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01 Mar 2022
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Akita Somani, Global Programme Lead at Buy Now Pay Later, Point of Sale Lending Globally for US Bank.
00:18:45
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is delighted welcome back Akita Somani, Global Programme Lead at Buy Now Pay Later, Point of Sale Lending Globally for US Bank.
Akita brings her inspiring work, advice, and experience to the show, sharing impressive updates on recent changes in the wider industry, and the exciting steps you can take to overcome any barriers faced along the way. Telling us about her new role, Akita offers us an eye-opening take on how she is driving the way forward in terms of impact in the DEI space.
We are inspired by the brilliance of different transitions, learning insights and a range of perspectives throughout this episode, and Akita's plans for real tangible action to walk the talk for change is truly infectious!
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Loyce Witherspoon, Head of Community & Belonging at Your Juno
00:32:22
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is delighted welcome Loyce Witherspoon, Head of Community & Belonging at Your Juno.
Loyce sits down with Nadia to talk about what Your Juno is doing to break the taboo of money and to encourage women and non-binary people to re-learn the topic of money in a safe, judgement-free space.
"Juno is really trying to disrupt Money in the same way that Duolingo disrupted Languages and make it fun, engaging and in a personalised way to learn about the A-Z when it comes to personal finances." – Loyce
There’s some real stand out learns here; the opposing concept around money and wealth for men and women; abundance and scarcity... it's a very interesting episode.
Nadia's Humans of FinTech Podcast | Cristian Mandachescu, Chief Risk Officer at iCreditWorks
00:10:05
On our latest episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast, Nadia is joined by Cristian Mandachescu, Chief Risk Officer at iCreditWorks.
iCreditWorks is a FinTech startup that wants to change how consumers access finance or medical services at the point of care. Cristian is working towards making banking and finances more accessible for the every day consumer no matter their situation in their career or personal life.
"I realised that while society was changing fast, banking was slow to adjust and keep pace with the evolving needs and wants of the modern consumers. I decided to join the FinTech space where the ability to respond to – and even anticipate – consumer needs is literally a matter of life and death."
Reflecting on his past career and being appointed executive sponsor of the diversity committee at Scotiabank, Cristian addresses the key to real, long-lasting success in inclusion; commitment from both the leadership of the institution and the employees directly impacted.
"To me, for inclusion to truly succeed, we first have to be aware of our biases. Without awareness, there is just habit."
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Megan Dunford, Group Leader for Strategic Planning at Western Union
00:19:16
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast series, Nadia is joined by the wonderful Megan Dunford, Group Leader for Strategic Planning at Western Union.
We gain an exclusive insight into the fantastic Women@WU initiative, a passion project for Megan that entrenches more inclusive practices across a global organisation. Her work with this group complements her belief in approaching problems collectively, as opposed to letting individuals deal with challenges alone.
Megan also guides us through a fascinating conversation around perceptions. We are forced to take a step back and ask, are our often unconscious gender bias's affecting the way we view and interact with people. Take time to reflect internally, explore the wider picture, and better yourself- an action which will undoubtedly positively impact the entire organisation and industry.
The Families of FinTech Podcast | Layla White, CEO and Founder of TechPassport
00:23:04
We are delighted to bring you a new episode of the industry-defining series, The Families of FinTech Podcast. And this time Nadia is joined by Layla White, CEO and Founder of TechPassport.
An eye-opening point of discussion throughout this episode is the importance of the right environment throughout the maternity and paternity journey. This may mean flexible working hours or WFH allowances, but it can also just mean being surrounded by an empathetic team that is understanding of your new chapter in life.
Layla has witnessed first-hand how detrimental the wrong working environment can be. Limiting opportunities and heightening the sense of parental guilt, a lack of support impacts the present and the future.
With a clear call to action to transform the industry for the now and for future generations, Layla delivers tangible points of action for us all to adopt on this episode of The Maternity and Paternity Stories of Fintech.
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Dr. Melissa Sassi, Chief Penguin at IBM
00:27:09
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is delighted to be joined by the brilliant Dr. Melissa Sassi, Chief Penguin at IBM.
Chief Penguin? Not your typical job title but one that captures a fantastic, impactful role. Dr. Melissa's work is re-shaping our industry for the better, calling on the innovative mindsets of an expansive breadth of people (including Grammy Award Winning Artists!). And coupled with her vibrant, dynamic personality, she is making waves across a once traditional sector.
It hasn't always been straightforward for Dr. Melissa. We trace her fascinating career story, exploring pivotal moments of acceptance that it's OK to not know everything. Embrace your knowledge gaps, be honest about them- because this is the way to take the next step forwards.
Dr. Melissa also does extensive work to equip the next generation with the tools they need to continue the changemaking work she does. Driving her own personal initiatives to #walkthetalk for change, this episode gives us all the boost we need to affect positive change for the now and for the future.
Nadia's Humans of Fintech Podcast | Christiana Imafidon
00:20:18
In the first of our Humans of FinTech series, Nadia Edwards-Dashti is joined by Christiana Imafidon, renowned technologist.
In this episode, Nadia and Christiana talk at length about how Christiana has paved the way in the Blockchain community. With an innate talent and aptitude for industry innovation, this episode is a masterclass in technological brilliance.
Chistiana shares her story of how she got to where she is today and the challenges she has overcome to get there. No professional journey is ever linear, but Christiana's perseverance has paid off and delivered unparalleled change to an industry that demands it.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Leda Glyptis, Chief Client Officer at 10x Banking
00:24:31
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia welcomes back the incredible self-confessed 'FinTech Nerd', Leda Glyptis, Chief Client Officer at 10x Banking.
Leda describes 10x's mission as creating the technology that bankers wish they had; which not only propels a banker's ambitions for digital transformation but allows them to be 10 X better for their customers, their stakeholders, their communities and the societies they are part of.
"10x is a cloud native core banking system… we are offering our answer to what a bank would need in order to be able to provide a truly digital estate, truly digital capabilities and make the most of everything that we’ve been talking about as part of the FinTech wave in the last 15 years."
The pair continue to discuss the significance in diversity of perspectives within businesses. Leda stresses the key difference in agreeing with the need for diversity in principle and actually taking tangible action. This episode includes valuable, evidence-backed lessons that you can take and turn into real change.
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Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Flora Stirling and Mittal Shah of FINBOURNE Technology
00:20:42
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is delighted to be joined by Flora Stirling, Sales Operations Analyst, and Mittal Shah, Head of External Communications, of FINBOURNE Technology.
The fantastic work FINBOURNE Technology is doing to transform the industry is explored by Flora and Mittal in this episode, showcasing how they are empowering firms and bettering their ability to leverage data.
Being released on International Women's Day, this episode and its conversation around women in the financial services space carries great significance. Flora and Mittal share how we can all #breakthebias, emphasising the culture at FINBOURNE Technology and the mindsets and approaches that can empower everyone.
Thank you Mittal and Flora for walking the talk with us on The DEI Discussions.
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Isabel Pitt, Head of Core Services at Zopa
00:22:35
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is delighted to be joined by Isabel Pitt, Head of Core Services at Zopa.
Isabel brings her work life approach to the show as she touches on subjects around setting people up to thrive in the workplace. Isabel highlights the importance of communication, awareness, transparency, authenticity and recognition when creating a successful workplace where people want to work. The pair offer us an eye-opening take on diversity and how we can achieve an inclusive professional environment.
Thank you Isabel for joining us on the show and sharing your passion for walking the talk!
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Sophia Grami, CEO & Co-Founder of Synswap
00:16:14
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is joined by the Co-Founder and CEO of Synswap, Sophia Grami.
This episode is a fascinating discussion between two women who have each become successes in predominantly male environments. We explore the measures we can all adopt to address the gender imbalance in FinTech, and empower more of our female and non-binary peers to pursue roles once deemed inaccessible.
