Steve Kietz is a recognized business leader, innovator, and change agent in the US payments industry. With expertise in sales and marketing, Steve has held important positions at leading banks and card networks, including Chase, Citi, and Reliant Funding, where he is currently the Chief Executive Officer. He has also been a strategic advisor for many start-ups, some of which have been purchased by Intuit and Square.

Steve is an accomplished marketer, having led the marketing efforts for both Chase and Citi bankcards. He achieved significant success by running the fastest growing internet bank in history and expanded the business of edo Interactive 100X in just two years. In 2008, Bank Systems and Technology named Steve to its Elite 8, recognizing him as one of the most innovative bankers in the US. Steve invests his time in developing the next generation of leaders in the industry and has mentored many successful professionals.

Steve holds an MBA in marketing from Baruch College and a BA in political science from the State University of New York at Binghamton.