ConsumerDirect Inc., an industry leader in helping consumers manage their credit, money and privacy, has expanded its board of directors with the recent appointments of three new members: Mark Marinko, Quy Nguyen and Jake Stickel. Each brings deep expertise in finance, operations, and technology that will strengthen the strategic direction and growth of ConsumerDirect.

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Mark Marinko, Quy Nguyen, and Jake Stickel, Members of ConsumerDirect's Board of Directors

Mark Marinko, Quy Nguyen, and Jake Stickel, Members of ConsumerDirect’s Board of Directors

Mark Marinko brings more than 30 years of professional experience in accounting, finance, and business systems. Most recently, he served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at SunCoke Energy, Inc., where he oversaw all accounting, financial operations and information technology. Prior to that role, he spent seven years as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation, a major provider of dredging services in the United States, where he managed public company financial reporting, investor relations, audit, taxes, financial planning and analysis, treasury, and internal controls. Earlier in his career, he served as President of the consumer services division at TransUnion, LLC, a global provider of information and decision-processing services. Mr. Marinko holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and business administration from Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois.

“What drew me to ConsumerDirect is a business with a clear sense of who it serves,” said Marinko. “I’ve spent three decades on the finance side of companies working through growth, and I’ve seen firsthand how much a strong financial foundation can do for a company that has already proven what it does well. I am thrilled to join the company and contribute to its continued success and growth.”

Quy Nguyen is the Founder and CEO of Allyance Communications Inc., where for more than 25 years he has helped Fortune 100 and enterprise organizations optimize their IT, connectivity, cloud, cybersecurity, AI, and data center strategies. Mr. Nguyen is also the Founder and CEO of Extraordinary Heroes, a private family foundation dedicated to expanding opportunities for underserved youth through education, health, workforce development, and community initiatives. An active investor and passionate philanthropist, he has held leadership roles with GTIA (formerly CompTIA), Wescom Credit Union, The Channel Company, Level 3 Communications, USC Marshall Partners, and other corporate and nonprofit boards, reflecting a lifelong commitment to creating both business success and lasting community impact. As a member of the ConsumerDirect board, he will join the Audit and Compensation Committees.

“I joined ConsumerDirect because I believe technology should empower people to make smarter decisions and create better outcomes. ConsumerDirect is building a platform that gives consumers greater visibility and control over their financial lives, and I see tremendous opportunity ahead,” said Nguyen. “As an entrepreneur, I’ve spent more than two decades building and scaling technology businesses by focusing on innovation, strategic partnerships, and delivering real value to customers. I’m excited to work alongside the Board and management team to help accelerate growth, strengthen the company’s long-term strategy, and create lasting value for our shareholders while advancing ConsumerDirect’s mission of helping consumers achieve greater financial confidence.”

Jake Stickel joined CBRE in 2001 and has become a leading commercial real estate advisor, with 25 years of experience advising leading companies on complex real estate and business decisions across the U.S. and globally. Based in Orange County, he has also advised on many of the region’s most significant office transactions. Mr. Stickel works closely with senior executives to develop and execute real estate strategies aligned with their broader business objectives. His approach combines strategic advisory, transaction expertise and the resources of CBRE’s integrated global platform to help clients navigate critical decisions and achieve long-term business objectives.

“After 25 years of advising companies through strategic decisions that can shape their growth and performance, I’ve learned the importance of having a clear and compelling value proposition,” said Stickel. “ConsumerDirect has that at its core. I’m honored to join the board and look forward to bringing my experience and perspective to the company as it enters its next stage of growth.”

“Quy, Mark and Jake share the drive and commitment that has guided this company since the beginning,” said David B. Coulter, CEO and Founder of ConsumerDirect. “We’re a business founded on the belief that everyone deserves better and more accessible tools to understand and protect their financial lives. Their combined experience and passion will be instrumental in helping ConsumerDirect expand that vision. I could not be more pleased to have all three new members sit on our board and help grow our success, define our mission, and grow the company.”

To learn more about ConsumerDirect and its offerings, please visit www.consumerdirect.com.

About ConsumerDirect, Inc.

Founded in 2003, ConsumerDirect, Inc. is a subscription-based consumer fintech platform operating at the intersection of credit, financial intelligence, and privacy protection. ConsumerDirect delivers personalized, data-driven financial insights and services directly to consumers through a vertically integrated platform, supported by both direct-to-consumer and partner distribution channels. Unlike traditional SaaS or software models, ConsumerDirect is built on persistent one-to-one relationships with consumers and partners, positioning the Company as a consumer financial platform rather than a replaceable enterprise software provider.

ConsumerDirect, Inc. has 23 granted and issued patents covering its unique technologies and designs, along with 14 registered trademarks covering its various products and features. More about ConsumerDirect can be found at ConsumerDirect. Additionally, ConsumerDirect’s primary consumer subscriber product is at SmartCredit.

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