Oportun Announces Continued Board Evolution

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07-05-2025

Oportun Financial Corporation
SAN CARLOS, Calif., May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oportun (Nasdaq: OPRT), a mission-driven financial services company, today announced that its Board of Directors will nominate Carlos Minetti and Raul Vazquez for election at the Company's 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the 'Annual Meeting'). Scott Parker and R. Neil Williams will not stand for reelection at the Annual Meeting, and the Board will be reduced from ten to eight members at that time. If the Board's recommended candidates are elected, three of the Board's seven independent directors will have joined the Board within eighteen months of the Annual Meeting. Following the conclusion of Mr. Williams' tenure on the Board, the Board will select a new Lead Independent Director.
'The Board has thoughtfully repositioned Oportun for continued success. As part of that process, we took a comprehensive look at how to maintain the Board's strength and independence, as well as its diversity of experience and expertise,' said Mr. Williams. 'After benchmarking against industry peers and corporate governance best practices, and considering the perspectives of our shareholders, we recognized that a smaller Board would be both more conventional and efficient. I have full confidence the Board will continue to provide effective guidance and hold management accountable as the Company executes its strategic initiatives.'
'On behalf of the Board, I'd like to thank Scott and Neil for their service and contributions to the Company. We wish them all the best in their future endeavors,' said Ginny Lee, Chair of the Nominating, Governance and Social Responsibility Committee. 'Looking ahead, we remain focused on vigorous and independent oversight of the Company's strategy and execution, with a goal of driving improved operating performance and delivering enhanced shareholder value.'
About Oportun
Oportun (Nasdaq: OPRT) is a mission-driven financial services company that puts its members' financial goals within reach. With intelligent borrowing, savings, and budgeting capabilities, Oportun empowers members with the confidence to build a better financial future. Since inception, Oportun has provided more than $19.7 billion in responsible and affordable credit, saved its members more than $2.4 billion in interest and fees, and helped its members save an average of more than $1,800 annually. For more information, visit Oportun.com.
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