Walk The Talk Special Episode with Felicitas Coulibaly of Mambu
00:15:00
Welcome to a very special episode of our #WalkTheTalk mini series! Today, Nadia is delighted to be joined by the fantastic Felicitas Coulibaly, Senior Manager of Digital Sales and Cultural Ambassador at Mambu.
In this conversation, the pair discuss what it means to build safe and secure workplaces for everyone. Felicitas makes light of the importance of representation of different people, especially in the male-dominated world of tech sales. Addressing the advantage and privilege of having good leaders in her career journey, Felicitas makes it clear that she is determined for her team to feel they can express themselves freely "without shame or fear."
"At the end of the day we are a sales company, we need to make some numbers, bring in some revenue. How is that going to work if the people working for you aren’t happy, healthy or feeling secure?"
The pair then talk about what it means to walk the talk in a noisy, yet somehow lonely, world of social media and encourage us to listen to learn. For this special episode, we ask you to talk, but talk with intent, let's really listen, let's really understand one another before jumping to conclusions.
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Nadia's Human of Fintech Podcast | Jamie Ovenden, Group CTO at Schroders
00:20:39
On this episode of the Human's of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is delighted to be joined by Jamie Ovenden, Group CTO at Schroders.
Jamie brings to this episode clear, reflective insights into how large, global firms can commit to DE&I on a large scale; and it starts with the individual.
Sharing his personal experiences with paternity leave, inclusive hiring and career development, Jamie exposes us to the multi-faceted approach needed to embed diversity into organisations.
His work at Schroders is astounding, and it has had an impact across the entire firm. As an ally, father and technology expert, Jamie brings more to his role that typically expected in the financial services space.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Claudia Smith, COO and Co-Founder at APLYiD
00:19:54
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is delighted welcome Claudia Smith, COO and Co-Founder at APLYiD.
As a co-founder, serial entrepreneur and RegTech expert, Claudia has truly made her mark across the industry. Claudia brings an unmatched dynamism to the show that allows us to explore the exciting story of APLYiD in exclusive detail. We also address the challenges Claudia faced and set out to overcome, acknowledging the hurdles entrepreneurs face. But Claudia also sheds a positive light on the 'lightbulb' moment for APLYiD and her current role highlighting the market and what more we should all be doing for inclusion.
Walk The Talk Special Episode with Magdalena Thurin of LiFT
00:22:23
On this special episode of The DEI Discussions, we #walkthetalk with Magdalena Thurin, Co-Founder of LiFT.
Magdalena's business strategy revolves around the ethos of unlocking innovation potential. It should be a mindset integrated into every business agenda, and is key to entrenching your vision.
As Magdalena stresses, you can be limited by your vision so it is crucial you create a culture that supports limitless ambition.
The growth and development of LiFT has been nothing short of brilliant, and Magdalena highlights how important the aggregation of inclusive and diverse thoughts is when starting a firm. International critique leads to a well-rounded product, reflective of a multitude of views.
Key take-away: remove the blinkers, expand your horizon, and unlock your potential to #walkthetalk for change.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Kelly Jackon, Chief People Officer at Luno
00:32:40
Welcome back to another episode of Women of FinTech where today, Nadia is joined by the fantastic Kelly Jackson, Chief People Officer at Luno.
As an award-winning CPO for Luno, Kelly sits on the senior leadership team with a global remit. She is strategic partner to the CEO, the board and the senior team, contributing to the overall strategy and translating this into a pragmatic people strategy using design thinking.
In this episode, Kelly illustrates the contrast of the west's perception of crypto as an investment game in comparison to other countries – i.e. those who might have a corrupt government or have a high inflation rate etc. – who view crypto as a stable, secure system of payment.
Kelly highlights Luno's mission to de-centralise finance and teach people the power of crypto and the blockchain. Their educational approach to digital assets aims to empower individuals, no matter where they are in the world, to take control of their wealth.
Finally, Kelly touches on the challenges she faced as a single parent and how it shaped her into an empathetic leader determined to support all individuals, however their personal situations may impact their jobs.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Anu Adedoyin Adasolum, Co-Founder & CEO at Sabi
00:15:24
Welcome back to another episode of Women of FinTech. Today, Nadia is delighted to be joined by the incredible Anu Adedoyin Adasolum, Co-Founder and CEO at Sabi.
Sabi provides a technology platform that enables and empowers the most underserved merchants in the world. Their commerce infrastructure enables agents, merchants, wholesalers, aggregators, distributors and manufacturers to grow their businesses using Sabi’s technology rails.
In this conversation, Anu sheds light on how people are excluded and locked-out of financial opportunities from their pasts or from a lack of financial education in their upbringing. She shares what Sabi are doing to help those people.
Anu is passionate about her teams and that resonates throughout this entire episode. "In the end, a business is just the people that work in it. You could build the fanciest tech you wanted to but if the team wasn’t working the right way, you’d be done."
Walk The Talk Special Episode with Jeni Trice of Get with the Program
00:12:29
On this week's #WalkTheTalk special episode, Nadia is joined by Jeni "Professor" Trice, CEO, Founder and Chief Coding Adventurer at Get with the Program.
This fantastic initiative aims to inspire the tech innovators of the future with exciting live and virtual theatre-in-education events in schools. Jeni uses her 25 years within the I.T. consultancy and tech world to turn these concepts of computational thinking into fun and engaging adventures while dressed as a professor and helped by a robot.
In their conversation, the pair discuss the importance of representation for young girls who are interested in computer science. Jeni believes the more girls see female representation in tech, the more they will feel empowered to take it up without judgement from their male peers.
Jeni also shares how you can make the difference and walk the talk for our future generations.
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Daniela Binatti, Co-Founder of Pismo
00:14:27
Do you understand your position and influence in your marketplace?
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is joined by Daniela Binatti, Co-Founder of Pismo- and they explore just how conscious we are of our industry responsibilities.
Having just undergone a successful round of funding (over $100m secured!), Daniela shares the exciting next steps for Pismo. What does their global growth look like? How do they ensure a geographically diverse team are all brought on the same journey?
Daniela also brings us an honest and personal take on mental health in the workplace. As an impassioned advocate, she shares her own journey and reveals why it is so important for the entire industry that we share our experiences- and thus reflections and support.
We also delve into a central topic in DE&I: unconscious bias. How aware are you of your position in your firm and in your industry?
Thank you Daniela for joining us on the show- it's a truly fantastic episode!
Walk The Talk Special Episode with Diana Paredes, CEO & Co-founder at Suade Labs
00:27:54
On this special episode of The DEI Discussions, we #walkthetalk with Diana Paredes, CEO & Co-founder at Suade Labs.
Diana joins Nadia to discuss the exciting things that Suade Labs have been up to recently, focusing on team effort, amazing people and the impressive culture they have.
With 'learn, lead, laugh and love' being key drivers of the company's success, Diana shares how being part of a virtual reality and scaling can have its limitations when it comes to DEI -so embedding it in the way you communicate is vital.
Diana's passion for inclusion shines through during this episode, and as a female founder she highlights her key inspiration from both men and women on important tangible action. We explore what more companies can do to be more inclusive, as well as discuss recent perspectives on women equality and motherhood.
This is a brilliant episode packed with key insights and lessons- thank you Diana for joining us on the show!
Walk The Talk Special Episode with Laura Rofe, Strategic Partnerships Manager at PPRO
00:22:21
On this special episode of The DEI Discussions, we #walkthetalk with Laura Rofe, Strategic Partnerships Manager at PPRO.
Laura's passion shines through during this episode as she tells Nadia what she does for diversity, equity and inclusion with a strong focus on support and successfully advocating for others.
We explore the world of mentoring different communities, programmes, succession planning, recruitment and explain how to be part of an organisation that can grow and drive key change.
Laura also shares how we can find a mentor, become a mentee, the benefits and why encouraging individuals to grow and learn will have outstanding long term rewards.
This is an insightful conversation packed with actionable advice and stories, thank you Laura for joining us!
