In a move happening “at a pivotal moment” for the company, F&I Sentinel appointed fintech leader and compliance expert Frank Ewing to its board of directors this week.

The provider of tech-enabled solutions for F&I products highlighted that Ewing has more than 15 years of experience working inside and alongside financial institutions. F&I Sentinel said Ewing’s deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and his proven track record of delivering tech-enabled solutions to ensure compliance with them will be invaluable.

F&I Sentinel added that Ewing’s experience managing complex mergers and acquisitions will also be a significant asset for the company’s growth strategy.

“Frank’s addition to our board comes at a pivotal moment in our company’s trajectory,” F&I Sentinel CEO Stephen McDaniel said. “His experience leading fast-growth, technology-first organizations, along with his deep roots in regulatory compliance innovation, will help us sharpen our competitive edge as we continue scaling our platform and transforming how the automotive finance industry approaches risk management.

Ewing most recently served as the founding partner and CEO of AML RightSource, a global provider of technology-enabled financial crime compliance. He has served on various other boards, including AML RightSource, Legacy Service Partners, and LenderLogix.

“I’m excited to join F&I Sentinel during a time of extraordinary opportunity,” Ewing said. “The company is not only a foundational player in the automotive finance industry with deep regulatory expertise but also a technology trailblazer. Its commitment to delivering forward-thinking, data-driven compliance infrastructure sets it apart.

With its blue-chip client base and executive leadership, F&I Sentinel is well-suited to help financial institutions expertly navigate rapidly changing regulatory environments. I look forward to supporting the company’s continued growth and innovation,” Ewing went on to say.