Strategic Leadership Appointments Bolster Kinective's Executive Team to Drive Innovation and Strengthen Market Position

PHOENIX – Aug. 8, 2024 - Kinective, the leading provider of connectivity, document workflow, and branch automation software for the banking sector, today announced the appointment of Keith Fujinaga as Chief Financial Officer and the promotion of Michael Ball to Executive Vice President of Marketing. These strategic leadership updates underscore Kinective’s commitment to the industry and to the future of banking technology.

"Keith and Michael bring a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success that will be invaluable as we continue to grow and innovate," said Stephen Baker, CEO of Kinective. "Keith’s extensive background in financial strategy and Michael’s deep expertise in marketing, specifically within the banking sector, are perfectly aligned with our vision towards building the future of banking software."

Fujinaga joins Kinective with over 15 years of experience in the technology sector, including leadership roles at a Big Four public accounting firm and Fortune 500 companies such as Microsoft. Most recently, he served as CFO of Nintex, a SaaS technology company. Fujinaga’s extensive experience will be invaluable in leading the finance and accounting team, setting strategic financial directions, and driving the execution of business strategies to achieve Kinective’s goals.

Ball's career spans nearly three decades in banking and fintech, where he has been instrumental in driving company growth and go-to-market strategies. He has been with Kinective since its inception, previously serving as SVP of Markets and Strategy at IMM. Prior to IMM, Ball was President of Datastore, where he oversaw sales, marketing, operations, financial performance, and general business management. He has also held executive leadership roles at EMC/Documentum/Legato, SER Macrosoft, and the Federal Reserve Bank. His deep industry knowledge and strategic vision enable him to deliver on Kinective’s goals through innovative, customer-centric marketing strategies that drive brand growth and deepen customer relationships.

"Keith’s strategic financial insights and Michael’s marketing leadership will strengthen our executive team and enhance our ability to deliver exceptional value to our clients," added Baker. "Their contributions will be key to driving our success and supporting our mission to transform banking operations."

About Kinective

Kinective is the leading provider of connectivity, document workflow, and branch automation software for the banking sector. With the most comprehensive, open, and connected technology ecosystem in banking, Kinective helps Financial Institutions unlock new services, modernize operations, and elevate client experiences to enhance their competitive edge. Kinective serves more than 2,500 banks and credit unions, giving them the power to accelerate innovation and deliver better banking to the communities they serve.