Zachary Perret
Zachary Perret is the co-founder and CEO of Plaid, a fintech company he established in 2012. Under his leadership for over a decade, Plaid has become a significant player in the fintech industry, providing infrastructure that connects digital finance products to users' bank accounts. He has guided Plaid to serve major fintech clients like Robinhood, Coinbase, and Venmo, solidifying its position in the financial technology ecosystem. Zachary Perret co-founded Plaid in 2012 and has served as its CEO since inception, leading the company to become a major player in the fintech industry. Under his leadership, Plaid built infrastructure connecting digital finance products to users' bank accounts, securing major clients like Robinhood, Coinbase, and Venmo. In 2021, Plaid achieved a valuation of $13.4 billion after a $425 million funding round, making Perret a billionaire. He was recognized on Forbes' 2022 Billionaires List and 30 Under 30 Hall of Fame for his impactful work. Perret's vision has evolved Plaid from a data plumbing company to a data analytics company, focusing on fighting fraud, extending credit, and personalizing financial experiences. These milestones underscore his commitment to democratizing financial services and empowering individuals with better financial lives.
Career Milestones
- Co-founded Plaid in 2012 and has served as CEO since inception.
- Built infrastructure connecting digital finance products to users' bank accounts, serving major clients like Robinhood, Coinbase, and Venmo.
- Led Plaid to a $13.4 billion valuation in 2021 after a $425 million funding round.
- Recognized on Forbes' 2022 Billionaires List and 30 Under 30 Hall of Fame.
- Evolved Plaid into a data analytics company, focusing on fraud prevention, credit extension, and personalized financial experiences.
About Plaid
Plaid, founded in 2012, is a financial technology company that builds a data transfer network. They help consumers and businesses securely connect their financial accounts to over 8,000 apps and services. Core features include payments, fraud prevention, and financial data analysis. Benefits include seamless account linking and enhanced security.