RAI Partners Names Former Velera EVP Brian Scott as Co-Founder to Accelerate Credit Union Growth
SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- RAI Partners today announced the appointment of Brian Scott as Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer. Scott, the former Executive Vice President and Chief Growth Officer at Velera, brings more than 30 years of credit union expertise to help drive RAI Partners' nationwide growth strategy.
RAI Partners Names Former Velera EVP Brian Scott as Co-Founder to Accelerate Credit Union GrowthScott will play a central role in expanding RAI Partners' credit card profitability solutions for credit unions--including portfolio acquisitions, turndown programs for declined applicants, and white-label card program development.
"I'm excited to join RAI Partners at such a dynamic time," said Scott. "Credit unions are looking for innovative ways to grow, add more products per member, drive profitability and compete with larger financial institutions. RAI Partners' comprehensive approach--from acquiring less profitable portions of a credit card portfolio, to turndown programs that offer a card to nearly every member who wants a card, and to white-label solutions that allow credit unions to serve markets like commercial and affinity groups--gives credit unions multiple pathways to grow their card business and reduce risk while staying true to their values. I look forward to connecting these solutions with the credit union leaders who can benefit most from them."
Ed Preuss, Co-Founder & CEO of RAI Partners, added: "Brian's appointment represents a pivotal moment for our company. His track record of product and technology adoption, combined with deep relationships across the credit union industry, will accelerate our ability to deliver innovative solutions that truly serve members."
Jay Kurian, Co-Founder & President of RAI Partners, emphasized the credibility Scott brings: "When credit union executives see Brian joining as a Co-Founder, it validates our approach. It signals we're building for the long term and are serious about helping credit unions grow."
Scott will lead RAI Partners' go-to-market strategies, forge strategic partnerships, and help position the company as a thought leader in creating compelling member experiences.
About RAI Partners
RAI Partners is a credit union service organization (CUSO) that builds data-driven credit card programs. Leveraging decades of experience in credit cards and technology, the company acquires, builds, and manages white-label programs that generate income, membership growth, and actionable insights while reducing overhead and risk. To learn more, visit www.raipartners.com.
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