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Emma Ward, UK Sales Development Manager at Tipalti
00:15:47
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is joined by the fantastic Emma Ward, UK Sales Development Manager at Tipalti.
Delving into Emma's passion on the power of STRs and the importance of inclusion within the space, we gain an exciting introduction to herself and the impressive work Tipalti do.
From growing her own team, mentoring, and coaching to the extraordinary growth of one of the biggest FinTechs in the world, this conversation really is an exclusive insight into some big achievements.
As Emma states, your workplace should be an open forum to discuss diversity and inclusion - a key theme throughout this podcast. We explore the amazing community groups Tipalti have put together which allow people to express themselves in a safe space.
Thank you Emma for joining us on the show, it is a fantastic conversation brimming with actions we can all benefit from adopting in our own organisations.
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Suzanne Lock, CEO of EOSE
00:15:22
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is joined by Suzanne Lock, CEO of EOSE.
This is a brilliant discussion that puts industry accessibility at the fore. A diverse talent pipeline is not yet the norm in FinTech- how do we change this? From peer mentoring schemes to shifting our understanding of qualifications, Suzanne offers us a playbook of actionable steps we can take to make FinTech a space for everyone.
Suzanne also reminds us that everyone should feel empowered to enact change. Our experiences, background and perceptions offer us a unique chance to reinvent what this industry looks like- and inspire a new generation of previously unrepresented talent.
Thank you Suzanne for joining us on the show- this is a truly eye-opening episode of the Women of Fintech Podcast.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Sanja Kon, CEO of Utrust
00:14:11
On today's episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast, Nadia is joined in person by Sanja Kon, CEO of Utrust.
Sharing her career journey from joining a graduate programme at Vodafone, to working for large organisations such as PayPal, Sanja details how she joined Utrust and their mission to make global payments more accessible and seamless for all.
Sanja expresses her passion for true financial inclusion and whether or not traditional companies are actually solving the rising issue.
"Today, with blockchain and crypto, just with a device and internet connection, you can participate in the global trade, while we have 2 billion people that are excluded from banking and traditional systems."
The pair then discuss the importance of providing equal opportunities for all prospective candidates with an aim to build diverse teams more organically.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Susanne Hannestad, CEO at Fintech Mundi
00:18:58
Welcome back to another episode of the Women of FinTech podcast. This week, Nadia is joined by the fantastic Susanne Hannestad, CEO at Fintech Mundi.
Susanne is an Experienced International Executive and Board Director in the industries of Financial Services, Financial Technology, Financial Inclusion, Cards, Payments and Insurance.
In this episode, Susanne touches on how her Nordic upbringing taught her the power of collaboration; "With a Nordic culture, collaboration is a key thing, we are small countries, all of us, we are less than 35 million all together… the community and the hubs are closer, more intimate, so having a network is key to collaboration."
The pair also discuss the significance of female representation and empowering young women to join the FinTech industry.
Nadia's Humans of FinTech Podcast | Simon Sear, Innovation and Transformation Consultant
00:13:22
Welcome back to another episode of the Humans of FinTech. This week, Nadia is thrilled to welcome Simon Sear, Innovation and Transformation Consultant, to the show.
Simon is a seasoned Innovation, Change and Transformation leader and joins Nadia today to discuss what actions leaders can take to build truly inclusive, thriving workplaces.
Describing his career as "three acts", Simon leads us through his personal journey from a Psychology degree, to leading innovation across large organisations, to today. Simon's vast career has exposed him to the realities of building and leading diverse teams.
While a psychology background helped him learn to be empathetic towards others, Simon talks about how being a parent taught him how to encourage others to grow and "shine in the world" under his guidance.
The overarching theme of this conversation is The Ego. Simon believes that good leaders put their egos to one side to allow for other ideas to grow.
Simon is a true advocate for building diverse, supportive work environments. This episode is full of forward-thinking ideas to encourage everyone – no matter their seniority – to build stronger networks in their workplace.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Olivia Mitchell, Director At OpenFin
00:18:02
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia welcomes back the incredible Olivia Mitchell, Director at Openfin.
Olivia tells us about her key roles and responsibilities at Openfin, highlighting how the company brings together productivity, efficiency and happiness to make their employee's day more effective.
"Talking the people language" is a key topic throughout this podcast as Olivia shares why a universal, reflective vision is best when present in such a diverse, global industry. But are employers truly acknowledging the latter yet? Global means travel and 24/7 operations. But is that an approach suitable for all, especially parents?
The pair continue to discuss the significance of diverse perspectives within businesses. Olivia stresses the positives of a career rest, including a mind-shift break, personal development and new skills learnt that will help encourage diversity of thought and discussion within the workplace.
This episode includes valuable lessons and tips that can help any employer think about workplace inclusion.
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In the latest edition of Nadia Edwards-Dashti's groundbreaking series, the Women of FinTech Podcast, Nadia speaks to industry expert, Shannon Sagawe.
Delving into Shannon's extensive research and background in a predominantly male-dominated environment, we explore her informed opinions on the work firms can be doing to rectify the gender imbalance in FinTech.
Shannon has worked with globally renowned firms throughout her career and so we get an exclusive look at the international efforts being made to change FinTech inclusion for the better.
This is a brilliant episode that reveals that no matter what stage of growth your company is at, there is work we can all be doing to enact change.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Adele Armstrong, Global Relationship Manager at Elwood Technologies
00:19:06
Adele Armstrong, Global Relationship Manager at Elwood Technologies, joins Nadia on this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech podcast.
Adele shares her journey into the Crypto space, dispelling myths about the industry that typically make it seem like an inaccessible career option for many. From culture to learning and development, Adele sheds light on the ever-evolving face of Crypto.
We also get a personal and eye-opening take on single, working parents. Adele walks us through the steps single parents can take to ease their pressures, including the brilliant work of the app Frolo.
From career changes to parenthood, Adele does not shy away from the crucial conversations we all need to partake in.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Tracey Davies, President Money20/20
00:15:48
Welcome back to another episode of the Women of FinTech podcast. This week, Nadia is joined by the fantastic Tracey Davies, President at Money20/20.
Starting her career outside of the finance industry, Tracey previously worked with media brands and so knows the importance of bringing the diverse ecosystem together to do business. Tracey touches on her impressive journey and how she built her previous career on successful growth strategies.
We also gain insight into the lessons she learned along the way, particularly regarding exceptional business growth.Knowing your power and using it willingly is really important as Tracey tells us "it's our responsibility to use it in order to drive change".
We learn more about Money20/20, an event which connects the greatest minds in the industry. With access to new knowledge and need-to-know insights to level-up, this is the place to power new strategies and transform mindsets.
"We say it's the place where people love to do business".
As well as this we hear more about Rise Up, a global program all about unlocking the next steps in your career, no matter what stage you are at. The pair discuss promoting inclusivity in leadership is vital. The impact of the program is far-reaching, providing aspiring women leaders with a unique opportunity to strategically create an effective roadmap for their desired career path.
"If you've been to Money20/20, you will know that it's not your normal kind of event".
Nadia is excited to be speaking at Money20/20, so keep an eye out for her and say hello if you are attending!
The Families of FinTech Podcast | George Vaizey, Financial Planning and Analysis Lead at Luno
00:16:44
Welcome back to another episode of The Families of FinTech Podcast. This week, Nadia is excited to welcome George Vaizey, Financial Planning and Analysis Lead at Luno to the show.
George is a commercially focused finance professional and joins Nadia today to discuss what actions leaders can take to build a truly inclusive workplace for new parents.
Sharing his personal paternity story, George offers us an eye-opening look at how his shared parental leave really benefitted him and his family, as they recently had a child during the pandemic.
George also explains how the shared parental leave works as part of the Luna benefits scheme. We gain an exclusive insight into the workplace culture of the firm, and the pair also discuss the importance of not having to compromise work and spending time with your children.
