Thomas Priore
About
Thomas Priore is a distinguished executive and entrepreneur who has profoundly impacted the financial technology landscape. As the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Priority Technology Holdings, Inc., Tom has led the company from its inception in 2005 to its current status as a leading provider of commercial payment solutions and the 13th largest merchant acquirer in the U.S.
I am Thomas (Tom) Priore of Priority.
Our team is passionate about simplifying commerce by providing an innovative platform that merges payment processing, helps B2B business thrive, provides banking services, and data insights.
Our goal is to help your business thrive in the digital age while making finance feel a little less complicated. Let's shape the future of finance together.
Tom's professional journey is characterized by strategic leadership and innovation. Prior to fully committing to Priority, he founded ICP Capital, a boutique investment banking firm that became a market leader in structured finance, managing over $20 billion in assets.
His tenure at Guggenheim Securities was marked by the creation of the Structured Finance Trading and Origination business, where he also managed the Fixed Income Sales and Trading division. Tom's foundational years in finance were spent at PaineWebber, ascending to the role of Vice President in the Fixed Income Sales and Trading department.
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Academically, Tom holds a degree from Harvard University and an MBA from Columbia University, credentials that have underpinned his strategic approach to business and innovation.
At Priority, Tom's vision centers on simplifying commerce and empowering businesses through technology-driven payment and banking solutions. By integrating payment processing, B2B transaction support, banking services, and data analytics, Priority provides a comprehensive platform that addresses the evolving needs of businesses in the digital era.
This website serves as a portal into Tom's professional endeavors, offering a closer look at his leadership principles, career milestones, and ongoing contributions to the financial technology sector. Discover more about Tom Priore and his commitment to driving growth and innovation in commerce.
Our Team
Our team is passionate about simplifying commerce by providing an innovative platform that merges payment processing, helps B2B business thrive, provides banking services, and data insights. Our goal is to help your business thrive in the digital age while making finance feel a little less complicated.
