Est. 2026
Independent Certification for Alternative Finance
Join the list of funders committed to greater transparency and integrity — backed by independent verification.
Join the list of funders committed to greater transparency and integrity — backed by independent verification.
Our mission is to address a longstanding gap in alternative finance: the lack of clear oversight around how sensitive merchant data is handled. As a result, misuse and theft of that data has become far too common. Secure Funder gives funders a way to stand out as trusted sources for brokers and small business owners.
Visible to a growing network of 200+ brokers using Aquamark, with Secure Broker™ coming soon.
Private investment banks and capital providers support the program, invite our members to inquire.
A public and independent certification status that helps the market identify trusted organizations.
Designed to evolve alongside emerging regulation and compliance so members can stay ahead of change.
Signal your intention to the industry.
90-day grace period to meet requirements.
A program for non-banking funders and lenders.
Some applicants already have safeguards in place. Others use the framework to work toward certified status. The program supports both.
View DirectoryAlternative finance has grown rapidly, but unlike traditional banking, there is no regulatory body overseeing how organizations handle sensitive information. As a result, misuse of data has become a serious and persistent problem in the industry.
With nearly 20 years in alternative finance, Christina brings deep operational experience to the Secure Funder program — from ISO operations and funder relationships to the day-to-day realities of how merchant data moves through the industry. She founded Aquamark to address the data security challenges she witnessed firsthand, and created Secure Funder to give the industry a practical framework for self-governance.
For funders of all sizes.
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Listed as "Applied" — signaling your commitment.
Complete verification within 90 days.
Directory status updated and program announcement.
Join the organizations helping strengthen trust in alternative finance.
