About DirecFunds
At DirecFunds, we believe in transforming customer support into a seamless and efficient experience.
- About Us
Our Mission
DirecFunds is revolutionizing the payments industry by providing robust, mission-critical digital solutions that streamline and secure the flow of funds between businesses and consumers.
We don’t just support payment flows—we supercharge them.
Company History
DirecFunds was founded in Cincinnati, Ohio in 2019 and is headquartered in West Chester, a dynamic suburb of the city. The company was created to redefine wire and ACH payments by providing direct access to the Federal Reserve, ensuring secure and seamless transactions for its partners and clients.
From gaining early momentum through trusted banking partnerships to being spotlighted in the Cincinnati Business Journal’s Annual Technology Issue in 2023, DirecFunds has continued to drive innovation in financial technology. In 2024, the company partnered with Fifth Third Bank to integrate Real Time Payments (RTP) and FedNow “Good Funds” capabilities through the bank’s Newline API, delivering high-speed, domestic and international payment solutions via the DirecFunds.com portal.
Later that year, DirecFunds completed a full corporate risk and compliance review with U.S. Bank—America’s fifth-largest financial institution—achieving payment processor redundancy and expanding customer offerings. Today, DirecFunds stands at the intersection of speed, security and trust, delivering modern payment solutions that meet the evolving needs of businesses nationwide.
- Why Choose Us
Reasons to choose DirecFunds
Our infrastructure is optimized for high-speed clearing, instant settlement, and real-time fraud monitoring – ensurng compliance, transparency and operational efficiency at scale.
Speed
Experience the difference of swift, secure transactions that keep your business moving forward, eliminating delays and optimizing your cash flow.
Flexibility
Businesses and individuals can manage a diverse range of transactions – from high-volume company payables to critical real estate earnest money deposits.
Confidence
With real-time bank account validation, you can be confident that your funds are moving securely, exactly where they need to go.
- Our Team
Leadership Management Team
Each member brings a wealth of experience and expertise, contributing to the innovative and customer-focused solutions we offer.
Kim Allan Sharp, Chief Executive Officer & President, Member of the Board of Directors
Ronald Frederick, Chief Revenue Officer
Christopher Palermo, Senior Vice President of Operations & Human Resources
Kim Allan Sharp
Chief Executive Officer & President, Member of the Board of Directors
Ronald Frederick
Chief Revenue Officer
Nicholas Feczko
Chief Information Officer
Christopher Palermo
Senior Vice President of Operations & Human Resources
Russell Cavan
Non-Executive Board Advisor
DirecFunds Board of Directors
Kim Allan Sharp, Board Director
Thomas Tillar, Board Director
Edward McDonnell, Board Director
Kim Allan Sharp
Board Director
Thomas Tillar
Board Director
Edward McDonnell
Board Director