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David Karnstedt is the CEO of Branch, a fintech company that focuses on accelerating payments and empowering working Americans. An operating executive, board member, and advisor for technology companies, Karnstedt brings a wealth of leadership experience to Branch. His background spanning executive leadership, board directorship, and early-stage investing positions Branch for continued growth and innovation in the fintech industry.
Who is the CEO of Branch?
David Karnstedt is the CEO of Branch, an operating executive, board member, and advisor for technology companies. Karnstedt's career spans senior leadership roles across the technology sector, including serving as Interim Chief Revenue Officer and Strategic Advisor at Pantheon Platform. His experience as a board director and early-stage investor further reflects a broad and accomplished career in technology and business leadership.
Work History
- CEO at Branch (May 2024 - Present)
- Interim Chief Revenue Officer at Pantheon Platform (January 2023 - December 2023)
- Strategic Advisor at Pantheon Platform (August 2019 - December 2022)
- Sales at Motivation Media, Inc. (January 1988 - January 1993)
Education History
David Karnstedt studied Communications at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he built a foundation that has supported a distinguished career in technology and executive leadership.
When did David Karnstedt join Branch?
David Karnstedt assumed the role of CEO at Branch in May 2024. Since taking the helm, he has brought his experience as an operating executive, board director, and early-stage investor to guide Branch in its mission to accelerate payments and empower working Americans.




























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