Clair, a NYC-based fintech company offering earned wage access (“EWA”) originated by national bank, Pathward, N.A., raised over $23M in Series B funding.
The round was led by Upfront Ventures, with participation from existing investors including Thrive Capital.
The company intends to use the funds to expand operations and its development efforts.
Led by CEO and Founder Nico Simko, Clair is a provider of embedded Earned Wage Access (EWA), empowering workforce management and payroll platforms to offer daily pay access to employees at no cost to employers. Supported by its partnership with FDIC-insured national bank Pathward, N.A., it is available at over 29,000 work locations across 29 different industries, increasing retention and financial wellness amid front-line worker shortages.
The company has raised $68.7M in equity funding.
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21/05/2025