Simon Khalaf is the current CEO of Marqeta, Inc., a company he joined on January 31, 2023, after serving as Chief Product Officer. With a background in engineering, Simon holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the American University...

Simon Khalaf is the current CEO of Marqeta, Inc., a company he joined on January 31, 2023, after serving as Chief Product Officer. With a background in engineering, Simon holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the American University of Beirut and a Master’s from Syracuse University. He has extensive experience in product management and technology, having previously worked in key roles at Twilio and Verizon. Under his leadership, Marqeta is focused on growth and innovation in the fintech space. In 2023, he earned a total compensation of $16.2 million, which reflects not just his salary but also significant stock vesting, showing his commitment to long-term value creation for shareholders. Simon's strategic mindset and solid foundation in engineering help drive Marqeta’s mission to reshape payment solutions for businesses and consumers. His experience with leading tech companies positions him well to steer Marqeta's future.