This is an important conversation we all need to have, as we discuss the different processes companies can do to better their DEI practices.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Sandra Mianda, Founder of Paypr.work
00:31:41
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast, Nadia is joined by the brilliant Sandra Mianda, Founder of Paypr.work.
Founding a firm is never without its challenges, and Sandra doesn't shy from these hurdles in her conversation with Nadia. But we also gain an in-depth understanding of the opportunities and brilliance that comes with the Founder journey. From being exposed to diverse opinions across the industry, to better understanding marketplace needs, founding a firm can be an eye-opening experience.
Sandra also shares her understanding of DE&I across the payments space. There are a plethora of platforms within FinTech that work to empower underrepresented groups, but there is so much more we can all commit to doing- and that begins even before people reach the industry.
Thank you Sandra for joining us on the Women of FinTech Podcast- it was truly a pleasure to learn about how you are walking the talk for change.
The Families of FinTech Podcast | Christian Zeiler-Muñiz, General Manager US at Luno
00:20:27
We're delighted to bring you a new episode of The Families of FinTech Podcast! And this time Nadia is joined by Christian Zeiler-Muñiz, General Manager US at Luno.
Each episode of this series is an eye-opening exploration of a topical issue- and Christian's discussions with Nadia doesn't stray from this trend. Christian shares his personal paternity story, offering us a revealing look at the early conflict between parenthood, work, and the guilt on both sides.
DE&I conversations tend to focus on levelling the playing field, and Christian applies this to the maternity and paternity experience too. We look at the conscious efforts we need to take to ensure hiring and onboarding parents (at every stage of the parenting journey) is reflective of and empathetic towards sometimes difficult situations.
We get an exclusive look at the culture of Luno, and how this is proactively supporting parents. And Christian shares the policies and practices we can all replicate to better our businesses.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Lesley Li, CEO and Co-Founder of u impact
00:18:46
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast, Nadia is joined by Lesley Li, CEO and Co-Founder of u impact.
The pair initially met in 2019 when Lesley was beginning her founder and investment journey- and the developments since then have been incredible!
After over a decade in banking, Lesley shares what made her reconsider her career path and reject the short-term thinking of the industry- and exchange it for one driven by mission, value and purpose.
u impact has a fascinating story and has a truly exciting future. Lesley's honesty around taking the leap of faith to start u impact is eye-opening, and we are reminded of what it takes to kickstart an idea: Curiosity, Courageousness, Obsession and Persistence.
Nadia's Humans of FinTech Podcast | David Sayers, Consultant at Finceler8
00:14:38
On this episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast, Nadia is joined by the brilliant David Sayers, Consultant at Finceler8.
This episode could be a wake-up call for many. Having redirected his career to focus more on giving to society, not just taking money, David reminds us to constantly reevaluate the work we do- recognise your privilege and reassess your skillset.
David truly hones in on how important it is to recognise the breadth of our skillset beyond our job title. You may be a banking director but you can also be philanthropic, a skilled musician, or an avid hiker. We must begin leveraging the entire diversity of our abilities, and using that to give back in a way we are innately able to.
Taking his own advice, David became heavily involved in charitable endeavours and assumed position as a school governor. Putting action behind his talk David is instigating tangible change in an accessible way.
Thank you David for reminding us all just how innate our ability to walk the talk is.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Scarlett Sieber, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at Money 20/20
00:17:41
Welcome back to another episode of Nadia's Women of FinTech. This week, Nadia is joined by Scarlett Sieber live in Amsterdam at Money 20/20 Europe.
Scarlett is Money 20/20's Chief Strategy & Growth Officer and is here to share her personal journey into the FinTech world as well as talk about her and Sophie Guibaud's recently published book 'Embedded Finance'.
We also get an incredible insight into the making of Europe's largest FinTech event and the creative process behind some of the themes and experiences that took place. Scarlett shares, "I feel like my responsibility here at Money 20/20 specifically, but even as a woman in this industry, is to help elevate the voice of others."
This is a fascinating episode starring a truly inspiring woman!
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Kim Nilsson, CEO & Co-Founder of PeripherAi
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Welcome back to another episode of the Women of FinTech. This week, Nadia is pleased to introduce Kim Nilsson, CEO of PeripherAi, to the show.
From Astrophysicist to CEO and Co-Founder, Kim has been exposed to many diverse experiences throughout her career. After switching career paths, an MBA inspired her to become a leader and founder of a data science business which she used to help people with STEM backgrounds get into the industry.
Kim also shares her recent findings of gender imbalance within the sales space and discusses what leaders can do to encourage equal opportunities for women.
"DEI is something that you can never let go of... every action, every decision must be analysed with DEI in mind, relentlessly."
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Bronwyn Boyle, Chief Information Security Officer at Mambu
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Welcome back to another episode of the Women of FinTech. Today, Nadia is delighted to welcome Bronwyn Boyle, Chief Information Security Officer at Mambu, to the show.
Bronwyn has worked for a number of the industry's leaders over her 20+ year career in leadership executive positions. She is award-winning in the Security in FinTech community and is here today to share her incredible journey.
The pair discuss diversity within the FinTech security sector as Bronwyn expresses her thoughts on how we can open up socioeconomic diversity by helping improve people's paths to employment.
She shares, "It’s a great time for the industry to be looking at more creative approaches that help build apprenticeships or on-the-job training and other elements that will help social mobility."
This is a hugely insightful episode covering many ways in which we can all #WalkTheTalk for true inclusion within the financial technology sector.
The Talent Surgery | Leigh-Anne Jansen, Global Head of People at Elwood Technologies
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On this insightful episode of The Talent Surgery, Nadia is excited to be joined by Leigh-Anne Jansen, Global Head of People at Elwood Technologies.
Leigh-Anne reveals how to stand out in a competitive industry, the importance of putting people first and the different people strategies used to enhance workplace culture.
Leigh-Anne shares the dynamic work she does at Elwood Technologies such as hiring, onboarding, growing great teams, creating diverse workforces, retaining talent, building communities, employee value propositions and gives us an insight into how firms can grow and succeed across the market.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Monika Liikamaa, Co-founder, co-CEO at Enfuce
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Welcome back to another episode of the Women of FinTech. This week, Nadia is pleased to introduce Monika Liikamaa, Co-founder, co-CEO at Enfuce, to the show.
As an expert in the payments and banking industry, Monika shares the impressive achievements she has reached throughout her career and personal life. Monika believes that a business is nothing without a great team of people, and we gain an exclusive insight into her passion and values.
Monika also discusses progression and career change as we hear advice and tips on how to be the best we can be every day, successful and have courage in everything we do.
As Monika reveals how her carbon action was born, the pair share how we can all make changes happen, and what we can be doing to walk the talk for real change across the industry.
This is a great episode filled with actionable insights!
Nadia's Humans of FinTech Podcast | Alan Giles, Group Chief Commercial Officer at VoxSmart
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Welcome back to a new episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast! And this time Nadia is delighted to be joined by VoxSmart's Group Chief Commercial Officer, Alan Giles.
This episode is an actionable walkthrough of authentic inclusion in the workplace. Alan shares his outlook on the professional environment, stressing how important it is that you create an environment in which people are able to fail- and also speak openly about these failures so that you can learn and grow.
We also look at relationship building, particularly in the sales realm. Empathy and genuine are the buzzwords of this topic, and Alan imparts his experience and insights into building relationships that go beyond your favourite football team or car.
And we also get Alan's call to action: Be the change. Take the opportunity to make a difference; don't simply walk by and think it will be somebody else's problem to solve.
"Ask the why. Analyse the what. And then make the how happen."
Thank you Alan for joining us on the Humans of FinTech Podcast.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Margarita Maimonis, Founder and CEO of Exelia Technologies
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On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast, Nadia is joined by Margarita Maimonis, Founder and CEO of Exelia Technologies.
Margarita truly embodies the actuality of a phrase synonymous with this show, walk the talk. From how we can all step outside of our comfort zones, to the need to continuously commit ourselves to learning, Margarita shares how she has put these into action throughout her personal and professional journey.
