As and IPOs, and my leadership has been instrumental in Soba New Jersey’s growth and success.

As the Chief Revenue Officer at Aimprosoft, I’m passionate about driving growth and financial performance by using technology and AI to add value and address real-world business and strategic problems. An entrepreneur *with a profitable exit*, I’ve built three successful careers across different industries: real estate, digital media/financial markets, and IT services. My journey has been all about understanding how to build businesses, processes, and teams that deliver more for less, and I bring that mindset to everything I do at Aimprosoft.

Brooke is the Marketing Manager at Spacebase, the lease management platform originally built in collaboration with Airbnb to streamline commercial real estate operations and ensure ASC 842 compliance. With a background in SaaS marketing, commercial real estate residential real estate and business development, Brooke leads strategic initiatives that position Spacebase as a category-defining solution for finance and real estate teams. At Spacebase, Brooke drives campaigns that connect with CFOs, controllers, and asset managers at some of the world’s most recognizable companies. She focuses on developing high-impact messaging, content, and digital strategies that showcase Spacebase’s strengths, powerful software, exceptional support, and intuitive design. Known for a creative yet analytical approach, Brooke helps shape the brand voice and go-to-market strategies that have contributed to Spacebase’s growth and reputation as a trusted solution for complex lease portfolios.

I am a seasoned mental health and addiction specialist, dedicated to the field of treatment and recovery since 2015. I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s in clinical mental health counseling from South University in Royal Palm Beach, FL, and I am credentialed as both a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist (LCAS). Over the years, I've gained hands-on experience in various areas, including psychiatric acute stabilization, psychiatric partial hospitalization, and both in-patient and out-patient substance use treatment. My journey has taken me through clinical counseling, program development, and organizational leadership. Before joining New Waters, I served as the Clinical Director at Gupta Psychiatry and Wellness in Raleigh, NC, where I helped shape a respected substance abuse partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient program. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of quality clinical programming and its impact on long-term sobriety. With a compassionate approach, I am committed to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders, guiding them toward a life free from addiction.

Shane Hurley opened his first payment processing company in 2005. In 2012, Inc. Magazine named his firm the 16th fastest-growing business in Washington State and the 237th fastest-growing company in the United States. He was acknowledged as one of the 50 most influential people in the Inland Northwest, and at 27, was named one of his area’s top 20 professionals under 40. Shane's entrepreneurial success taught him the true value of dedication and hard work, and he carries this lesson with him in his personal and professional life. He is committed to leading and developing his team with a hands-on approach and takes pride in his coworkers' and his corporation's growth and progress. In addition, he enjoys giving back to the community, participating in the Cops for Kids 5K Cancer race, supporting the fight against breast cancer, and mentoring future entrepreneurs. Shane’s role as a business consultant in FinTech is a testament to his expertise and commitment to the industry, developing innovative strategies to maintain relevancy and navigate the ever-evolving credit card landscape.

I am a dedicated Sales Director and Office Manager at VINEVIDA, that plays a pivotal role in overseeing daily operations, optimizing workflows, and driving team performance. With over a decade of experience in operations and team leadership, I have the ability to bring clarity, structure, and motivation to fast-paced environments. At VINEVIDA, I ensure the seamless coordination between departments, helps implement strategic initiatives, and supports product development cycles from concept to launch. I thrive on fostering a collaborative culture and is passionate about helping teams excel while delivering top-tier products to customers around the world.

Organic Monk LLP as a leading farm selling and managing organization helps its clients to meet all their agricultural needs and helps them to live their passion for farming at its full. By facilitating their clients to acquire lands away from the metro lifestyle, Organic Monk LLP aims to highlight the true beauty of nature so that they feel connected to mother earth through their farmlands.

Ryan is a seasoned sales and operations professional in the property restoration industry, currently leading business development at Certified Water & Fire. He brings over a decade of expertise helping homeowners, property managers, and commercial clients recover from water, fire, storm, and structural damage.