Upbound Group Executive and Leadership Team

Hal Khouri, the Executive Vice President & Group Chief Financial Officer, At Upbound at Upbound Group, directs the company's comprehensive financial strategy and operations. This includes managing financial planning, capital allocation, investor relations, and risk management to support Upbound Group's mission of elevating financial opportunity. Khouri oversees the financial health of the organization, ensuring robust fiscal discipline across its omni-channel platform, encompassing brands like Rent-A-Center® and Acima®. The Executive Vice President & Group Chief Financial Officer, At Upbound plays a pivotal role in driving profitable growth and enhancing shareholder value through innovative, technology-driven financial solutions. By providing strategic financial insights, Hal Khouri guides the company's expansion and operational efficiency, particularly across its extensive retail footprint in the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. This leadership function is essential for maintaining financial stability and enabling the delivery of inclusive financial services to consumers.

Tran Taylor, the Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer at Upbound Group, directs all human capital strategies and organizational development initiatives. Overseeing talent acquisition, employee engagement, and compensation structures, Taylor ensures the workforce aligns with Upbound Group's mission of elevating financial opportunity. This leadership role involves fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity across the company's diverse operations, including its extensive network of over 2,300 retail units in the United States, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. By optimizing HR processes and championing employee well-being, Tran Taylor drives operational efficiency and supports the company's technology-driven financial solutions that address evolving consumer needs. The Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer also collaborates with other senior leaders to integrate human resources functions with broader business objectives, ensuring a cohesive and high-performing organizational framework.

Shweta Kapileshwar, the Senior Chief Revenue Officer & Specialist at Upbound Group, spearheads revenue generation strategies across all business segments. This critical role involves identifying and capitalizing on new market opportunities, optimizing sales channels, and enhancing customer lifetime value. Kapileshwar drives the commercial success of Upbound Group's omni-channel platform, which includes prominent brands like Rent-A-Center® and Acima®. The Senior Chief Revenue Officer & Specialist focuses on expanding market reach and deepening customer relationships through technology-driven financial solutions. By analyzing market trends and consumer behavior, Shweta Kapileshwar ensures that revenue streams are robust and sustainable, directly contributing to the company's commitment to elevating financial opportunity. This leadership position requires close collaboration with marketing, product development, and operations to achieve ambitious growth targets and maintain Upbound Group's competitive edge in the financial services sector.

Tiffany Watson, the Senior Vice President, Strategic Operations and Chief of Staff at Upbound Group, orchestrates key strategic initiatives and operational enhancements across the organization. This role involves driving efficiency, optimizing business processes, and ensuring seamless execution of the company's technology-driven financial solutions. Watson collaborates closely with executive leadership to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans, supporting Upbound Group's commitment to elevating financial opportunity for all consumers. The Senior Vice President, Strategic Operations and Chief of Staff oversees critical projects that enhance the customer experience and operational effectiveness of brands like Rent-A-Center® and Acima®. By managing cross-functional teams and fostering alignment, Tiffany Watson ensures that Upbound Group's extensive retail channels and digital platforms operate cohesively. This leadership position is vital for driving operational excellence and supporting the company's overall growth and market impact.