Margaritas educational journey has been highly revealing and has informed her approach to the industry today. In a University class of 10, only 2 members were female. Why? What more can we do to change this?
We look at the elimination of bias in the application process, tackling poor board room and event experiences, and get an always necessary confidence boost, in Nadia's conversation with Margarita.
Thank you for walking the talk Margarita- we're reminded that there is still more to do, and we all have the ability to change it.
Nadia's Humans of FinTech Podcast | Brendon Kensel, Founder and CEO at PrimaHealth Credit
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On this episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast, we explore the intersect between Healthcare and FinTech with Brendon Kensel, Founder and CEO at PrimaHealth Credit.
In conversation with Nadia, Brendon shares the mission of his company: to serve the underserved in the healthcare space. 40% of Americans have delayed access to care due to the cost; and 77% of Americans can't afford a medical bill of more than $2000. Brendon began PrimaHealth to address this growing public health crisis.
We explore the influence of the buy now, pay later movement on the healthcare sector, and how this has expanded opportunities to provide sustainable solutions to those unable to access comprehensive finance.
And Brendon shares what we can all do to widen access to healthcare- and it begins with recognising opportunities to help, and utilising the innovation of our brilliant sector.
The Talent Surgery | Jack Adkins, Talent Acquisition Manager at 10x Banking
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Joining Nadia on this episode of The Talent Surgery Podcast is Jack Adkins, Talent Acquisition Manager (Product and Engineering) at 10x Banking.
This episode offers an exclusive look at the exciting growth plans and hiring strategies currently being executed at 10x Banking. Sharing how they are overcoming the dual challenges seen across FinTech and Recruitment, Jack reveals the informed talent acquisition approaches that catalyse the success of the firm.
Echoing the ethos of this podcast, Jack details what he and the team are doing to ensure internal retention rates don't mirror those of the industry (the average tenure in FinTech is currently only 13 months!). From embedding DEI, to ensuring goals are aligned across the company, and introducing a truly exceptional benefits programme, 10x are committed to crafting a firm reflective of the needs of the whole team.
The Talent Surgery | Helen Ogilvie, Head of People at Imburse
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Welcome back to another episode of the Talent Surgery. Today, Nadia is joined by Helen Ogilvie, Head of People at Imburse.
Imburse are a FinTech company based in London, Zurich and Lisbon. Their service provides a single connection to multiple payment technologies and providers globally.
Helen shares with us what her role as Head of People encompasses and how she felt compelled to join the Imburse team. She states, "my role sits on that executive level and the rest of my leadership team put as much emphasis on our people as they do on our clients which is really important to me in the role I do." She continues to stress the importance of allowing your people to put their personal lives first.
Talking about Imburse's rapid growth plans, Helen emphasises that it's not a "one size fits all" when it comes to hiring world-class talent and that we must be more empathetic to everyone's individual situation. After all, it's not just about growing a business; it's about growing the people that within it.
Nadia's Humans of FinTech Podcast | Ali Hamriti, Co-Founder and CEO of Rollee
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After having met on the stage at Money 20/20, Nadia is delighted to be reunited with Ali Hamriti, Co-Founder and CEO of Rollee, on this episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast.
Following on from their conversation in Amsterdam, Nadia and Ali discuss what it takes to build a business that puts the people first. Exploring Ali's founding journey and establishing his impactful mission, we gain insights into how Rollee is challenging the way people do business, and manage people.
Something truly important to Ali is elevating the consideration given to employee wellness; Ali stresses that this and upskilling should be given equal thought. Wellness should never just be a marketing ploy used by a firm- you need to invest in your words, #walkthetalk.
Thank you Ali for joining us on the Humans of FinTech Podcast. This was a fantastic episode that revealed to us how we can all make empathy and care sustainable attitudes.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Katherine Kilpatrick, Director of Corporate Marketing at Symphony
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Joining Nadia on this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast is Katherine Kilpatrick, Director of Corporate Marketing at Symphony.
Being heavily involved in the management and conceptualisation of a plethora of events, Katherine shares with us what it takes to be different in a world where the typical corporate conference is no longer enough. From providing a platform that invites the unique, to ensuring everyone has a seat at the table, this episode is a masterclass in relevant industry event planning.
Embedding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion into events is still not an inherent part of the process. Katherine reminds us all why it's so important to spark conversation around inclusion in the early stages of planning, ensuring everyone knows it's a priority.
Symphony takes active measures to ensure the events they run, and participate in, represent and invite everyone to the discussion- what measures are you taking to change attitudes?
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Amardeep Sirha, Co-Founder and Head of Delivery at Amarti
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Joining Nadia on this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast is Amardeep Sirha, Co-Founder and Head of Delivery at Amarti.
A career in technology wasn't always inevitable for Amardeep; having previously been a teacher, Amardeep's journey into the tech space is fascinating.
Amardeep reflects on the transition between the two, putting particular emphasis on the importance of mentorship. And Amardeep didn't just receive career mentorship, she sought guidance and conversations on all aspects of her life. We are reminded to not be afraid of confronting our shortcomings, and shown how to truly find our best selves.
Nadia and Amardeep also engage in a difficult conversation on discrimination in the workplace. Amardeep's name and accent have both been barriers she's had to break. The pair share how to not only overcome such barriers, but what we can do to remove them completely.
Thank you Amardeep for joining us on the Women of FinTech Podcast!
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast with Zara Ransley, Co-founder & Co-CEO
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Welcome back to another episode of the Women of FinTech. This week, Nadia is pleased to introduce Zara Ransley, Co-founder & Co-CEO of MyPocketSkill, to the show.
On a mission to create a financially, empowered Gen Z through providing earning, saving and learning opportunities, Zara joins Nadia to share their success of MyPocketSkill. Zara believes that Gen Zs strive for independence, responsibility and financial capabilities early in life, and with this app, they have truly filled a gap in the market.
Zara is a multi-award-winning expert and shares the impressive achievements she has reached throughout her career, lessons learnt and the impressive future vision for MyPocketSkill.
The pair share how we can all make changes happen and what we can be doing to walk the talk for real change across the industry.
This is a great episode filled with actionable insights!
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Gunay Aksoy, Director at Axoni
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Joining Nadia on this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast is Gunay Aksoy, Director at Axoni.
Gunay brings her personal journey to the show, one that reminds us how crucial it is we step outside of our comfort zone to make change happen. Speaking from experience, we learn how Gunay overcame barriers and doubt to make tangible steps towards a better industry for herself and others.
With an evident passion for the work she does, Gunay shares how she has created a network of skills and commitments that successfully feed into her successful professional pursuits. Most notably, we learn about Gunay's philanthropic endeavours and why she founded the charity, Educ8 Empowerment Programme. Informed by obstacles she faced in her own past, the Programme is truly making financial services more accessible to all.
Thank you Gunay for joining us on the Women of FinTech Podcast!
Nadia's Families of FinTech Podcast | Stephanie Carr, Automation Architect at Metro Bank
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Joining Nadia on this episode of the ground-breaking Families of FinTech Podcast is Stephanie Carr, Automation Architect at Metro Bank.
Stephanie tells us about her role and the amazing work she is doing to support people at Metro Bank, hearing about her career journey and how she progressed into the world she works in.
From a life and career perspective, Stephanie reminds us why everyone should have the right to make their own choices, have supportive employers and have a safe space to work in.
In particular we were reminded of why it's so important to listen, learn and#walkthetalk. The Maternity and Paternity Stories of FinTech has been renamed and is now The Families of FinTech, reflecting the diverse nature of the parental and family journey.
Thank you Stephanie for supporting our commitment to change!
An Introduction to FinTech Women Walk The Talk: Moving The Needle for Workplace Gender Equality in Financial Services and Beyond
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We are delighted to bring you this special episode of The DEI Discussions in which Nadia offers us an exclusive reading of the introduction to her inaugural book: FinTech Women Walk The Talk.
