World Acceptance Corporation (NASDAQ: WRLD), headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, announced April 13, 2026, that its board of directors appointed Janet Matricciani as interim president and chief executive officer effective April 13, 2026.

Matricciani’s hiring follows the resignation of R. Chad Prashad as president and CEO and a member of the board to pursue other opportunities. The board has initiated a search to identify a permanent replacement.

“Janet previously served as our CEO and led a period of significant transformation for the Company, implementing systems and improving operations,” said Board Chair Ken Bramlett, Jr. “We are delighted to welcome her back. Her proven leadership, deep knowledge of the business, and track record of driving results make her well suited to guide the Company through this next phase.”

Matricciani brings extensive leadership experience across multiple industries, including financial services, technology-enabled tourism, and education. Since her prior tenure as CEO, she has served in senior executive and advisory roles, with a focus on driving operational improvement and strategic growth.

Founded in 1962, World Acceptance Corporation operates more than 1,000 community-based World Finance branches across 16 states. The company primarily serves a segment of the population that doesn’t have ready access to credit.

Officials say the company strives to work with its customers to understand their broader financial situations, ensure they have the ability and stability to make payments, and help them achieve their financial goals. 

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