Property Finder Appoints Monzo's Fernando Fanton as CPO

Property Finder, the top real estate platform in the MENA region, has welcomed Fernando Fanton as its new Chief Product Officer (CPO). In this leadership role, he will be responsible for shaping and advancing the company’s product vision across the Group, with a strong emphasis on innovation and enhancing the experience for both users and partners.

Strengthening Leadership to Fuel Growth

The addition of Fanton represents a major step forward for Property Finder’s executive team. His appointment highlights the company’s commitment to accelerating its growth, reinforcing its ambition to lead the regional market with world-class products and services.

A Blend of Technical Expertise and Strategic Vision

Fanton brings a unique mix of deep technical know-how and seasoned leadership experience. His career has spanned some of the world’s most forward-thinking companies. He joins Property Finder at a time of rapid expansion, as the company doubles down on its mission to revolutionize the property search experience through trust, talent, and technology.

“We are delighted to welcome Fernando to Property Finder,” said Michael Lahyani, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Property Finder. “His experience in scaling digital products globally, paired with his customer-first mindset and passion for innovation, make him an incredible asset and addition to the business as we continue to build a lighthouse tech company in the region. Fernando will play a vital role in accelerating our growth and shaping the future of real estate in the region, underlining our purpose to change living for good in the region.”

Proven Track Record in Global Tech Firms

Before joining Property Finder, Fanton served as CPO at Monzo, the UK’s digital banking leader, where he oversaw product development during a phase of intense growth. His past roles include senior leadership positions at Rappi, JustEat, and Elsevier. He started his career as a software engineer at Microsoft in Seattle. Fanton’s work across the UK, US, South Korea, Colombia, and Argentina gives him a valuable global outlook.

“I'm thrilled to join Property Finder at such a dynamic time for both the company and the region’s tech ecosystem,” said Fernando Fanton. “The opportunity to help millions of people across MENA find a home and to do it by building intuitive, tech-driven experiences is something I’m incredibly passionate about. I look forward to working with the talented teams here at Property Finder and to continue setting new standards for the real estate industry.”

Educational Background and Expertise

Fanton holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering and Computer Science from Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires, and an MBA with a focus in Finance and Marketing from The Wharton School. His academic background complements his extensive professional experience.

Reaffirming Property Finder’s Commitment to Innovation

This appointment reflects Property Finder’s ongoing dedication to investing in both technology and talent. By bringing leaders like Fanton on board, the company continues to push toward its purpose: transforming the way people live across the region.