The first chapter covers the purpose of this book. Why did Nadia feel compelled to write this?
With such poor representation of women in the Financial Services industry, Nadia took inspiration from advocates and allies across the space to write a guide to tangible, actionable change.
So let's listen. Let's learn. And let's #walkthetalk for change.
You can buy your copy of FinTech Women Walk The Talk now from all major online retailers:
Inclusive Crypto Roundtable | Hosted by Harrington Starr
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Hosted in the Harrington Starr London Office, Nadia was joined by three brilliant Women of Crypto for our inaugural Inclusive Crypto Roundtable.
For an industry that is relatively new, it is one that has witnessed and implemented unparalleled disruption, growth and innovation; but DE&I hasn't been embedded and promoted with quite the same speed.
We brought this vital conversation to the fore, exploring the tangible actions we can all take to ensure we are paving the way for a more inclusive crypto future.
Thank you to: - Kelly Jackson, Chief People Officer at Luno - Katharine Wooller, Managing Director of UK and Europe at Dacxi - Dagmara Aldridge, Chief People and Culture Officer at Zumo
We are delighted to be sharing their full conversation as an exclusive episode of The DEI Discussions. So be sure to listen, to learn, to #walkthetalk, and build a more inclusive future for crypto.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast with Laura Wildenborg, FinTech Innovation Manager at Sunrise Banks
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Welcome back to another episode of the Women of FinTech. This week, Nadia is pleased to introduce Laura Wildenborg, FinTech Innovation Manager at Sunrise Banks, to the show.
As someone who entered the industry with a 'non-traditional background', Laura shares her impressive career history to date, with a focus on her work at Sun Rise Banks as an innovative bank empowering financial wellness.
As an innovative bank empowering financial wellness, Sun Rise Banks' success relies on the success of the communities they serve. Laura shares her thoughts on what policies she believes need to change for authentic inclusion to be commonplace in the workplace, and what we can be doing to walk the talk for real change across the industry.
This is a great episode filled with actionable insights!
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Joanne Lockwood, Founder, CEO and Diversity & Inclusion Advisor and Consultant at SEE Change Happen
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Joining Nadia on this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast is Joanne Lockwood, Founder, CEO and Diversity & Inclusion Advisor and Consultant at SEE Change Happen.
This episode is a masterclass in authentic inclusion, allyship and action. Joanne walks us through her reasons for founding SEE Change Happen, and the tangible work they are doing across a plethora of industries to ensure firms are truly able to find the why behind their commitment to DE&I.
Joanne's thoughts on allyship are particularly revealing, reminding us that being an active ally is often more about the micro-interventions. And central to all of this? In this episode Joanne shares with Nadia the three principles that underly her understanding of being an ally for all...
The overarching message of this episode of the Women of FinTech Podcast is we must ensure we are creating positive people experiences. Deploy your privilege to support the marginalised; address your policies; and advocate actively- don't fall into a passive disposition.
Nadia's Humans of FinTech Podcast | Lydia Sear, Brand Manager at Harrington Starr
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Welcome back to another episode of the Humans of FinTech. This week, Nadia is delighted to be joined by Lydia Sear, Brand Manager here at Harrington Starr!
Lydia advocates for neurodiversity and mental health. Diagnosed with ADHD when she was 21, she's a firm believer that it's her creative superpower and that we should all embrace our differences.
Since her late diagnosis, Lydia has been on a personal journey to learn about neurodiversity and how we can educate one another to be more openly inclusive. In this episode, Lydia shares personal challenges she has faced within the workplace and offers tangible advice for employers to support their neurodivergent colleagues.
This episode demonstrates that having ADHD, ASD or any other condition does not make you deficient, it simply makes you different. 💫
Nadia's Humans of FinTech Podcast | Liam Chennells, CEO of Detected
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Welcome back to another episode of Nadia’s Humans of FinTech Podcast. Today, Nadia is joined by the brilliant Liam Chennells, CEO of Detected.
Liam is all about people investment and this episode is brimming with his inspiring stories and ideas, that showcase some of the best talent in the industry. He shares the story behind the origins of Detected and how challenges from the pandemic triggered an innovative and thriving business.
He states, “there were so many people just trying to make a quick bit of money during that period and that wasn’t my motivation, which I think is so important, and it’s a part of why things have gone so well because it wasn’t that; it was actually just trying to sort out a problem.”
The conversation then turns to accessibility within the industry. Liam shares his ideas on building a culture that is in favour of an underserved generation and why universities– and the education system as a whole– aren't tailored for everyone.
Nadia's Women of FinTech - Una Keller, Senior Manager, KDB+ Developer at Macquarie Group
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On this episode of The Women of FinTech Series, Nadia is pleased to welcome Una Keller, Senior Manager, KDB+ Developer at Macquarie Group to the show.
From a global perspective, there is a shortage of female tech talent. But what are the barriers and how can we increase the numbers?
Una tells us about her journey in tech and how she became part of the team at Macquarie, as well as all of the initiatives she is running to help recruit and retain diverse talent in the industry.
The pair also discuss Macquarie's upcoming Women in Tech event on October 6th. It will be filled with food, drinks, informational sessions led by senior leaders and the opportunity to talk to experienced developers, analysts and operations staff about your background and experience.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Chantal Swainston, PR Manager at Wise and Founder of The Heard
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Joining Nadia on this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast is Chantal Swainston, PR Manager at Wise and Founder of The Heard.
Through her busy role in PR at Wise, Chantal has been exposed to the plethora of engagement and public speaking opportunities present across our industry. But are these truly inclusive? Do they represent the diversity that exists across FinTech?
To combat the often skewed and unfair line-up at events, Chantal began The Heard: an empowering index of female and non-binary spokespeople across FinTech. It is easing accessibility to a diverse range of voices in the space, and removing barriers that exist when it comes to event and project management.
Everyone plays a role in elevating inclusion. Everyone needs a stage to share their journey- and Chantal's ground-breaking work with The Heard is truly making this a tangible reality.
Thank you Chantal for joining us on the Women of FinTech Podcast!
Nadia's Women of FinTech | Emma Kisby, CEO EMEA at Cogo
00:10:46
Welcome back to another episode of the Women of FinTech. Today, Nadia is delighted to be joined by Emma Kisby, CEO EMEA of Cogo.
Emma is a customer-focused commercial business leader driving the sustainability agenda, making the complex simple and translating the power of data into customer empowerment, business growth, and delivering systemic change.
Emma shares her career journey, including an inspiring story about how her daughter– at just 9 years old– organised a climate march of 300 school kids. This heart-warming moment lead Emma to strive to be part of the change and take real action in the climate movement. This eventually lead to her decision to join Cogo.
The pair also discuss transparency in the workplace as Emma highlights Cogo's passion for building flexible work environments for their staff– many of whom are parents and carers. The conversation ends with the term "Collective Empowerment" and how working as a collective will truly drive systemic change.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Nichola and Calli of Working Wonder Consultancy
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Joining Nadia in The DEI Discussions studio for this special episode are Nichola and Calli, Co-Founders of Working Wonder Consultancy.
This brilliant duo trace their distinct personal journey's, and reveal to us the experiences that led them to founding Working Wonder Consultancy. We are exposed to the discriminatory and damaging behaviours that prompted them to both to begin a new approach to work- one in which everyone has a voice and a space.
From their Going Forward to Work Philosophy, to how Ian Wright inspired a new mindset, the pair chart the practices they introduce to organisations that allow each and everyone of us to walk the talk for change.
Nichola and Calli's personal experience as parents is particularly revealing. Again, their distinct yet common experiences reveal to us all there is so much more we can be doing to support every demographic when shaping a better future for work.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Juliet Rogan, Head of Core Banking at Barclays
00:19:14
Joining Nadia on this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast is Juliet Rogan, Head of Core Banking at Barclays.
