Rusty Ware

Rusty Ware has diverse work experience in various leadership and strategic roles. In 1996, they started their career as a Marketing Manager at Concord EFS (First Data) and later became the Director of Financial Services at Concord EFS (First Data/Fiserv) in 1999. In the same year, they joined Visa as the Director of New Market Development and later took on the role of Senior Director in Strategic Initiatives. From 2006 to 2007, Rusty worked as the Senior Manager for Corporate Alliances at the Make-A-Wish Foundation. In 2012, they became the Director of Relationship Management at First Data Corporation. Following that, they joined PayPal in 2013 as the Director of Client Strategy & Growth until 2017. Currently, Rusty Ware holds the position of Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Engage People Inc.

Rusty Ware's education history starts with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing & Communications from Christian Brothers University. Rusty then pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Operational Meteorology from Mississippi State University, which they are expected to complete in 2024. Currently, Rusty is pursuing a Master of Education degree from Belmont University. In addition to their academic achievements, Rusty holds a certification as a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer from CrossFit, LLC, obtained in August 2021.