Veteran capital markets executive brings deep expertise in structured finance and strategic growth to Republic Financial’s board.

Republic Financial, a privately-held company headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky, today announced the appointment of Michael “Mike” Pruyn to its Board of Directors.

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Republic Financial appoints Mike Pruyn to Board of Directors.

Pruyn brings more than 15 years of capital markets experience spanning structured finance and derivatives trading. His appointment underscores Republic Financial’s continued focus on strategic growth through product innovation, operational scale, and targeted merger and acquisition activity across the fragmented risky management landscape.

Pruyn currently serves in the Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) Banking group at BMO Capital Markets, where he has played a key role since joining in 2016. His expertise in developing complex financial structures across multiple asset classes—combined with earlier roles in derivatives trading at DRW Trading, Integral Derivatives, and Zoo Trading—positions him as a valuable strategic voice as Republic Financial accelerates its national expansion.

“I am honored to join the Board of Directors of Republic Financial,” said Mike Pruyn, Board Member of Republic Financial. “I look forward to working with the Republic team during a time of critical growth and helping advance the company's mission to protect America's families.”

Pruyn holds a B.A. in Economics from Northwestern University and an M.B.A. from the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin. He also holds FINRA Series 7, 63, and 79 licenses.

His insight will help the company strengthen and navigate future capital raises and strategic transactions.

“Republic Financial is rapidly expanding,” said Richard Shawn, President of Republic Financial. “Mike’s background in capital markets and product development, paired with his deep knowledge of structured products, makes him a powerful addition to our Board as we aggressively scale operations, introduce new products, and pursue acquisition opportunities.”

Republic continues its aggressive growth throughout the United States focusing on delivering innovative solutions in life insurance, mortgage protection, annuities, and identity theft protection.

About Republic Financial

Republic Financial is a privately held company headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded by entrepreneur Nate Morris, the company offers innovative insurance and financial products that protect America’s families. With a focus on integrity, service, and strategic growth, Republic is a premier provider of risk management solutions in America.

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