Upbound Group, Inc. (“Upbound”), a technology and data-driven leader in accessible and inclusive financial solutions, has announced the appointment of Hal Khouri as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective November 10, 2025. Mr. Khouri will take over the CFO role from current CEO Fahmi Karam, who has been serving in both capacities since June 2025. In his new position, Mr. Khouri will report directly to Mr. Karam.
With over three decades of experience across consumer banking, financial services, retail, and consulting, Mr. Khouri brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to Upbound. Known for his strategic approach to corporate finance and growth, he has consistently driven value creation through disciplined governance, capital management, and financial innovation.
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In his new role, Mr. Khouri will oversee Upbound’s financial operations, enterprise optimization, capital allocation, and investor relations. His leadership will be pivotal in advancing the company’s financial and business strategies as it continues to expand its reach and deliver long-term value to shareholders and customers alike.
Before joining Upbound, Mr. Khouri served as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of goeasy Ltd, one of Canada’s leading non-prime consumer leasing and lending providers. During his tenure, he played a key role in scaling the company’s financial structure and guiding strategic growth. His prior experience also includes serving as CFO of Walmart Canada Bank (now Fairstone Bank of Canada) and JPMorgan Chase Canada Bank, along with senior leadership positions at MBNA Canada, Deloitte, and the Ontario Ministry of Finance.
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“Hal brings a deep understanding of financial strategy and leadership in the consumer finance space,” said Fahmi Karam, Chief Executive Officer of Upbound Group. “His expertise will be instrumental as we continue to focus on disciplined financial execution and expanding our platform of scalable, technology-driven financial solutions for underserved consumers. We’re thrilled to welcome Hal to our executive team and look forward to his contributions as we pursue growth and innovation in an evolving market.”
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Expressing his excitement about joining the company, Mr. Khouri said, “I’m honored to become part of Upbound and contribute to its mission of delivering accessible financial solutions through technology and innovation. The company’s strong foundation and its three marquee brands present incredible opportunities for growth. I look forward to collaborating with the team and helping shape the next chapter of Upbound’s journey.”
Mr. Khouri’s appointment underscores Upbound’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team as it continues to scale its business and advance its mission of creating financial inclusion through data-driven, customer-focused innovation.
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