Remitly Appoints Maya Roizman as General Manager for Israel Operations
Translated & summarized from Calcalist by baba
Fintech firm Remitly has appointed Maya Roizman as its new General Manager for Israel, succeeding Guy Kashtan. Roizman will focus on expanding the company's operations and strategic partnerships within the Israeli market.
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- Maya Roizman appointed Remitly's General Manager for Israel.
- She replaces Guy Kashtan, founder of acquired startup Rewire.
- Roizman will lead strategy and business expansion in Israel.
- She brings extensive experience from Fiverr and Gett Delivery.
- Roizman aims to leverage Remitly's global platform for local growth.
Fintech company Remitly, traded on Nasdaq, has appointed Maya Roizman as its General Manager for operations in Israel. Roizman will succeed Guy Kashtan, the founder of Israeli startup Rewire, which Remitly acquired in 2022. Kashtan is concluding his tenure with the company.
In her new role, Roizman will be responsible for leading Remitly's business strategy and operations in Israel, with the aim of expanding local activities and establishing strategic partnerships. She brings approximately 18 years of experience, most recently serving as Head of Business Solutions and VP Upmarket at Fiverr, where she developed complex monetization programs and transformed the division into a key growth engine. Previously, she was the CEO of Gett Delivery Israel, managing an independent business unit and overseeing commercial and operational strategy.
Kashtan, the outgoing Remitly Israel General Manager, expressed confidence in Roizman's appointment, stating, "After years of exciting work, from founding Rewire, through the acquisition, to building and leading a financial solution for foreign workers and their employers, I am handing over the reins with full confidence." He added that Roizman's proven business experience in building profitable units and her ability to lead at the highest levels are precisely what the company needs for continued growth in the Israeli market.
Roizman stated, "Remitly's business potential in Israel is immense, and my primary goal is to leverage this momentum and the company's global platform. Together, we can deepen our presence in the local market, open new growth engines, reach new audiences, and strengthen strategic collaborations."