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Drew Edmond's Promotion at Glenbrook Partners

On March 4, 2026, Glenbrook Partners, a prominent consulting firm specializing in payments, announced a significant milestone in its organizational structure with the promotion of Drew Edmond to the role of Partner. This promotion is a testament to Drew's remarkable contributions and extensive experience in the payments sector since joining the firm in 2018.

A Track Record of Success

Drew Edmond has consistently proven himself as a vital asset to Glenbrook, playing a crucial role in advising leading merchants, payment providers, and financial institutions. His focus on optimizing payments performance has helped shape best practices within a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. During his time at Glenbrook, he has worked diligently to assist enterprise clients in developing comprehensive payments and risk strategies, thereby ensuring they remain competitive amidst the challenges posed by emerging technologies.

His ascent from Engagement Manager to Partner in just under eight years reflects a career defined by tenacity, expertise, and a client-first mindset. Bryan Derman, Managing Partner at Glenbrook, praised Drew's pragmatic approach: "He has championed a relentlessly pragmatic approach to client relationships, tackling their most pressing issues in a way that drives immediate, measurable results." This ethos not only strengthens client relations but also sets a standard for emerging talent at Glenbrook.

Extensive Experience in Payments

With over 15 years of experience in the payments industry, Drew Edmond's background encompasses a unique blend of operational leadership and strategic consulting. Before joining Glenbrook, Drew held significant leadership roles at Square and Etsy. His tenure at Square was marked by strategic initiatives as he managed acquiring and network relationships, steered international expansion research, and led cross-functional efforts during the company's early growth phase from startup to publicly traded entity.

At Etsy, Drew was pivotal in enhancing payment acceptance and refining platform strategy, concentrating on cost optimization and improving approval performance for global buyers and sellers. His holistic view, bridging high-level strategy with practical execution, is vital for modern-day commerce and deepens Glenbrook’s diverse consulting capabilities.

A Vision for the Future

Drew expressed his enthusiasm for contributing to Glenbrook’s legacy, stating, "I joined Glenbrook to be surrounded by payments experts who derive joy from solving a dizzying array of challenging payments problems across the payments ecosystem." He acknowledges the pivotal role Glenbrook has played in advancing the payments industry over the past 25 years and he looks forward to steering the firm's future direction.

Glenbrook Partners: Leading the Way in Payments Consulting

Glenbrook Partners prides itself on its strong foundation of payments expertise. Through a combination of specialized skills and years of hands-on experience, the firm is uniquely positioned to consult clients in financial services and technology. They provide indispensable assistance in strategy definition, product development, and advancing technological applications to tackle leading-edge problems facing the industry today.

Recognizing the strategic, operational, and technological shifts influencing the payment landscape, Glenbrook's commitment to evolving alongside these changes underscores their mission to deliver top-tier consulting services. Drew Edmond's promotion serves as a beacon of continuous progress within the firm and the broader payments industry. Glenbrook looks forward to his leadership in navigating this dynamic environment and helping clients adapt and thrive in their payment strategies.

For more information on Glenbrook Partners and their comprehensive services in payments consulting, please visit Glenbrook's Website.