Acquired.com has appointed Lee Clifton, formerly Stripe’s global head of payments performance and strategy, as its new chief operating officer.
In this position, Clifton will focus on enhancing Acquired.com’s strategic relationships with key customers and promoting operational excellence across the organization.
Clifton brings over two and a half years of experience from Stripe, along with a strong background in leadership roles at JPMorgan, where he served as global head of product, specializing in relationship management, strategy, product development, and payment optimization. He is also the chair of the global board at the Merchant Risk Council (MRC).
His appointment follows the recent hiring of industry veteran Eline Blomme as chief strategy and product officer and the successful completion of a £4 million funding round with Beach Point Capital Management in October 2024.
Acquired.com is a payments platform that enables businesses to seamlessly collect and make digital payments through all core payment methods. The company has experienced over 200% growth in the past three years and aims to capture a significant share of the recurring commerce market.
Greg Cox, co-founder and CEO of Acquired.com, commented, “Lee’s extensive industry knowledge and proven leadership in the payments space make him a brilliant addition to the Acquired.com team. I am delighted to have another superstar join at a pivotal time for the business as we continue our ambitious growth journey. Attracting someone of Lee’s caliber from an organization like Stripe further highlights the significant impact Acquired.com is making in the payments market.”