Everway Names Rick Medlock as Chairman of the Board

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Everway, a global education and workplace technology company, has appointed Rick Medlock as its new Chairman of the Board. Medlock's appointment comes as the company enters a new phase of growth following a series of recent acquisitions, including TeachTown, SpedTrack, Matchware, and Embrace Education.

Medlock brings extensive experience in leading large international technology companies. Most recently, he served as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Worldpay until its merger with Vantiv Inc., having previously held the CFO position at Misys. He also has experience as CFO of Inmarsat plc from 2004 to 2013 and NDS Group plc. Medlock has a proven track record of growing and transforming businesses under private equity ownership, having led three initial public offerings (IPOs) in the US and UK, including Worldpay's own listing on the London Stock Exchange in 2015. He has also advised on numerous exits and acquisitions and disposals.

Medlock's appointment follows the recent appointment of Jill Popelka as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in July. Popelka will lead Everway as it builds on the momentum of its recent acquisitions and aims to become the market leader in education and workplace technology for people with diverse learning needs. Medlock's role will focus on supporting Everway's next phase of growth.

Everway was formed through the merger of Texthelp and n2y, providing solutions that help millions of learners, students, and employees understand and be understood, enabling fuller participation in education, work, and life. The company's solutions span literacy support, special education, workplace productivity, and accessibility across K, 12, higher education, and enterprise markets.

Rick Medlock expressed his enthusiasm for joining Everway at this pivotal moment in its journey.

Sacha Oshry, Partner at Five Arrows, the alternative assets arm of Rothschild & Co, added, "We are delighted to welcome Rick to the Board of Everway. He brings exactly the depth of governance and strategic experience Everway needs as it consolidates its product portfolio and builds on its market-leading position."

Everway has been an investment since 2020 for Five Arrows, and Medlock's appointment is seen as a significant step in the company's strategic direction. With Medlock's expertise, Everway aims to continue its growth trajectory and solidify its position as a leader in the education and workplace technology sectors.