Embracing Growth: A Leadership Transition at TapNPay+

TapNPay+ is proud to welcome Kiana Laurin as the new Chief Executive Officer as Michael Thomas transitions into a Founder/Board Member role. 

We believe every purchase has the power to make an impact. Our journey over the past six years has proven just how transformative that belief can be.

Today, we’re excited to share an important milestone in our story: Michael Thomas, our founder who has served as CEO of TapNPay+, is officially stepping down from his day-to-day role and transitioning into Founder and Board Member, while expanding his role as Managing Partner at Lemonade V.C.

This leadership transition marks both a celebration of how far we’ve come and a strategic step toward where we’re headed next.

A Mission Born from Purpose

When TapNPay+ launched in May 2019, it was with one bold idea: to harness the buying power of fans and families to create real, sustainable impact for athletes, their families and the causes they care about.

Mike’s vision was to provide everyday supporters with unlimited instant cash back on their purchases from major brands, while automatically channeling a portion of those earnings to the organizations they care about. No selling. No door knocking. Just everyday spending turned into everyday support.

That vision resonated. Over time, TapNPay+ evolved from a powerful concept into a national platform, partnering with over 300 national merchants while providing thousands of supporters an opportunity to turn shopping into a seamless stream of support.

A Culture of Innovation and Opportunity

At the heart of TapNPay+ is a commitment to simplicity, connection, and impact. Under Mike’s leadership, the team built a platform that’s easy to use and therefore easy to love.

Mike was often inspired by the saying: “Being the CEO of a startup is just focusing on Change Equals Opportunity.” That mindset defined his leadership, allowing him to embrace agility, nurture a team-first culture, and constantly iterate to meet the real needs of our partners.

Today, TapNPay+ offers a full-service platform where K12 schools and youth sports organizations receive custom-branded dashboards and ongoing marketing support. It’s a model that delivers results, without requiring the time, selling, or burnout that comes with traditional support efforts.

What's Next for TapNPay+

With Mike stepping into a strategic advisory role, our leadership team is more energized than ever to drive the next phase of TapNPay+.

We’re thrilled to announce that Kiana Laurin will be stepping into the role of Chief Executive Officer at TapNPay+.

Kiana is a bold, mission-driven entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in strategic leadership and human development. Her approach is built on candid communication, strong strategy, and a relentless focus on results. 

Kiana’s vision aligns perfectly with our mission to make everyday support simple, seamless, and powerful. With her at the helm, we’re doubling down on innovation, user engagement, and partner success.

Our goals remain clear:

• Grow our network of national brand partners

• Empower more organizations with effortless, sustainable support models

• Elevate the supporter experience with new, intuitive app features

• Continue delivering maximum cash back and maximum impact

We’re building on a strong foundation, with bold plans ahead, thanks to the guidance of our new CEO.

Join Us on the Journey

As Kiana steps in as CEO, and Mike transitions into his new role as Founder & Board Member, we’re entering a new era of momentum and mission-driven growth. We are passionate about keeping kids in sports and supporting academic, arts, and athletic programs, everyday!

With strategy at the forefront, and impact at the heart, TapNPay+ is more committed than ever to helping communities turn everyday purchases into powerful, continuous impact.

If you're part of an organization looking to earn more support through everyday actions, there's never been a better time to start.

Learn more about working with TapNPay+: https://www.tapnpayplus.com/contact-us