Jonathan Arst

Jonathan Arst serves as the CEO of Paystri, a position held since September 2005, where a revenue growth rate of 29% (CAGR) has been achieved since 2006 along with positive EBITDA margins. Jonathan has overseen 12 acquisitions totaling $817 million in card transaction value, transitioned the company's focus to a modern API-based payments platform, and secured over 100 contractual referral partnerships with bank branches. Prior experience includes roles as an Account Manager at Merchants Bankcard Systems, achieving top production rankings and developing referral relationships, and as a Sales Executive at Purple Pebble Games, where sales increases and product design were key contributions. Jonathan's early career also includes a role in manufacturing at Doyle Sailmakers, enhancing production efficiency. Jonathan holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of Montana and completed leadership training through NOLS.