Cardstream Welcomes Gurinder Sumra as New CFO

​Cardstream, a leading provider of PCI DSS Level 1 compliant payment solutions, has appointed Gurinder Sumra as its new Chief Financial Officer. Sumra, who brings over 30 years of experience in the payments industry—with prior roles at Elavon and FIS—will play a crucial role in driving the company's growth strategy.

Cardstream is recognized for its robust and scalable payment infrastructure, which supports a global network of more than 400 acquirers, alternative payment methods, shopping cart platforms, and fraud prevention providers, all accessible through a single integration. The company serves over 18,000 merchants across more than 120 countries, supporting all major card schemes and worldwide currencies.

In his new position, Sumra is tasked with leveraging Cardstream's innovative technology to enhance market opportunities. He highlighted the company's unique position in the evolving payments landscape, where empowering merchants is becoming increasingly vital. “Cardstream is well-positioned to thrive as the value chain evolves,” he stated.

Adam Sharpe, CEO of Cardstream, expressed confidence in Sumra's strategic vision, calling his appointment a significant move toward achieving the company's ambitious goals. With Sumra's extensive experience, Cardstream aims to continue its trajectory of innovation and excellence in the payments sector.