About Momentum Financial Services Group
Providing Essential Financial Access
Momentum Financial Services Group (MFSG) is one of the largest providers of alternative financial solutions in North America. We are committed to delivering immediate, accessible, and responsible financial services to millions of customers. Our robust network ensures we are there for people when they need us most.
Our Vision
Driving Access And Inclusion
Our vision is to be the leading provider of personalized, transparent, and essential financial solutions, enabling people to navigate their daily lives with confidence and stability.
Our Principles
Pioneering Financial Inclusion
To be the leading provider of accessible financial solutions. We empower millions across North America with confidence and stability.
Delivering Essential Access
We leverage 40+ years of expertise to simplify financial challenges. We provide immediate, reliable liquidity via our network and innovative digital platform.
Governed By Trust
We uphold the highest standards of integrity and compliance. We deliver services with utmost transparency and security, always putting the customer first.
Our Values
Where Everybody Is Somebody
- Be inclusive and put people first.
- Work together to make a difference in peoples' lives.
- Create an environment where everyone is respected and welcome.
We Have A Passion For Our Purpose
- Act with uncompromising honesty and integrity in everything we do.
- Seek to learn more and grow.
- Challenge the status quo and find new ways to improve the overall health of our customers and team members.
We Say Yes When Others Say No
- Always be friendly and approachable.
- Show compassion and go the extra mile.
- Create an uplifting and effortless customer experience.
We Win As A Team
- Be available and collaborative.
- Lift others up to inspire teamwork.
- Value and develop our employees' diverse talents, initiative, and leadership.
Our Leaders
Peter Kalen
Chief Executive Officer
Lisa Boulanger
Chief Commercial Officer
Juan Matamoros
Chief Financial Officer
Greg Root
Chief Operating Officer
Sharissa Ellyn
Chief Legal Officer
Karina Sidhu
Chief Technology Officer
Brigitte Robin
Chief People Officer
Gregory Shaw
Chief Retail Officer
Colin Franks
Chief Risk and Analytics Officer
Our History
Over 40 years of history in providing financial services to underbanked customers.
1982
Money Mart began in Alberta, Canada
1999
Acquired by Dollar Financial Corp
2006
Acquires The Check Cashing Store Florida
2014
Acquired by Lone Star Funds
2023
Peter Kalen joined as CEO, bringing a strong Canadian perspective and moving HQ to Toronto