APPROVE
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APPROVE operates a technology platform that embeds equipment financing and B2B payment options into the sales process, connecting equipment buyers with a network of competing lenders. It serves equipment sellers and business buyers, and grew out of KWIPPED, a B2B equipment rental marketplace launched in 2014.
Founders & leadership
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Robert PrevilleinFounder & CEORobert Preville is founder and CEO of APPROVE, a fintech platform providing embedded equipment financing and payment solutions for B2B equipment sales. He previously co-founded KWIPPED, a B2B equipment rental marketplace launched in 2014.
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Jim HowardinChief Revenue Officer
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Robin SalterinChief Marketing Officer
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Wellington SouzaChief Technology Officer
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2 people who came through APPROVE went on to found or lead other companies.
Competitors · 3
by search overlapClickLease34 shared keywordsClicklease provides micro-ticket equipment financing and leasing to small businesses, working through equipment sellers and partners to offer affordable financing options. The company serves small businesses across the US and operates from offices in the US and Costa Rica.
Wellsfargo26 shared keywordsWells Fargo provides investment advisory services, wealth management, and retirement planning for individual investors and high-net-worth clients. The company offers digital investment platforms, market insights, and personalized financial guidance through its advisors and digital tools.
Sezzle25 shared keywordsSezzle is a buy-now-pay-later app that lets shoppers split purchases into interest-free installments or pay monthly anywhere Visa is accepted, online or in stores. It also offers rewards, credit-history building through Sezzle Up, and financial literacy tools for consumers.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does APPROVE do?
- APPROVE operates a technology platform that embeds equipment financing and B2B payment options into the sales process, connecting equipment buyers with a network of competing lenders. It serves equipment sellers and business buyers, and grew out of KWIPPED, a B2B equipment rental marketplace launched in 2014.
- Who founded APPROVE?
- APPROVE was founded by Robert Preville.
- Who are APPROVE's investors?
- APPROVE's investors include VentureSouth, Wolfpack Investor Network.





