NewtekOne, Inc. Announces Appointment of a New Independent Director

Core Viewpoint - NewtekOne, Inc. has appointed Craig "CJ" Brunet to its boards of directors, enhancing its focus on risk management and technology strategy [1][3]. Company Overview - NewtekOne, Inc. is a financial holding company that provides a variety of business and financial solutions to independent business owners across the United States since 1999 [4]. - The company operates under the Newtek brand and offers services including banking, business lending, electronic payment processing, technology solutions, eCommerce, accounts receivable financing, insurance solutions, and payroll services [5]. Appointment of Craig "CJ" Brunet - CJ Brunet brings over 50 years of experience in information technology and financial services, with expertise in strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, SaaS, cyber security, compliance, and risk management [2]. - He has previously held significant roles within NewtekOne, including CIO, CTO, and President/COO of Newtek Technology Solutions, and is expected to chair a new Technology Steering Committee [3]. Strategic Importance - The addition of Brunet to the board is seen as a strategic move to enhance the company's risk management capabilities and technology initiatives, aligning with the company's growth objectives [3].