PublicSquare Announces Partnership with Credova, the Leading Buy Now Pay Later Solution for the Parallel Economy

Partnership Implements Credova Technology into PublicSquare Marketplace and Expands Second Amendment Access for Consumers

First Step in Building the Uncancellable Payment Ecosystem for the Parallel Economy

PSQ Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: PSQH) (“PublicSquare,” “the Company”), a leading marketplace of patriotic businesses and consumers, and Credova Inc. (“Credova”), a point-of-sale financing platform providing Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) solutions catered to the outdoor recreation and firearms industries, today announced they have agreed to a partnership that will implement Credova BNPL technology into the PublicSquare platform. The partnership will provide PublicSquare access to Credova’s approximately 2.8 million customers and 4,000 values-aligned vendors and provides the first step in PublicSquare's efforts to build an uncancellable payment ecosystem for the parallel economy. The partnership is expected to launch during the second quarter of 2024.

Michael Seifert, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of PublicSquare, commented, “Our partnership with Credova is an important next step in the maturation of the PublicSquare ecosystem and helps solidify the parallel economy's economic engine. The partnership supercharges the PublicSquare platform with an immediate customer value proposition, plus immediate access to Credova’s formidable client base, particularly in the firearms, recreational, and personal defense industries. Through the integration of the capabilities of Credova’s Buy Now Pay Later payments technology, we open the door for both our consumers and merchants to explore sales and financing opportunities that may have been previously unavailable. Further, this partnership ensures that purchases in the PublicSquare marketplace remain secure from cancellations, helping to protect Second Amendment rights, a crucial and necessary safeguard for the parallel economy. We are excited for our partnership with the excellence-driven Credova team.”

Credova Highlights

  • Credova is the leading BNPL solution for the firearms industry
  • Exclusive partnerships with over 60% of the top online shooting sports retailers
  • Over 2.8 million customers
  • More than 4,000 values-aligned vendor relationships

Dusty Wunderlich, Chief Executive Officer of Credova, commented, “We are eager to embark on this journey with PublicSquare, confident in the value creation we unlock together. This is a transformative moment for Credova, solidifying our belief that the future of commerce lies in the integration of marketplaces with innovative payment solutions. This alliance propels Credova to the forefront of the parallel economy, giving us a differentiated strategic advantage in the competitive BNPL landscape. This not only broadens our market reach but also provides unprecedented financial flexibility to PublicSquare customers, safeguarding their purchases from cancellation in the process. We look forward to serving great American businesses and patriotic consumers for years to come with the great people at PublicSquare."

About PublicSquare

PublicSquare is an app and website that connects patriotic Americans to high-quality businesses that share their values, both online and in their local communities. The primary mission of the platform is to help consumers “shop their values” and put purpose behind their purchases. In just over one year since its nationwide launch, PublicSquare has seen tremendous growth and proven to the nation that the parallel, “patriotic” economy can be a major force in commerce. The platform has approximately 71,000 businesses from a variety of different industries and approximately 1.6 million consumer members. Additionally, PublicSquare leverages data and insights from the platform to assess its members’ needs and provide quality wholly-owned products, such as EveryLife diapers and wipes, to fill those needs. PublicSquare is free to join for both consumers and business owners alike, and to learn more, download the app on the App Store or Google Play, or visit PublicSquare.com.

About Credova

Credova offers industry-leading buy now, pay later (BNPL) solutions, empowering consumers with flexible payment options and driving substantial growth for merchants. As a pioneer in the BNPL sector, Credova enables flexible purchasing of items such as firearms, ammunition, and shooting sports accessories, both online and in brick-and-mortar locations. Deeply committed to preserving American freedoms, Credova effortlessly bridges the gap between aspiration and ownership, making essential and leisure items more accessible. Dedicated to nurturing the adventurous American spirit, Credova enriches lives with transparent, adaptable payment solutions, epitomizing a commitment to financial empowerment and traditional values.

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