ABOUT US
Dexterous is a boutique search firm specializing in top talent for Payment & Financial Technology companies. Our team of seasoned recruiters has deep expertise in Payments and FinTech. What truly sets us apart is that all of our recruiters have hands-on experience working within Payments and FinTech organizations. This insider knowledge allows us to stay ahead of industry trends and leverage our extensive network to connect top talent with leading companies.
With our deep understanding of the sector, our reach spans from innovative startups to enterprise-level organizations and every size in between. We provide personalized solutions tailored to your specific goals, ensuring successful placements that drive business growth or advance your career.
We are uniquely positioned to connect top-tier talent with leading companies across the entire spectrum of the Payment & FinTech landscape.
SPECIALIZED PAYMENTS RECRUITERS AND FINTECH TALENT EXPERTS
Randi Potasky
Randi is a seasoned leader within the Payments space, boasting a wealth of experience. She has lead teams and sold directly to most of the payment lifecycle including merchants, financial institutions, and Independent Software Vendors (ISV’s).
Prior to forming Dexterous, Randi spent 17 years of her career with First Data (now Fiserv), where she held various roles, including Vice President of the Integrated Solutions Group. In this role, Randi led the team responsible for ISVs and played a pivotal role in shaping First Data's integrated strategy. Her earlier positions at First Data involved managing the enterprise sales team, with a specific focus on generating new-to-company revenue. Additionally, she has an extensive track record of selling within the financial institution domain.
Randi's unique ability to transform a client's needs into tailored solutions, coupled with her extensive expertise in the payments industry, positions her as an invaluable resource. She excels in matching candidate skills and personalities to the specific needs of her client. This approach results in shorter search periods, accelerated ramp-up times, and faster revenue generation for hiring managers.
Brian Cardon
Brian Cardon is a strategic sales executive with a robust track record spanning over two decades in leadership roles at First Data and Vantiv. His career is marked by his deep expertise in sales management, strategic planning, and high-growth market development. Brian has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead diverse, high-performance teams, delivering substantial revenue growth and developing customer-centric sales strategies.
Brian's leadership extends to mentoring and coaching, having developed numerous sales managers and executives. At Vantiv, he led the regional sales channel, significantly increasing sales volumes and recurring revenues by strategically aligning sales teams with market opportunities.
Now in recruitment, Brian adeptly matches top talent with organizational needs, emphasizing the importance of strategic personnel alignment. His commitment to fostering positive workplace cultures and building meaningful relationships remains a cornerstone of his professional philosophy.
Christina Danner
Christina is a highly experienced professional in the payments and financial technology space. She comes to Dexterous with more than 15 years of industry experience. She has held key roles at prominent organizations such as Vantiv and First Data, where she managed large teams of sales and business development professionals, led strategic partnerships with major software developers and service providers, and gained expertise in product management and integration, as well as financial institution partnerships.
Christina's standout qualities include her extensive industry network and strong reputation, which enable her to effectively connect highly qualified candidates with leading companies. She is committed to maintaining high standards of excellence and integrity in her recruitment efforts.
In addition to her practical experience, Christina contributes to industry thought leadership by sharing insights on the latest trends and best practices. Her vast knowledge and wealth of experience make her a trusted ally in advancing careers. Christina is your go-to partner for navigating payments and financial technology talent.
Kathleen Houseman
Kathleen Houseman has had a distinguished career in the realms of PayTech & FinTech. Her professional journey has been marked by consistent dedication and a steadfast commitment to innovation.
Having held pivotal positions at prominent organizations such as Bank of America, TASQ/First Data/Fiserv, Transaction Network Services/ADVAM, iPayment/PaySafe, and Castles Technology, Kathleen brings a wealth of hands-on experience in Sales, Marketing, Project Management, and Product Innovation to the Dexterous Talent team.
Leveraging her extensive experience, Kathleen offers a unique perspective to clients of Dexterous. Her insights and deep industry knowledge empower her to excel in the realm of talent acquisition, where she consistently identifies and engages top-tier talent with precision and effectiveness.
Rick Kemp
Rick is a seasoned corporate finance and consulting leader with over 25 years of experience. He has a proven track record of delivering outstanding results within large global service organizations, earning him a reputation as a performance-driven leader.
Throughout his career, Rick has honed a diverse skill set by working within a wide range of industries and Fortune 500 companies. He has held finance roles at well-known organizations such as Accenture, First Data, Humana, and LexisNexis. This hands-on experience has afforded him a deep understanding of the intricacies and challenges faced by businesses in various sectors.
Rick now brings his wealth of expertise and acumen to talent recruiting, where he uses his unique blend of financial insight and recruiting prowess to help organizations identify and secure top-tier talent. Rick's extensive background, wealth of experience, and track record have set him up for success in the world of talent acquisition.
Daryl Williams
Daryl's extensive experience in the FinTech/Payments sector, having worked at notable companies like ClearCommerce/eFunds (now owned by FIS), Paymetric (also owned by FIS), and most recently, spending 15 years at Cybersource/Visa, has made him a natural transition into talent recruiting.
During his career, Daryl has held a variety of roles, including Sales Engineer/Solutions Consultant, Head of North American Technical Sales, and Head of North America Account Management. This experience has given him a deep understanding of the industry, the challenges and opportunities it faces, and the skills and experience that companies are looking for in their employees.
Daryl's passion for connecting people with the right opportunities has made him a valuable asset to both the companies he partners with and the candidates he places. He is able to leverage his expertise to help companies find the top talent they need to succeed, and to help candidates find careers that they love.