IFI Network, a next-generation B2B banking marketplace, is transforming how companies support their employees and clients by giving them access to financial solutions once available only to Fortune 500 organizations. The platform, free for its partners, is designed to help businesses build stronger relationships through smarter, more competitive banking options.
In a major step to further its mission of innovation and growth, IFI Network has announced the appointment of Molly Bennard to its Advisory Board. Her addition brings a wealth of experience and strategic insight that will help guide the company as it continues to expand and shape the future of business banking.
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Molly Bennard is a respected leader in global financial services, with over 20 years of experience driving transformation and scaling organizations around the world. Known for her ability to connect strategy with culture and execution, she has built a reputation for delivering sustainable growth and operational excellence—qualities that align perfectly with IFI Network’s mission to modernize banking through technology and collaboration.
Before joining IFI Network’s Advisory Board, Bennard served as President of International Operations at Focus Financial Partners and as CEO of Connectus Wealth Advisers. There, she led international expansion, strengthened cross-border collaboration, and built systems that empowered advisory teams to deliver exceptional client experiences. As one of the key architects behind Connectus, she played a pivotal role in creating a values-driven platform centered on innovation, teamwork, and trust.
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Her earlier career included leadership roles as Managing Director at Focus Financial Partners, where she helped drive U.S. business growth and spearheaded international market entry. Before that, she led corporate strategy at AXA US and began her career at PricewaterhouseCoopers before moving to Morgan Stanley’s Investment Banking Division, where she executed major M&A and capital markets transactions.
“Molly brings deep expertise and proven leadership in the financial services industry,” said Kyle McAndrew, Managing Partner of IFI Network. “Her insights will be invaluable as we continue expanding our marketplace and helping partners access innovative, tailored banking solutions. We’re thrilled to welcome her to the team.”
Bennard continues to advise firms, investors, and leadership teams on strategy and transformation. She holds an MBA from Columbia Business School, a BS in Economics from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, and is both a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA, inactive).
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Sharing her excitement about joining IFI Network, Bennard said, “IFI Network is redefining how financial institutions connect and create value. I’m excited to contribute to a platform that’s leveraging technology, innovation, and a partner-first approach to strengthen the banking ecosystem.”
With leaders like Bennard joining its mission, IFI Network is poised to continue reshaping the landscape of business banking—making enterprise-grade financial solutions accessible, seamless, and transformative for companies of every size.
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