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Melissa Smith

President & Chief Executive Officer, WEX INC

Search every verified Melissa Smith interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Melissa Smith, chairman, president and CEO of Wex, appeared on the podcast *Inside the Frame* on June 16, 2026, for her third visit. She discussed the Hanover Farmers Market, which she helps organize, and its relocation to Hanover Crossing. Smith described the new location as a "perfect spot" for the market, citing its logistical advantages and the "vibe" created by nearby shops and restaurants. She noted that the first market at the new site was busy and that the location has increased visibility and community engagement. Smith also highlighted that some businesses at Hanover Crossing, such as Pure Barre and Blow Barre, are owned by local independent operators. She encouraged listeners to visit the market's website to apply as vendors or sponsors. The market is scheduled to take place the third Sunday of each month through October, with a possible holiday shop in November and December.

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“In 2022 Shakar and I and the board decided to make a big push and to go all‑in — making AI one of our core strategic points, starting with a customer perspective, educating our employees, and treating AI like security because both information security and AI are foundational to technology companies.”

“WEX is the global B2B fintech company and our purpose is to simplify the business of running business. We have over 600,000 customers globally and behind the scenes we help people get paid and make payments — if you have an HSA or an FSA account we're probably the backbone to that.”

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