Education

Hofstra University
B.B.A. in Finance, Minor in Computer Science

New York University
Advanced Studies in Real Estate Finance and General Finance

Columbia University
Graduate Studies in Architecture, Planning & Preservation

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Certifications

BICSI
Professional Certification

Previous Experience

Commercial Factor
Author of “Flexible Factoring for Small Business”

Douglas Haddad

Chief Experience Officer

Expertise

Financial Services, Fintech Strategy, Customer Experience, Operational Architecture, Team Leadership, Strategic Growth

I am the Chief Experience Officer and Managing Partner at AFN, where I have dedicated over 19 years to shaping the firm’s strategic direction and architectural systems. With more than two decades of leadership in the finance and fintech sectors, I am driven by a core philosophy: the power of people.

I pride myself on leading a diverse, caring team that prioritizes excellence and community impact, a commitment that was solidified as we navigated and thrived through the transformative challenges of the global lockdowns.

Articles By Douglas Haddad

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While national headlines tend to focus on layoffs, automation, and uncertainty in white-collar work, far less attention is paid to how America’s storefront businesses are actually feeling. These are the ...

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Not all patios are created equal – and according to our survey of food lovers, some neighborhoods are simply built for al fresco bliss. While the headline rankings tell us ...

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When a small business makes someone willing to sit through traffic, skip the nearest option, and drive over an hour just for “the good stuff,” that’s not convenience – it’s ...

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