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EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

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Richard G Stewart Jr.
Founder & Chairman

A lifelong entrepreneur, successful business owner, real estate developer, educator and investor. Richard has always created win-win opportunities for his partners by creatively adding value to under-utilized assets.​

Creating value and profits on the money you spend:​

  • Gold deal, collecting appreciating assets​

  • Program to take monthly expense money and invest it​

Fractional ownership deals since the 1970’s​

  • Partnerships with Special Purpose Vehicles (SPV)​

  • Pacific Coast Stock Exchange - fractional first trust deed ownership (TrudyPat) in historical landmark (interest + equity kicker)​

  • Raised $300 million dollars to fund multiple land development projects by giving fractional interest in the first trust deeds​

  • Created the first “rights to use” reciprocal membership program with other resorts that added value to existing assets and eventually grew into the multi-billion dollar timeshare industry ​

  • Membership Guarantee program for 4,000-acre Ahwahnee Estates and Country Club Resort (Adds Benefits Package)​

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Brad Hanson

CEO & Director

As a result of the relationship with MetaBank, (now, "Pathward"), Richard became friends with its CEO at the time, Brad Hanson.  Mr. Hanson, a Who’s Who in the fintech industry, believes so strongly in Richard and our vision that when he retired from his operational roles with MetaBank in 2021, he became the CEO of both WeSave and  ICH to help us execute on our plan.  ​

Brad has trusted relationships with most of the major players in the banking, processing and fintech space.

Mr. Hanson currently serves on the Board of Directors and as CEO of Bankaool, the first 100% digital bank in Mexico.   ​

With more than 25 years of experience in banking, payment cards, and financial technology and a passion for helping the unbanked and underbanked community, Mr. Hanson has been widely recognized for the founding role he played in the development and establishment of the prepaid and debit card industries that has added tremendous value to the unbanked and underbanked population. ​

Mr. Hanson joined Meta Financial in May 2004 where he founded the Meta Payment Systems division.  After serving as the President of MetaBank and the Meta Payment Systems division, Mr. Hanson was appointed Chief Executive Officer in October 2018.  ​

Mr. Hanson is successfully navigated taking MetaBank from a small regional bank to a multi-billion-dollar global leader in the pre-paid/debit card issuing and processing space.  ​

As a result, the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Agent for the U.S. Debit Card program tasked MetaBank as the leading issuer of the EIP/Stimulus Debit Cards during the COVID-19 pandemic.  In 2022 MetaBank sold its brand and has rebranded its name to "Pathward".

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RJ Stewart

COO

Meet RJ Stewart, a seasoned strategist with a dynamic career spanning over three decades, marked by a journey of innovation and excellence. RJ's professional evolution began in the realm of purchasing and sourcing, where he honed his skills in identifying quality products and negotiating favorable deals. These early years instilled in him a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market dynamics, laying the groundwork for his future endeavors in customer relationship management (CRM) and loyalty solutions.

 

Driven by a relentless passion for innovation, RJ transitioned seamlessly into the realm of loyalty and rewards, where he quickly emerged as a visionary leader. Drawing upon his expertise in purchasing and sourcing, RJ pioneered groundbreaking strategies to leverage loyalty as a catalyst for customer retention and business growth. His keen insights into consumer preferences and his ability to navigate the intricacies of loyalty programs propelled him to the forefront of the industry.

 

Throughout his illustrious career, RJ has built over five technology platforms spanning fintech, software as a service (SaaS), and rewards tracking. His groundbreaking work in this domain not only revolutionized how businesses approach customer engagement but also solidified his reputation as a trailblazer in the field. RJ's leadership also extends to the realm of patent enforcement, where he owned several patents and led teams dedicated to protecting intellectual property rights. This experience has been a significant asset, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the legal and strategic aspects of innovation, further enhancing his ability to drive meaningful impact within the industry.

 

WeSave, Inc. recognized RJ Stewart as a trailblazer in the realms of patents, loyalty, and merchant programs, bringing him on board for his unparalleled expertise and innovative vision. His track record of success in driving customer engagement and business growth through loyalty solutions, combined with his insightful approach to merchant programs, positions him as a driving force in the company's pursuit of innovation and excellence. RJ is excited to contribute his wealth of experience and knowledge to WeSave's mission of revolutionizing customer engagement and loyalty in the digital age.

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