Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT), the Detroit-based fintech platform company specializing in mortgage, real estate, and other financial services, has recently made significant appointments to its Board of Directors, reinforcing the company's fintech and AI-driven vision. Alex Rampell, General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, renowned for his expertise in fintech investments, has joined the Board as an independent director. Rampell's notable entrepreneurial ventures include co-founding Affirm, a prominent 'buy-now-pay-later' company that went public in 2021, and TrialPay, a transactional advertising and payments company acquired by Visa in 2015. He is recognized for his advocacy of responsible AI use and its transformative potential in the financial services industry. Dan Gilbert, Founder and Chairman of Rocket Companies, emphasized Rampell's unique perspective and vast experience in technology, finance, and emerging trends. Additionally, Varun Krishna, CEO of Rocket Companies, became a member of the Board in December 2023, bringing over 20 years of fintech experience. The additions of Rampell and Krishna significantly enhance Rocket Companies' product and fintech expertise, aligning with the company's mission of AI-driven homeownership. With Rampell's vision and influence, the company aims to simplify the process of buying, selling, and financing homes by leveraging AI tools and vast data analytics.

Rampell's deep involvement in the tech industry extends beyond his role at Rocket Companies, as he serves on the boards of various Andreessen Horowitz portfolio companies. He holds a BA in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science from Harvard University. Established in 1985, Rocket Companies is a Detroit-based fintech platform company comprising a suite of personal finance and consumer technology brands, including Rocket Mortgage, Rocket Homes, Amrock, Rocket Money, Rocket Loans, Rocket Mortgage Canada, Lendesk, Core Digital Media, and Rocket Connections. They provide simple, fast, and trusted digital solutions to help clients attain homeownership and financial freedom. Rocket Mortgage has been honored with the top ranking in client satisfaction by J. D. Power for primary mortgage origination and servicing a total of 21 times. For more details, please visit the Rocket Companies Website or Investor Relations Website.