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John Scully

John Scully, CEO

John Scully is a seasoned executive leader with a unique blend of business operations and technology expertise. With a proven track record in software development and program management, John has successfully driven growth and achieved success in various industries, including healthcare and fintech. As the Co-Founder of Paidly Student Loan Benefits, John is at the forefront of empowering employers to enhance their talent recruitment and retention strategies through a cloud-based platform. By enabling employers to make potentially tax-free payments towards employee student loans, Paidly improves the financial wellness of employees and reduces productivity loss associated with unfilled positions, new employee onboarding, training, and recruitment.

In addition to his role at Paidly, John has held leadership positions at companies such as Sharp Notions, LLC and the University of Rochester Medical Center, where he developed and implemented innovative project management strategies that supported business growth and success. John's expertise in managing project portfolios, fostering collaboration, and delivering exceptional customer service has made him a trusted authority in the industry.

With a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Rochester - Simon Business School and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Excelsior College, John combines his technical expertise with a deep understanding of business principles. He is also actively involved in volunteer work, supporting organizations like Greece Storm Lacrosse with event staffing, marketing, and consultation.

John Scully's comprehensive knowledge and experience make him a valuable resource for employers and individuals seeking to navigate the complexities of Fintech especially student loan payments. Whether it's developing innovative solutions, driving business growth, or promoting financial wellness, John is committed to empowering organizations and individuals to achieve their goals.

Recent Articles From John

Maximizing Your Total Rewards Budget
4 min read

Maximizing Your Total Rewards Budget

How to offset stagnant wages with tax-advantaged benefits – making a 1% raise feel like 3%.

John Scully, CEOJohn Scully, CEO Jul 09, 2026
How the Big Beautiful Bill Affects Student Savings
5 min read

How the Big Beautiful Bill Affects Student Savings

OBBBA expanded 529 plan uses, made ABLE provisions permanent, and introduced Trump Accounts. Here’s what you need to know.

John Scully, CEOJohn Scully, CEO Jun 24, 2026
How the One Big Beautiful Bill Affects Student Borrowers
5 min read

How the One Big Beautiful Bill Affects Student Borrowers

OBBBA is reshaping federal student loans through reduced repayment plans, tighter hardship protections, and new borrowing caps. Here’s what you need to know.

John Scully, CEOJohn Scully, CEO Jun 18, 2026
The SAVE Plan is Ending. Here’s Why Employers Need to Act.
4 min read

The SAVE Plan is Ending. Here’s Why Employers Need to Act.

The end of the SAVE Plan means your most educated employees may be facing hundreds in extra student loan expenses each month. Learn how tax-free benefits can keep them from closing the gap elsewhere.

John Scully, CEOJohn Scully, CEO Jun 03, 2026
The Importance of College Savings: An Open Letter to My Kids About 529s
5 min read

The Importance of College Savings: An Open Letter to My Kids About 529s

What I want my kids to know about their 529 savings plans.

John Scully, CEOJohn Scully, CEO May 20, 2026
Who's Going to Take Care of Our Mental Health Workers?
6 min read

Who's Going to Take Care of Our Mental Health Workers?

Federal student loan policy is making it harder to become a mental health worker. We need to do something about it.

John Scully, CEOJohn Scully, CEO May 06, 2026
What is Loud Budgeting?
6 min read

What is Loud Budgeting?

Learn how “loud budgeting” can help you reach your financial goals, especially when it comes to paying down student loans or building 529 college savings.

John Scully, CEOJohn Scully, CEO Apr 22, 2026
The Real Talk on Student Loans: An Open Letter to My Kids
6 min read

The Real Talk on Student Loans: An Open Letter to My Kids

Here’s what I want my kids to know about taking on student debt: how it really works, what it truly costs, and why you need to stay in control of it.

John Scully, CEOJohn Scully, CEO Apr 08, 2026
The 30-Year Trap: OBBBA is About to Make Student Loan Benefits Your Most Important Retention Tool
3 min read

The 30-Year Trap: OBBBA is About to Make Student Loan Benefits Your Most Important Retention Tool

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is about to change federal student loans – and your employees are going to feel it. Learn how you can boost your benefits package to keep your brightest staff.

John Scully, CEOJohn Scully, CEO Mar 25, 2026