Collaboration promotes expert guidance, compliance support, and strategic resources for fintech companies navigating the evolving financial landscape

Seattle, WA (March 18, 2025) – The American Fintech Council (AFC), the premier industry association representing responsible fintech companies and innovative banks, today announced the addition of Moss Adams as a strategic partner. Moss Adams, a top accounting, consulting, and wealth management firm, will collaborate with AFC to provide enhanced advisory services and support to fintech companies and financial institutions, focusing on responsible innovation, regulatory compliance, and strategic growth within the evolving financial ecosystem.

"The guidance Moss Adams will provide in navigating the complexities of financial regulations and compliance perfectly complements AFC's mission to promote responsible innovation," said Phil Goldfeder, Chief Executive Officer of AFC. "This partnership will provide fintech companies with the strategic guidance and support they need to confidently navigate the fintech landscape and unlock their full potential."

Moss Adams acts as a trusted advisor for fintechs and financial institutions, guiding them through the complexities of financial regulations and compliance. With a deep understanding of the ever-changing regulatory landscape, the firm offers strategic guidance that helps fintechs and banks meet the requirements essential to forge successful partnerships. Their specialized services, such as risk management, capital planning, and financial reporting, enables firms to navigate the rapidly evolving market while maintaining compliance and optimizing performance.

"By joining forces with AFC, Moss Adams is deepening its commitment to empowering fintech companies and financial institutions, enabling them to focus on what they do best: developing innovative solutions that revolutionize financial services," said Travis Smith, Partner and Fintech National Practice Leader at Moss Adams. “As fintech continues to transform the financial services industry, we understand the critical need for strategic guidance and comprehensive solutions to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities within this rapidly evolving sector. This partnership signifies a shared commitment to fostering responsible innovation and sustainable growth within the fintech ecosystem.”

As part of this partnership, AFC and Moss Adams will collaborate on educational initiatives, regulatory guidance, and policy advocacy to address the challenges facing the fintech industry today.

A standards-based organization, AFC is the premier trade association representing the largest financial technology (Fintech) companies and innovative banks offering embedded finance solutions. AFC’s mission is to promote a transparent, inclusive, and customer-centric financial system by supporting responsible innovation in financial services and encouraging sound public policy. AFC members foster competition in consumer finance and pioneer products to better serve underserved consumer segments and geographies.

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