Ralph Dangelmaier
CEO in Fintech
Weston, MA
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Ralph Dangelmaier is the CEO of a prominent Fintech company with over three decades of experience in the payments industry. His career is defined by a strong focus on driving growth through product innovation, strategic go-to-market efforts, and exceptional customer success. He has held leadership roles, including President & CEO of both public and private Fintech companies, consistently delivering high growth and creating substantial shareholder value. His deep industry knowledge has helped shape the evolution of global payments companies.
A Massachusetts native, Dangelmaier’s vast expertise stems from decades of experience in the payments sector. His understanding of the global payments landscape is unparalleled, having played a key role in the establishment and growth of several high-growth companies. He has successfully expanded numerous businesses internationally, earning recognition as a leader in the Fintech field. His unique insights have contributed to shaping the industry’s future.
Dangelmaier graduated from Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts, with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. He is also an active philanthropist, supporting numerous charitable causes and scholarships. His personal interests include golf, tennis, travel, and wine, with a particular passion for wine that led him to create his own wine label, Patriot. He currently resides in Weston, Massachusetts, a city located about 15 miles west of Boston.
For nearly two decades, Dangelmaier has served as the owner and founder of the Payments Advisory Team (PAT), where he advises companies on optimizing their payment solutions, enhancing sales, and reducing costs. With a track record of advising over 60 countries, he has worked with thousands of banks and payment processors, offering invaluable expertise to help businesses thrive in the global payments ecosystem.
Dangelmaier’s career began at Bank of America and continued at Bancware, where he helped increase revenue by 15x. He later became CEO of P&H Solutions, creating innovative payment solutions before selling the company to ACI Worldwide. He also led BlueSnap for over a decade, growing the company’s revenue 40x and expanding its international footprint. His work in the payments industry has solidified his reputation as a visionary and pioneer.
Dangelmaier is also a dedicated educator, teaching future leaders in Fintech at institutions such as Stonehill College, Brandeis, Babson, and Harvard. His contributions to the field have earned him numerous accolades, including recognition from the Boston Business Journal and multiple finalist spots for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. He has authored articles on the payments industry and has appeared on major outlets such as Bloomberg and NPR to share his insights.
As a board member, Dangelmaier has served on the boards of various organizations, including MineralTree, a provider of AP Payment Automation solutions, and the Electronic Transactions Association. He has been invited to speak at numerous conferences and is an active member of the Forbes Finance Council. His leadership has been instrumental in the growth and success of many companies in the payments space.
In addition to his professional achievements, Ralph Dangelmaier is deeply committed to philanthropy. He regularly supports causes like Habitat for Humanity, golf scholarships, and inner-city charities in Boston. He also maintains an enduring passion for wine, reflected in his creation of the Patriot wine label. Dangelmaier's personal and professional life continues to be a testament to his dedication to innovation, growth, and giving back to the community.
Experience
CEO
P&H Solutions
VP of Sales
Bancware
CEO & Founder
Payments Advisory Team
Education
Stonehill College
Bachelor of Science in Economics
