Crypto infrastructure provider Yellow Card has announced the appointment of Gillian Darko as its new Vice President of Strategy, a role in which she will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
The appointment marks a significant step in Yellow Card’s growth trajectory as the company intensifies its expansion across Africa and other emerging markets.
Since its launch in 2019, the fintech firm has processed nearly $6 billion in transactions and continues to establish itself as a leader in the digital asset space.
Darko is no stranger to the company, having previously served as Chief of Staff and Director of Strategy.
Her extensive career spans global institutions such as JP Morgan Asset Management, PwC, and the fintech platform JUMO.
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Beyond her professional roles, she has served on executive boards across Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, Zambia, Uganda, and Tanzania.
She is also an Ambassador for Women in Payments Africa and a former nominee for the Outstanding Woman in Tech award.
Speaking on her new appointment, Darko expressed her vision for the company’s future.
“Stepping into this role is about seizing the momentum we’ve built and accelerating it. My focus is on driving revenue through a powerful growth engine, built on innovative commercial strategies that expand our market presence, unlock new opportunities, and create sustainable value,” she said.
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Yellow Card, currently licensed in 20 African countries and operating in 24 globally, processes 99% of its transactions in stablecoins.
The company employs over 200 people and has raised $85 million in equity financing to date.
Darko’s appointment is seen as a strategic move that positions Yellow Card to strengthen its foothold in Africa while scaling globally.
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