Kirk Sanford (born December 31, 1966) is an American entrepreneur and business executive known for his work in the financial sector, gaming industry, and healthcare. He is the founder and chief executive officer of the Longevity Medical Institute in San José del Cabo, Mexico, which focuses on regenerative medicine and anti-aging therapies.
Sanford is also a co-founder and former chief executive officer of Sightline Payments, a financial technology company specializing in cashless payment solutions for the gaming and sports betting industries. Earlier in his career, he was president and chief executive officer of Global Cash Access Inc. (later Everi Holdings).
Career
Global Cash Access / Everi Holdings (1995–2007)
Sanford co-founded Global Cash Access (GCA) in 1995 and became president and chief executive officer in 1999. Under his leadership, the company acquired Central Credit in 1999 and Innoventry in 2000, expanding its role in casino financial services. In 2004 he directed a $435 million leveraged buyout, followed by a 2005 initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange valued at $1.2 billion.[1]