Crypto infrastructure provider Yellow Card has appointed Gillian Darko as its new Vice President of Strategy, reporting directly to the CEO.
Why It Matters
Darko’s promotion comes as Yellow Card looks to accelerate its expansion across Africa and other emerging markets, building on nearly $6 billion in transaction volumes since launch.
Background
- Darko previously served as Yellow Card’s Chief of Staff and Director of Strategy.
- Her career spans JP Morgan Asset Management, PwC, and fintech platform JUMO.
- She has served on executive boards across Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, Zambia, Uganda, and Tanzania.
- She is also an Ambassador for Women in Payments Africa and a former nominee for the Outstanding Woman in Tech award.
What she’s saying
“Stepping into this role is about seizing the momentum we’ve built and accelerating it. My focus is on driving revenue through a powerful growth engine, built on innovative commercial strategies that expand our market presence, unlock new opportunities, and create sustainable value.” – Gillian Darko.
The big picture
Yellow Card is licensed in 20 African countries and operates across 24 globally. Since its 2019 launch in Nigeria, the company:
- Processes 99% of transactions in stablecoins.
- Employs more than 200 people.
- Has raised $85 million in equity financing.
Source: Instinct Mag
