Our Mission: Banking the Global Mavericks
Built by freelancers, for freelancers — we're revolutionizing global finance for independent workers everywhere.
From Freelancers to Founders
Our journey began in the trenches of the gig economy. As freelancers and creatives ourselves, we experienced firsthand the frustration of waiting weeks for payments, losing chunks of our hard-earned money to exorbitant fees, and navigating the complexities of global banking.
"We asked ourselves: Why should independent workers — the backbone of the modern economy — be penalized for their global reach? This question ignited our passion to build Payd."
— Benaiah Wepundi, Founder & Chief Maverick
Our shared experiences in the freelance world fueled our commitment to creating a financial platform that truly understands the unique challenges faced by independent workers across borders.
Making Money Truly Global
At the core of our mission is a simple yet powerful idea: money should flow as freely as ideas. We're committed to simplifying and reducing the time, cost, and stress of moving money around the world.
For too long, traditional banking has failed to keep pace with the borderless nature of modern work. Payd stands for a new paradigm — one where your money isn't constrained by geography, bureaucracy, or outdated systems.
We're building a financial ecosystem where independent workers can receive payments from anywhere, access their funds instantly, and leverage their earnings to build a secure future — all without the friction that has defined global finance for decades.
The Maverick Principles
Our approach to building the financial future for independent workers worldwide.
Move Fast
We believe in rapid iteration and constant improvement. In a world where technology and work are evolving at breakneck speed, financial services must keep pace. We don't wait for permission — we innovate, test, learn, and deploy solutions that meet the urgent needs of today's independent workers.
Make Things
We're builders at heart. Rather than theorizing about perfect solutions, we create practical tools that solve real problems. Our team is committed to crafting intuitive, powerful features that simplify financial complexity and empower users to focus on what they do best — creating value through their work.
Enable Mavericks
We build for the rule-breakers, the innovators, and the pioneers who are reshaping the future of work. Our platform is designed to help independent workers not just survive but thrive — capturing the full value of their creativity and labor. We believe that when mavericks succeed, everyone benefits from the innovation and progress they drive.
Meet Our Team
A collective of former freelancers, creatives, and financial innovators united by a shared vision.
Benaiah Wepundi
Founder & Chief Maverick
Experience as a freelancer and 2-time founder with expertise in product, business development and marketing strategy.
Diana Mongina
Director of Happiness (COO)
Data Scientist and Software Engineer with prior experience in banking, startup operations and freelancing.
Japheth Achimba
Director of Chaos (Growth & CX)
Experience in digital marketing and community building, with prior experience working with and growing freelance communities in Africa.
Vincent Omondi
Lead Architect (CTO)
Experienced Software Engineer and Systems Architect, with close to 10 years experience consulting for building financial systems for fintechs and banks.
Join the Financial Revolution for Independent Workers
We're building more than a company — we're creating a movement to empower independent workers worldwide. Whether you're a freelancer, creator, consultant, or digital nomad, Payd is designed to help you capture the full value of your work.
18K+
Independent Workers
15+
Countries Covered
$500k+
Payments Processed
45k+
Transactions Completed