Katie Bush

• Expanded Extend's B2B market presence by 40% through strategic partnerships with networks, processors, and banks.
• Collaborated with executive teams to align business objectives and enhance company vision.
• Executed strategic business plans to drive growth and profitability effectively.
• Established relationships with key stakeholders to support implementation and go-to-market initiatives.
• Analyzed competitive landscape to refine strategies and maintain competitive advantage.

• Achieved double-digit year-over-year revenue growth in B2B and Virtual Card markets.
• Developed strategic partnerships with banks and fintechs to enhance revenue opportunities.
• Executed on strategic vision by establishing short- and long-term goals to meet financial metrics.
• Created monthly metrics and KPIs for portfolio analysis, validating and forecasting revenue goals.
• Fostered strong cross-functional relationships with technology, product, and marketing teams for cohesive delivery.
• Utilized consultative approach with clients to maximize opportunities and drive portfolio growth.

• Accomplished Senior Product Leader responsible for product development, delivering innovative solutions, and overall portfolio profitability.
• Proven track record in leading product initiatives from conception to market, with client-focused strategies to drive adoption and revenue growth.
• Strong understanding of commercial payments, with directed knowledge of accounts payable automation.
• Drove product strategies and the development of industry-leading products focused on B2B and virtual payment technology.
• Defined product strategy, new development initiatives, and ongoing management of roadmaps, enhancements, and communication efforts for internal stakeholders and external clients.

• Defined and executed new product development strategies to create a universal proprietary credit card processing system including transactions, authorizations, statements, bill pay, and ancillary business solutions including robust reporting and analytical tools for an $800M global provider of specialized payment products and services.
• Analyzed and defined product strategy and roadmap including, the definition of requirements, detailed design specifications, streamlined operational processes, and training materials to support launch plans and client implementation.
• Identified and implemented best practices to optimize efficiencies with global partners, resulting in streamlined, agile product development and the reduction of development efforts across the client base.
• Managed all regulatory, compliance, due diligence, bank-required policies, operational procedures, and training materials.

• Envisioned, deployed, trained, and marketed business intelligence solutions and processes focused on streamlined reporting and analytical solutions, supporting both internal and external stakeholders for a $23.5B department store, operating in 850 locations.
• Led acquisition, merger, and consolidation efforts across multiple operating divisions and business units, overseeing and defining business intelligence solutions.
• Delivered a comprehensive reporting solution, dashboard functionality, and key performance indicators to 5,500 external vendor partners.
• Appointed to the executive leadership team, generating ideas and strategy development to improve communication and employee engagement within the organization.

Vice President Divisional Director of Planning and Allocation

Demonstrated abilities in analyzing location results, developing long-range financial plans, and launching innovative merchandising and product opportunities to achieve defined goals. Annual volume is approximately $280 million in 79 locations across 9 states.

Vice President, Divisional Merchandise Manager

Accountable for the overall development of merchandise strategies, sales, margin, and return on investment. Annual

Volume ~$78M in 144 locations across 4 states.

Vice President, Store Manager

Total four-wall accountability, including sales, expenses, productivity, and EBIT performance.

Managed multiple locations, ranging in volume from $35M to $50M.