Strategic Advisor, Supporting Invela
Dan Murphy is the Founder of Sunset Park Advisors, Inc., and co-led the CFPB’s recent open banking initiatives, including the 1033 rulemaking and standard-setting processes. Before his role at the CFPB, Dan was the Policy Manager at the Financial Health Network, where he focused on consumer data rights, public benefits delivery, and various policy issues related to financial health and fintech. Before his position at the Financial Health Network, Dan held roles at the Milken Institute Center for Financial Markets, on Capitol Hill, and at the World Bank. The Brookings Institution has published his research, and he has been quoted in major media outlets, including CNBC, the Financial Times, and Politico, among others.
Dan currently serves as a strategic advisor to the Invela Leadership Team, offering valuable insights and guidance on consumer data rights, regulatory compliance, and other policy matters related to financial inclusion and fintech. He is also an active member of the Government Affairs and Strategy Committee, where he contributes to the development of Invela’s strategic direction and policy initiatives.
Independent Advisor, Invela Board of Directors
Richard Cordray is a notable figure in consumer protection, having served as the first Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) for six years after being appointed by
President Barack Obama. His significant contributions during his tenure, including the return of over $12 billion to 30 million Americans and the addressing of 1.3 million consumer complaints, underscore Invela’s commitment to consumer protection. In the Biden administration, Cordray was the Chief Operating Officer of Federal Student Aid, overseeing $160 billion in student loan forgiveness for 5 million families. His unique blend of experience in consumer protection, financial aid, and public service, combined with his previous roles as Ohio’s Attorney General, Ohio Treasurer, state legislator, and Solicitor General, makes him a valuable addition to the Invela board of directors.
Cordray will serve on the Invela board of directors and is an active member of the Government Affairs and Strategy Committee, supporting Invela.
Independent Advisor, Invela Board of Directors
Marianne Sullivan is an accomplished executive leader and board director with over 30 years of experience in the financial services and fintech sectors. Known for her ability to define transformative strategies and reengineer business operations, she has a strong track record in driving profitability and scalable growth.
Marianne has worked with both startups and publicly traded companies, helping them align their business models with emerging technologies and customer needs, particularly in areas such as open banking and digital lending. She is recognized for her operational leadership and deep understanding of customer expectations and regulatory demands.
Her board experience includes roles at Pennymac Mortgage Investment Trust, Finicity (acquired by Mastercard), Ardley Technologies, CreditXpert, and Sagent Technologies. In these roles, she has made significant contributions to governance, strategic planning, and innovation-led growth, particularly by aligning business models with emerging technologies and customer needs.
