F&I Sentinel, a provider of tech-enabled solutions for finance and insurance products (F&I) to the automotive finance industry, on June 3 announced the appointment of FinTech leader and compliance expert Frank Ewing to its board of directors. The firm said the move underscores the company’s commitment to “providing unparalleled expertise in delivering tech-enabled risk management solutions to the automotive finance industry and compliance.”

With over 15 years’ experience working inside and alongside financial institutions, Ewing’s understanding of regulatory frameworks and his track record of delivering tech-enabled solutions to ensure compliance with them will be invaluable as F&I Sentinel continues innovating in a dynamic market, the company stated.

“Frank’s addition to our board comes at a pivotal moment in our company’s trajectory,” said Stephen McDaniel, CEO of F&I Sentinel. “His experience leading fast-growth, technology-first organizations, along with his deep roots in regulatory compliance innovation, will help us sharpen our competitive edge as we continue scaling our platform and transforming how the automotive finance industry approaches risk management.”

The company stated Ewing’s experience managing complex mergers and acquisitions will also be a significant asset for the company’s growth strategy.

“I’m excited to join F&I Sentinel during a time of extraordinary opportunity,” said Ewing. “The company is not only a foundational player in the automotive finance industry with deep regulatory expertise but also a technology trailblazer. Its commitment to delivering forward-thinking, data-driven compliance infrastructure sets it apart. With its blue-chip client base and executive leadership, F&I Sentinel is well-suited to help financial institutions expertly navigate rapidly changing regulatory environments. I look forward to supporting the company’s continued growth and innovation.”

Ewing most recently served as the founding partner and CEO of AML RightSource, a provider of technology-enabled financial crime compliance. He has served on various other boards, including AML RightSource, Legacy Service Partners, and LenderLogix.