Our Leadership
Our leadership team shares decades of industry experience, allowing them to bring expert-level insights to Harlow as it continues to refine and grow. This background has empowered Harlow to rise through the ranks of payment processors, becoming one of the most highly regarded, accessible payment solutions on the market. It’s our pleasure to serve you.
Diego Vazquez
CEO
Mr. Vazquez is a visionary entrepreneur and dynamic leader whose career has been marked by remarkable achievements from a young age. At just 19, he founded and became the CEO of a successful customer service company, laying a strong foundation for his future endeavors. In 2005, he transitioned into the payment processing industry, where he swiftly rose through the ranks to become General Manager across several different divisions of EVO Payments.
Under Mr. Vazquez's leadership, EVO experienced unprecedented growth, processing an astounding $350 billion annually. His influence extended across the company, from spearheading operations as General Manager of EVO Canada to overseeing all U.S. direct sales. His strategic vision and leadership were crucial to EVO's transformation, which culminated in its acquisition by Global Payments for $4 billion in 2023.
Currently, Mr. Vazquez serves as the CEO of Harlow, where he is dedicated to propelling the success of rapidly growing SMBs. His commitment to innovation and excellence drives the continuous enhancement of Harlow’s offerings, ensuring that businesses have the tools they need to excel in a competitive landscape.
Chris Sidhom
President
Mr. Sidhom has harnessed the legacy of his father’s extraordinary achievements in the financial sector to drive innovation and success across multiple ventures. Under his father’s leadership, EVO Payments became a global powerhouse, ranking as the fifth-largest payments company worldwide. The company’s remarkable trajectory culminated in its public offering on Nasdaq in 2018, processing over $350 billion annually and achieving a landmark sale to Global Payments for $4 billion last year. Building on this illustrious foundation, Mr. Sidhom has propelled his own career to new heights.
As the President of Harlow, Mr. Sidhom leverages his extensive industry experience to revolutionize the financial services landscape. Prior to his role at Harlow, he made significant contributions as a partner at the esteemed EPSG, and his expertise extends to high-impact roles in hospitality management, where he managed operations across more than 20 premier hotels and restaurants globally.
In addition to leading Harlow, Mr. Sidhom served as the CEO of Priority Concepts, Inc., where he spearheads initiatives that connect business owners with essential resources. His visionary leadership has enabled businesses across the country to secure over $200 million in ERC tax credits, significantly enhancing their growth and scalability.
Mr. Sidhom’s profound industry insights, honed through his role as a majority shareholder in EVO Payments, have been instrumental in shaping Harlow’s transformative impact since its inception. He remains steadfast in his commitment to driving innovation and success as Harlow continues to expand.
With a career dedicated to advancing both small and large enterprises, Mr. Sidhom stands as a formidable force in the financial services sector, consistently pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
