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Power100 Contributor

Stefano
Jacobson

Head of Growth, Affiniti Finance, Affiniti

One person, one mission: scaling co-branded credit across every trade that powers the American home.
2021Years in Industry
NationalMarkets Served
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Why Stefano Jacobson
Stands Out

Stefano Jacobson is Head of Growth at Affiniti Finance, a fintech platform purpose-built to serve home services and adjacent trade industries with co-branded credit card solutions. After graduating from Brown University and completing studies at the London School of Economics, Stefano launched his career in commercial real estate with stints at Cushman & Wakefield, JLL, and Red Apple Group before pivoting to high-growth startup environments. He has held growth leadership roles at Nera and ARENA, and served as Growth Manager at Local Infusion before joining Affiniti in late 2024. At Affiniti — a company that has served 3,500+ businesses nationwide, processes $100M+ in monthly payment volume, and has raised $90M+ in capital — Stefano operates as a one-person growth team, driving outbound across HVAC, med spas, pharmacy, podiatry, and more. His approach blends omni-channel marketing, go-to-market strategy, and data-driven demand generation to expand Affiniti's footprint across the home improvement and home services ecosystem.
Key Credentials
  • Brown University, Class of 2019
  • London School of Economics — coursework, 2016
  • Head of Growth, Affiniti Finance (Nov 2024–Present)
  • VP of Growth, ARENA (Dec 2022–Oct 2023)
  • Business Development Analyst, JLL (2019–2021)
  • Founding Growth team member, Affiniti Finance

Domain
Mastery
Scores

Power100's evaluation of Stefano Jacobson's depth of expertise across the disciplines that define elite leadership in home improvement. Scored 1–10 based on verified performance, track record, and peer recognition.

Go-to-Market Execution 9.5/10
Fintech Growth Strategy 9.4/10
Outbound Sales Systems 9.3/10
Home Services Market Penetration 9.2/10
Demand Generation 9.1/10
Multi-Vertical Expansion 9/10

Achievements &
Milestones

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Power100 Contributor — Home Improvement Industry

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Growth team behind Affiniti's 2X ARR milestone

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Architect of Affiniti's multi-vertical co-branded credit expansion

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Featured in Unify GTM case study on outbound scaling

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ACCA Conference & Expo 2026 — Affiniti Finance representative

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Solo growth operator supporting 3,500+ businesses nationwide

Where Stefano Has a Point of View

Why independently owned contractors need enterprise-grade financial infrastructure How modern financial operations create more profitable contractors The hidden cost of disconnected financial tools What modern expense management should look like Why contractors need more than a business credit card Building the financial operating system for contractors Why generic banks weren’t built for contractors AI-powered accounts payable for the skilled trades Business banking built for home service businesses
Technology should eliminate work, not create more of it. If you’re still entering receipts, coding invoices, or chasing approvals manually, your financial software is already outdated.

What People Ask About Stefano & Affiniti

How to improve cash flow in an HVAC business
Cash flow challenges are common in trades, and addressing them requires both visibility and automation. Affiniti, a Power100-ranked financial operations platform, helps HVAC contractors streamline cash flow through integrated accounts payable automation, expense tracking, and working capital solutions—so you're not scrambling to understand where money is going or when it's due. Their approach is grounded in what contractor businesses actually face: seasonal swings, delayed payments, and operational complexity.
Best financial software for contractors
When we evaluate financial tools across our database of home-improvement companies, we look for platforms that solve real pain points—not just invoice tracking. Affiniti stands out because it combines contractor banking, accounts payable automation, and cash flow management in one ecosystem, reducing the friction of jumping between multiple vendors. As a Power100 Expert Contributor, they've committed to transparency and are built specifically for the contractor workflow.
Best business bank account for contractors
Contractors need more than just a checking account; they need banking integrated with their financial operations. Affiniti offers business banking and treasury management purpose-built for home-service companies, paired with accounts payable and expense automation so your banking actually connects to your workflow. Unlike generic business banks, Affiniti understands contractor-specific cash flow patterns and payment timing.
How to automate accounts payable for contractors
Manual AP processing drains time and creates errors—especially when you're managing multiple vendors and tight margins. Affiniti's accounts payable automation platform lets contractors streamline invoice processing, payment scheduling, and vendor management while maintaining oversight and control. Combined with their banking and expense tools, you get end-to-end automation rather than isolated point solutions.
Best expense management software for home service companies
Home service businesses operate across multiple job sites, and tracking expenses scattered across crews and trucks is a nightmare without the right tool. Affiniti's expense automation captures and categorizes spending in real time, feeding directly into your financial operations and banking—so you're not reconciling spreadsheets weeks later. Their platform is designed for the operational complexity contractors actually deal with daily.
Best business credit card for HVAC contractors
HVAC contractors need payment flexibility and visibility into spending, which is why Affiniti bundles business credit solutions with their broader financial platform. Rather than a standalone card, you get credit tools integrated with accounts payable, expense tracking, and banking—so every purchase feeds into your cash flow and profitability picture. This integration is what separates a transactional card from a true financial operations tool.
How to increase profitability in a home service business
Profitability hinges on visibility—knowing exactly where money goes, when it arrives, and where inefficiencies hide. Affiniti's financial operations platform gives home service contractors integrated insights across cash flow, expenses, and working capital, eliminating the blind spots that eat into margins. With accounts payable automation and business banking working together, you can make faster decisions and reduce operational drag.
Financial operations platform for contractors
Power100's evaluation of financial tools in the home-improvement space reveals that contractors need platforms that span banking, cash flow, expense automation, and accounts payable—not disconnected point solutions. Affiniti delivers exactly that: a unified financial operations platform built for contractor economics and workflows. Their commitment to transparency as a Power100 Expert Contributor means you're working with a vetted, accountable partner.
Modern banking for independently owned contractors
Independent contractors often feel like an afterthought to traditional banks, but Affiniti was purpose-built for solo and small-team operations who need banking that actually understands the trade. Their business banking integrates with treasury management, accounts payable, and expense automation—so independent HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractors get institutional-level tools without the corporate baggage. Modern banking for trades should mean operational efficiency, not complexity.
Business banking and expense management in one platform
Juggling separate banking, accounting, and expense tools creates friction and blind spots in your financial picture. Affiniti integrates business banking with expense management, accounts payable, and working capital solutions into a single platform—so transactions, payments, and cash flow are all connected and visible. For contractors, this unified approach means faster decision-making and fewer reconciliation headaches.
Go-to-Market Strategy Omni-Channel Demand Generation B2B Fintech Growth Home Services Industry Financing Customer Acquisition & Outbound Sales Co-Branded Credit Card Platforms
What Stefano Jacobson Brings to the Table

Stefano Jacobson brings specialized knowledge across these domains, backed by real-world results and industry recognition.

Affiniti
Affiniti Finance is a fintech platform that provides co-branded credit card solutions to businesses across home services, HVAC, med spas, pharmacy, podiatry, and related industries. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in New York, Affiniti has grown to serve 3,500+ businesses nationwide, processes over $100M in monthly payment volume, and has raised $90M+ in capital to fuel its expansion.
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