PayPal welcomes Alyssa Henry to board as Gail J. McGovern announces retirement.
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PayPal welcomes Alyssa Henry to board as Gail J. McGovern announces retirement. March 25, 2026 In a significant move for the digital payments landscape, PayPal Holdings, Inc. has announced the appointment of Alyssa Henry, former CEO of Block's Square business, to its Board of Directors. This development comes as long-time board member Gail J. McGovern prepares to step down at PayPal's upcoming Annual Meeting of Stockholders in May. The leadership transition offers a glimpse into the strategic direction PayPal is likely to take as it focuses on enhancing its services for small businesses. Alyssa Henry's extensive experience could turn out to be pivotal for PayPal. With over three decades in global commerce, payments, and technology, Henry previously held leadership roles at Amazon Web Services and led the Square Seller business unit, where she oversaw payment and financial service solutions for millions of businesses. Her background positions her well to address the pressing needs of small business owners, who often face challenges in navigating complex payment systems and "PayPal's global scale, trusted brands, and powerful two-sided network uniquely position it to shape the future of commerce," Henry remarked. Her insights will be critical as PayPal advances its mission to support entrepreneurs and small enterprises. For small business owners, Henry's track record in...
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