EasyKnock Announces Appointment of Dennis Johnson to Board of Directors

Johnson joins EasyKnock’s mission to provide more financial flexibility to American homeowners

EasyKnock, the first technology-enabled residential sale-leaseback platform, today announced the appointment of Dennis Johnson to the EasyKnock Board of Directors.

Bringing more than 40 years of experience in transformational executive leadership and corporate governance experience to EasyKnock, Johnson has successfully led strategy, executive mentoring and new market development for various organizations. His leadership has historically improved cultural alignment, financial performance and value creation for stakeholders.

“We are immensely fortunate to welcome Dennis Johnson to EasyKnock’s Board of Directors,” said Jarred Kessler, CEO and Founder of EasyKnock. “His background and leadership will be an invaluable asset to the company as we continue the mission to develop the first industry marketplace.”

Johnson currently serves on the Audit, Nominating & Governance, Contracts and Investment Review Committees for the Voya Mutual Funds Board of Directors, on the advisory board of Siren FX, and as a consultant to Leap AI, Inc. He has served on 31 Boards and 23 Board Committees to-date, experience including Glass Lewis & Company, Texas Industries previously listed on the New York Stock Exchange, Securities and Exchange Commission Investor Advisory Committee, Council of Institutional Investors Board of Directors and Virginia Military Institute Board of Visitors.

“As EasyKnock is addressing the trapped equity crisis head-on, I am thrilled to contribute my expertise,” said Dennis Johnson. “I’m proud to take part in the company’s quest to better serve American homeowners and provide them with the financial solutions they need and deserve.”

EasyKnock is ushering a new chapter into the real estate industry by revolutionizing the space through innovative and accessible residential sale-leaseback programs that help customers reach their financial goals without having to increase their debt or leave the homes they know and love. The company's growing board of directors will continue to steer EasyKnock to lead the industry as the first platform to offer customers alternative solutions to buy and sell, finance new homes and utilize their equity in one place.

About EasyKnock

EasyKnock is the first-to-market, technology-enabled residential sale-leaseback company in the U.S. Through innovative and accessible solutions, American homeowners who sell their property to EasyKnock can remain in their homes as renters while still getting the cash they need to pursue their financial goals. Headquartered in New York City and founded in 2016, EasyKnock has team members nationwide working to help homeowners unlock their financial freedom through non-loan programs so they can pay off debts, buy their dream home, fund a venture, and more - all while maintaining the ability to stay in their homes and communities. For more information, please visit www.easyknock.com.

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