Christopher N. Cruz serves as Chief Financial Officer at Shift4 Payments, Inc. (NYSE: FOUR), a global leader in integrated payment processing and commerce technology solutions. With more than 20 years of experience in finance, technology, and payments, Cruz brings a proven track record of driving financial strategy in dynamic, high-growth environments. He joined Shift4 in May 2021, playing a pivotal role in the company's expansion following its public debut via SPAC merger. Prior to Shift4, Cruz was CFO at Dealertrack Technologies, where he managed financial operations through its acquisition by Cox Automotive in 2015, optimizing capital structure and supporting seamless integration. His career also includes key leadership positions at Black Knight Financial Services, focusing on strategic finance, mergers and acquisitions, and treasury management. Earlier, he honed his expertise in investment banking at Barclays Capital and Lehman Brothers, advising on complex transactions in the financial services sector. Cruz earned a B.S. in Finance from Villanova University. At Shift4, Cruz oversees all aspects of corporate finance, including capital markets, investor relations, tax strategy, and M&A execution. Under his stewardship, the company has executed transformative acquisitions such as Revel Systems and a significant stake in Global Blue, fueling revenue growth and market diversification. His strategic acumen has been instrumental in enhancing profitability, managing liquidity, and positioning Shift4 for sustained leadership in the payments industry.