Independence Pet Holdings Appoints Munir Hafez as Chief Technology Officer

Veteran technology executive to drive innovation and digital transformation at leading pet insurance and services organization

, /PRNewswire/ -- Independence Pet Holdings (IPH) today announced the appointment of Munir Hafez as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). With more than 30 years of experience aligning IT with business strategy, Hafez will lead the company's technology initiatives and drive transformative growth.

Hafez brings a deep background in digital transformation, software engineering, and cloud technologies, with expertise in delivering next-generation applications across ERP, web, and mobile platforms. He has also successfully implemented agile-at-scale methodologies across diverse programs and teams.

"We are thrilled to welcome Munir to our leadership team," said Kirk Haggard, CEO of Independence Pet Holdings. "His expertise and vision will be instrumental as we continue to enhance our digital infrastructure and drive innovation in pet health."

"Joining Independence Pet Holdings as CTO is an exciting opportunity to lead innovation in the pet health industry," said Munir Hafez, Chief Technology Officer of Independence Pet Holdings. "I look forward to collaborating with our talented team to develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance the lives of pets and their families."

Hafez began his career as a software developer at Siemens and has since held senior leadership roles at Harris, PwC, Deloitte, and EY. Most recently, he served as CIO at TransUnion, overseeing digital technology initiatives for consumers and employees across more than 35 countries.

About Independence Pet Holdings
Established in 2021, Independence Pet Holdings, Inc. is a corporate holding company that manages a diverse and broad portfolio of modern pet health brands and services across insurance, pet education, lost pet recovery services, and beyond throughout North America.

SOURCE Independence Pet Holdings