Convera Taps Google Cloud Veteran Meaghan Riley to Lead Commercial Growth

SEATTLE, WA – January 29, 2026 – Convera, a global leader in B2B payments, today announced a significant strategic move, appointing former Google Cloud executive Meaghan Riley as its new Chief Commercial Officer. The high-profile hire signals Convera’s aggressive push to scale its commercial operations and expand revenue opportunities as it builds on a year of record-breaking growth and technological advancement.

Riley joins Convera at a pivotal moment. The company, which emerged from the 2021 acquisition of Western Union Business Solutions by Goldfinch Partners and The Baupost Group, is accelerating its transformation into a tech-led powerhouse in the complex world of international commerce. Riley’s appointment is seen as a key piece in this strategic puzzle.

“Meaghan’s impressive career journey and proven track record brings exceptional experience and unique assets that will strengthen our leadership team at this pivotal moment in Convera’s journey,” said Patrick Gauthier, CEO of Convera. “Meaghan’s leadership will be instrumental in delivering on our commitment to make global business payments simpler and smarter—serving our customers with excellence while building a high performing, aligned organization.”

A Proven Leader for a New Era of Growth

Meaghan Riley’s resume reads like a tour of duty across technology’s most influential players. Most recently, she served as Chief Operating Officer for Google Cloud North America, where she was instrumental in spearheading a major go-to-market transformation and launching several high-growth segments. Her deep experience in scaling complex operations is expected to be a major asset for Convera.

Prior to her tenure at Google, Riley held senior leadership roles at DocuSign and SAP, leading enterprise sales and global strategic segments. Her two decades in technology have been defined by delivering exceptional growth across diverse industries and geographies, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. This global perspective aligns perfectly with Convera's vast operational footprint, which spans over 140 currencies and 200 countries.

Bill McNichols, Convera Chairman of the Board and a co-founder of Goldfinch Partners, emphasized the strategic fit. “As Convera continues to lead the market and deliver next generation commercial payments globally, Meaghan will play a key role in advancing our vision. She brings to Convera the know-how to enhance our market presence and unify our go-to-market (GTM) teams into a powerful, revenue growth engine.”

Building on a Foundation of Record Performance

Riley steps into a company already firing on all cylinders. Convera has not only navigated recent market uncertainty but has used it as a catalyst for growth. The company reported a landmark year in 2025, achieving double-digit revenue growth and increasing its total turnover to nearly USD 190 billion. Its transaction processing capacity has also been significantly enhanced, now capable of handling over 18,000 transactions per hour.

These figures underscore the rapid acceleration of Convera's business, which processed over $170 billion in turnover in 2024. This momentum is a direct result of a focused strategy to blend the agility of a modern fintech with the scale and regulatory expertise of a global financial institution. The company's success has been recognized by a growing roster of marquis customers, including Identity Digital, IDB Global Federal Credit Union, and Betcris.

“We knew 2025 would be an ambitious year for Convera,” Gauthier noted in a statement. “Like many organizations, we’ve had to navigate through uncertainty, but we’ve responded with resilience in a moment of challenge and complexity. As a result, we’ve made meaningful, measurable accomplishments worthy of celebrating.”

Fortifying Trust with Advanced Security and Compliance

In the highly regulated world of global payments, trust is the most valuable currency. Convera has made substantial investments to fortify its security and compliance framework, demonstrating a proactive approach to protecting its customers and meeting evolving regulatory demands.

A cornerstone of this effort was the completion of its SOC2 certification. Developed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), SOC2 is a rigorous auditing procedure that ensures a company securely manages customer data. Achieving this certification, often considered a gold standard in the fintech industry, provides verifiable proof of Convera’s commitment to robust controls for security, availability, processing integrity, and confidentiality.

Furthermore, Convera has addressed the critical need for payment accuracy and fraud prevention by establishing a strategic collaboration with iPID, a global Know Your Payee (KYP) verification provider. This partnership is crucial for complying with the European Union's Verification of Payee (VoP) mandate, which took effect in late 2025. The mandate requires payment providers to verify that a recipient's name matches their bank account details before processing a transaction, a key measure to combat fraud and misdirected payments. This move not only ensures compliance but also enhances the security of the entire payment ecosystem for Convera's clients.

Embracing AI to Modernize Global Commerce

Beyond security, Convera is aggressively deploying artificial intelligence to streamline operations and drive innovation. The company has rolled out AI-powered solutions across its entire organization, impacting engineering, sales, marketing, and customer service. This tech-forward strategy is aimed at tackling the inherent complexities of cross-border payments—from navigating disparate international regulations and sanctions to managing volatile foreign exchange (FX) markets.

By automating complex processes and providing data-driven insights, AI is enabling Convera's teams to enhance productivity and deliver a more seamless and intelligent payment experience for its more than 30,000 customers. This investment in AI is a clear indicator of Convera's ambition to not just participate in the future of finance, but to actively build it.

For her part, Riley is eager to contribute to this mission. “I am proud and energized to join this ambitious leadership team as they continue to lead the market,” she stated. “Convera’s core values and growth mindset attracted me to join the movement they are leading, and together, I am excited to unlock new revenue opportunities and meet the rapidly growing global customer demand for modern commercial payments.” Her arrival marks a new chapter in Convera's journey, combining a formidable leadership team with powerful technology and a clear vision for the future of global business.