As a renowned leader in the space, Juliet shares her holistic approach to leadership, putting an emphasis on leaving a positive legacy for those that will follow in your footsteps. But also shares her approach to risk taking as a leader, setting an example to challenge the status quo, reinvent what it means to be a leader.
The pair also discuss how we can ensure we bring our best selves to work each day: Take each day as a learning opportunity, allow yourself to develop from each learn, and look how you can implement this learn for the better.
And we explore psychological safety. Employees that feel secure and comfortable to bring their authentic selves to the office are undoubtedly more confident, thriving in their work. But this psychological safety should begin before they're an employee. And so Juliet shares how we can introduce this to the interview process, reinventing the conventional.
Nadia's Women of FinTech | Michelle Rockson, Lead People Partner at Zopa
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Welcome back to another episode of the Women of FinTech. Today, Nadia is joined by the brilliant Michelle Rockson, Lead People Partner at Zopa.
Michelle is an HR professional with extensive experience in a number of different industries and is here to share her stories and some of the learns along the way.
Her career at Zopa started after Michelle decided to make a career change whilst on maternity leave. Diversity and flexibility were crucial elements to finding her "new home", and she shares the importance of being transparent to prospective employers from day one.
Zopa pride themselves in being 'diverse in people, but also diverse in approach' and Michelle reflects that in every aspect of her role as Lead People Partner.
She shares, "as we have our conversations, we always think about do we have different views within the room? And if we don’t then we need to step back and make sure that we have that challenge. It’s respectful challenge, but it’s important to have. Otherwise, you’ll have a load of people who think exactly the same, who will come up with products that only meet a very siloed section of the world."
This episode is full of tangible actions that people of all seniorities can take to help their companies become more inclusive and supportive for all.
It's Time For Action, Not Words, and so this Black History Month we're bringing you a special episode of The DEI Discussions that will reveal how we can all invest in change.
On this episode, Nadia is joined by the brilliant:
Tinashe Shata, Senior IT Analyst at TD Securities
Felicitas Coulibaly, Senior Manager Digital Sales- EMEA at Mambu
Derick Dickson, Relationship Manager, Financial Institutions/Trade Sales at Ghana International Bank
Sandra Mianda, Founder at Paypr.Work
Cecil Adjalo, COO at Foundervine
This fantastic group trace the history and significance of Black History Month, revealing the increasing importance it holds in helping us all entrench inclusion in our workplace.
But this is also a reminder for us all to hold the lessons and learns from October close to us throughout the entire year. Look beyond your social posts and actions this month, and understand how they can translate into lasting change.
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Regina Lau, Member of and Spokesperson for EWPN
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Joining Nadia on this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast is one of the EWPN's earliest members, Regina Lau.
With a growing following, their own events and speakers on major panels around the world, the EWPN is a huge player in the fight for equality and Regina is at the heart of that.
This is a fascinating discussion that truly sheds light on just how far we have come, but also how far there is to go to reach an industry that has inclusion embedded into the core.
The Humans of FinTech Podcast | Mike Minett and Des Matthewman of Portabl
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We are delighted to bring you a new episode of The Humans of FinTech Podcast- and this time Nadia is joined by the brilliant Co-Founders of Portabl, Mike Minett and Des Matthewman of Portabl.
Over the past couple of years, we have witnessed unparalleled change that has redefined our working lives. But Mike and Des reveal there is still so much more to come, particularly when we consider the "independent" workforce.
What exactly is this independent workforce? And why do they matter?
Mike and Des shed light on the growing prominence of contract working, side hustles, and passion projects, and how employees should be considering and including this growing demographic.
The future of work is ever evolving, and Mike and Des are at the fore of this change. Thank you both for bringing your attuned insights to The Humans of FinTech Podcast.
Nadia's Humans of FinTech | Andrew Christodoulou, Global Inside Sales Rep at Worldline
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Welcome back to another episode of the Humans of FinTech. This week, Nadia is joined by Andrew Christodoulou, Global Inside Sales Rep at Worldline.
Andrew is part of the digital commerce division at Worldline– specialising in gaming and entertainment partners– and is passionate about opening access to the financial technology community and building better gender equality in the space.
After graduating in Psychology and European Politics, Andrew took a deep dive into the world of payments and FinTech and was immediately hooked. However, his personal– yet not uncommon– experience of a "rocky start" into the industry encouraged him always to strive to help and coach others whenever he has the chance; be it advice on getting a job, or picking up a new skill.
Andrew is truly walking the talk for others in a fast-paced, dynamic industry and this episode is a great example of how you can do the same.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast - Lisa Picardo, Chief Corporate Officer at PensionBee
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On this episode of The Women of FinTech Podcast Series, Nadia is delighted to welcome Lisa Picardo, Chief Corporate Officer at PensionBee, to the show.
Lisa's career journey has been propelled forward by ambition and want for a challenge; and it has taken her to so truly incredible ventures and companies. We explore Lisa's early career days, and how she overcame stigma's and stereotypes to get to where she is today.
A landmark moment in this career journey was becoming a mother. Lisa shares her experience of raising two young children, whilst also founding her own firm, and the work every firm can embed into their culture to ensure every parent is supported.
And we learn about the brilliant work PensionBee is doing to truly entrench DE&I into the workplace.
At the heart of this, quite simply, is happiness. What does employee happiness, security and inclusion mean for the business?
Thank you Lisa for joining us on the Women of FinTech Podcast!
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Aditi Subbarao, Financial Services Industry Lead at Instabase
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Joining Nadia on this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast is Aditi Subbarao, Financial Services Industry Lead at Instabase.
Aditi's role at Instabase inherently demands a growth mindset, and she definitely brings it to this conversation with Nadia. Her career journey thus far is fascinating, and reveals the new heights we can reach when we quite literally go in an alternative direction.
We gain an exclusive look at the work Instabase is doing to transform the marketplace, and why Aditi chose to work here. Empowerment is synonymous with the culture there, and Aditi shares the steps all business leaders can take to ensure each employee is supported amidst challenge and success.
And Aditi offers us a fascinating take on the importance of learned experience. Growing from what we've been through, learning from that, using those learns, and sharing them, is central to making inclusion the norm.
Thank you Aditi for joining us on The Women of FinTech Podcast!
Nadia's Women of FinTech | Tiama Hanson-Drury, CPO at Minna Technologies
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Welcome back to another episode of the Women of FinTech. Today, Nadia is joined by the fantastic Tiama Hanson-Drury, CPO at Minna Technologies.
Tiama is an internationally-recognised product leader, board director, c-suite exec, public speaker, corporate adviser and leadership mentor. Her Chief Product Officer experience spans the US and European roles in large multi-national and high-growth tech scale-ups. She is here today to share her story and some of the lessons and learns along the way.
From starting in sales to moving to product marketing and eventually to product director, Tiama's career journey has taught her all about knowing your worth and advocating for yourself in a dynamic industry.
Tiama also shares her thoughts on the importance of building diverse product teams to build innovative products that focus on a wide range of challenges and people.
Finally, the pair talk about modern issues surrounding female empowerment and the mentality towards advocating for yourself in a male-dominated workplace. From her own success, she is driven to help others achieve their career goals and actively mentors women across the globe.
This episode is full of tangible action we can all take to empower ourselves and others.
The Talent of FinTech Podcast | Victoria and Poonam of Funding Circle
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Joining Nadia in the studio for this episode of The Talent of FinTech Podcast is a brilliant duo from Funding Circle: Victoria Bradford, People Director; and Poonam Verma, Director of Talent Development, Culture and Belonging.
This episode is an exploration of a firm doing incredible things to redefine what it means to work in financial services. Both Victoria and Poonam share the values that are driving this transformational approach, sharing foundational principles such as:
Think Smart; Making It Happen; We Stand Together; Always Be Open; Live The Adventure; Being Obsessed Over The Customer.
And this is all underpinned by a wider commitment to DE&I. Most clearly displayed through an initiative they run named Open Circle, DE&I for Funding Circle is about creating a destination where everyone's voice is valued. Uniqueness is celebrated and no voice or question is muted.
