Forward Financing Welcomes Tyler Thielmann as Chief Revenue Officer
July 9, 2025 | Company News
July 9, 2025 – Forward Financing is proud to announce the addition of Tyler Thielmann to its executive team as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).
Thielmann brings over 14 years of experience in fintech, revenue generation, consumer lending, and digital financial services. He has a distinguished background in leading and scaling sales teams, with a strong focus on digital customer acquisition and launching new, innovative financial products.
For the past 11 years, Thielmann was a key figure at Spring Financial, Canada’s leading online-only lender, where he was part of the founding team and most recently served as President & CEO. During his time there, Spring Financial grew from its inception into a national fintech brand, boasting over 450 employees and nearly one million annual applicants.
“We are excited to have Tyler join the Forward Financing team as our new Chief Revenue Officer,” said Jason Mullins, Forward’s President & CEO. “His passion for building a high-performing sales team and his deep understanding of the market dynamics within the financial services sector will bring tremendous value to our organization as we scale. Tyler’s proven ability to drive significant revenue growth, nurture strategic business relationships, and develop top talent will help us accelerate our journey to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America.”
In his new role at Forward Financing, Thielmann will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s sales operations.
“I’m incredibly excited to contribute to Forward Financing’s mission of supporting small businesses,” expressed Thielmann. “The opportunity to lead such a talented sales team and to further enhance the company’s revenue generation capabilities is truly inspiring. I look forward to working collaboratively to achieve impactful results.”
Thielmann holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the British Columbia Institute of Technology and resides with his family in Vancouver, Canada.
About Forward Financing
Forward Financing is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts with team members throughout the United States, Dominican Republic, and Canada. The company is on a mission to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Whether facing challenges accessing traditional financing or simply needing a convenient, flexible solution, Forward is committed to funding more of the millions of small businesses nationwide. Forward offers revenue-based financing – delivering an upfront sum of working capital in exchange for a set amount of the business’s future revenue. By simplifying the requirements, streamlining the process, and using advanced proprietary technology, Forward is often able to deliver approvals within hours and funds that same day — giving more businesses the financial opportunity they need to thrive. Plus, with their dedicated teams and award-winning service, customers get personalized support when they need it most.
Since 2012, Forward has expanded access to capital by providing over $3.5 billion in funding to more than 71,000 small businesses. The company is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau with an Excellent / 4.7 stars rating on Trustpilot.com. Recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In Boston and certified as a Great Place To Work®, Forward is dedicated to empowering both its team and the customers they serve, helping them succeed and thrive.