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Steve McPhee

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Head of Strategic Partnerships at Affirm
📍 Canada

Steve McPhee is a seasoned partnerships executive focused on international market expansion in the fintech sector. With a career spanning roles at Affirm, PayBright, and Square, he specializes in driving growth through strategic merchant relationships in the buy-now-pay-later space. He holds a BBA from Wilfrid Laurier University.

Beyond his professional life, Steve has a background in competitive sports, having been a member of the varsity volleyball team during his time at university. He was also involved in several other student societies and campus services, indicating a well-rounded and engaged personality.

He co-founded a company called Makeover Solutions Inc. early in his career, demonstrating a foundational entrepreneurial drive.

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
Head of Strategic Partnerships
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Canada
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Fintech Partnerships
His career is defined by leadership roles in partnerships at major fintech companies like Affirm, PayBright, and Square, focusing on merchant acquisition and growth.
International Expansion
His current title is Sr. Director of International Market Expansion at Affirm, and he has a history of growing Canadian market presence for payment companies.
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Career

Work history

11-2024
Head of Strategic Partnerships
Affirm
1-2024 - 2-2025
Head of Emerging Vertical Partnerships
Affirm
8-2022 - 1-2024
Key Account Relationship Owner
Affirm
11-2019 - 1-2021
VP Partnerships (acquired by Affirm)
PayBright
Head of Canadian Payment Partnerships
Square
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Education
BBA
Wilfrid Laurier University
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