Poonam and Victoria share what's next for a firm already offering so much. 2023 will see their values truly come alive- and we can't wait to watch this journey!
Nadia's Women of FinTech | Janine Hirt, CEO of Innovate Finance
00:15:45
On this episode of The Women of FinTech Podcast Series, Nadia is delighted to welcome Janine Hirt, CEO of Innovate Finance, to the show.
Janine shares with us her fascinating and industry-changing thoughts on Diversity and Inclusion; ideas which have catalysed the rise of DE&I in the space, and ensured it is at the fore of everyones agenda.
A big focus for Janine is people retention within the financial services space. With the average tenure being just 13 months for a technologist, Janine stresses the work we can all be doing to build environments and cultures that allow people to build a stake and place in the industry.
Janine will be familiar to many of you; her active role across countless industry events, and her prominent position as CEO, makes Janine an unmissable voice in the space. Utilising her platforms to inspire and enact change, Janine empowers us all to utilise our privilege and position to unlock opportunities to get better and create actionable change.
This is a brilliant episode- thank you Janine for joining us!
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Alice Leguay, Industry Innovator
00:15:17
Nadia is joined in this episode by Alice Leguay. Alice is a renowned industry innovator that has had a career covering a diverse expanse of FinTech. Her exposure to such a broad spectrum of the space makes this an episode brimming with insights applicable to all.
We explore how Alice's background has offered her the chance to pursue such a varied career. But it hasn't been a linear journey. Alice addresses the challenges she has faced, and the mindsets and networks that were necessary to overcome them.
Alice also shares her actionable insights into the necessary steps we can all take to #walkthetalk.
Thank you Alice for joining us on The DEI Discussions!
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Maya Aweida, Leading Figure in FinTech
00:08:23
Maya Aweida, leading FinTech figure, joins Nadia on the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast!
As a Committee Chair for 100 Women in Finance, Maya has fantastic visibility of the people across the industry that are truly driving change and establishing a positive legacy for the next generation. And through 100 Women in Finance, Maya is elevating awareness of the fact that everyone has a role in this industry.
Maya shares how she translates these wider marketplace learns into actionable steps we can all embed into the workplace. Making role models, mentorship, and education accessible is key to driving awareness and ensuring people find their place in FinTech.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Kate Wilson, Global Head of Consumer Credit Deposits and Payments at RFI Global
00:13:59
Joining Nadia in the studio for this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast is Kate Wilson, Global Head of Consumer Deposits and Payments at RFI Global.
Kate's tenure at RFI Global is well beyond the average often seen across our industry. We explore why Kate has stayed at RFI Global for over 10 years; from exposure and the opportunity to engage with a variety of roles, to the evolving growth-orientated culture, we gain an exclusive insight into the retention strategy at the company.
The pair go on to discuss DE&I at industry events, sharing what it takes to empower voices often underrepresented in financial services panel discussions. Presenting and public speaking wasn't an inevitable engagement for Kate; but with the right support structures and positive training, Kate was elevated to feel comfortable as a public speaker. We gain insight into the further actions we can take to roll the latter approach out to the entire marketplace.
And Kate also reminds us of the importance of ensuring our approach to inclusion is reflective- not one crafted by an isolated group. This will undoubtedly innovation in FinTech as we begin to speak to an inherently more diverse consumer-base.
Kate's thoughts on family policies at companies is also highly revealing of the work we all still need to do to #walkthetalk for change across the entire industry.
Thank you Kate for joining us on the Women of FinTech Podcast!
Nadia's Families of FinTech | Barbora Juhaszova, Global Digital Marketing Lead at SAP Fioneer
00:12:41
Welcome to another episode of The Families of FinTech. Today, Nadia is joined by the wonderful Barbora Juhaszova, Global Digital Marketing Lead at SAP Fioneer.
Since the birth of her son, Barbora has been passionate about the support that should be given in the aftermath of birth and the return to work. In today's episode, she shares her thoughts on how companies can be more inclusive and supportive of new parents.
Barbora shares, "let’s not forget that it takes two to become a parent; I don’t think in 2022 we should expect women to still take on the brunt of the responsibilities that come with having a child."
This is a great episode which we hope many of you will be inspired by. Thank you, Barbora for sharing your passion for inclusion for parents!
Nadia's Humans of FinTech Podcast | Matthew Jackson, VP of Relationship Management at Freemarket
00:17:23
Welcome back to another episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast. Joining Nadia in The DEI Discussions Studio is Matthew Jackson, VP of Relationship Management at Freemarket.
Matthew retraces his journey through FinTech, sharing why he chose to join Freemarket- a move which compliments his mission-driven approach to the industry. No two career journey's through FinTech are the same, but Matthew reminds us there should be a basis to the talent experience that is applicable to everyone, irrespective of background. We are reminded of the importance of attracting a greater diversity of people to the industry, broadening our reach and embracing the less traditional- a move that shall only empower the marketplace.
In addition to reinventing hiring practices, the pair discuss what more we can do to make the industry more inclusive. With an industry that is geared towards an exceptional future, we need to ensure more people are aware and exposed to the opportunities are out there. Irrespective of your technological abilities, or previous knowledge of finance, everyone has a role to play in this new era; we need to ensure everyone feels safe to be part of this, and in an environment where they can express new ideas without judgement.
We also gain an exclusive look at Freemarket and the work they are doing to enhance the employee experience. With an impressive array of support networks and refreshing approach to culture, they are truly establishing a new standard.
Learn more about Freemarket here: https://wearefreemarket.com
Contact Matthew and the team today: hello@wearefreemarket.com
Thank you Matthew for joining us on The Humans of FinTech Podcast!
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Sherree Tibbs, Director of Client Services and Delivery at Fundipedia
00:17:39
Welcome to another episode of the Women of FinTech. Today Nadia is joined by the brilliant Sherree Tibbs, Director of Client Services and Delivery at Fundipedia.
Sherree is responsible for managing all software and implementation projects right through from the development lifecycle to delivery. She didn't initially plan to work in the technology industry, but her passion and proven success highlight how truly impactful and rewarding it can be.
As a young, female leader in the space, who "doesn't present as what would stereotypically be expected of a successful person", Sherree shares the personal challenges she has overcome. With that, she provides excellent words of wisdom that we can all take on board when faced with– or witnessing– prejudice in the workplace.
The pair then reflect on the future of work in the financial industry and more specifically the future of inclusion within that. Sherree shares valuable ideas and actions that we can all take to build a truly prosperous and effective environment for all.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Emma and Robyn of Seven Consultancy
00:19:28
We explore a different side to the FinTech marketplace on this episode of The Women of FinTech Podcast, as Nadia is joined by Emma Harvey, Founder, and Robyn Margetts, Managing Director, of Seven Consultancy.
As a PR and Communications firm, Seven Consultancy work with industry-leading market participants to elevate their brand, establishing them as respected businesses and thought leaders in the space.
Seven Consultancy came to the marketplace with disruption in mind. They disbanded the old PR model, committing themselves to working with clients on a closer basis, getting to better know the people behind the brand. And it is this that has truly allowed the team to pave a new communications model in the FinTech space.
Emma and Robyn discuss the centrality of people in the ever-growing FinTech space. By placing the people driving the innovation at the heart of PR releases of the likes, Seven Consultancy are changing perceptions and understandings of what it means to work in the financial technology sector. Through this, crucial diversity of thought is allowed to thrive and is not hidden behind overly-polished text and graphics that overshadows individuality.
Thank you Emma and Robyn for this masterclass on PR and Communications- and for walking the talk with us on The DEI Discussions.
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast - Yumika Brewster, COO at Finimize
00:17:10
On this episode of The Women of FinTech Podcast Series, Nadia is delighted to welcome Yumika Brewster, COO at Finimize, to the show.
Yumika tells us about her duties as a COO and reveals what it takes to ensure the smooth running of Finimize on a day-to-day basis. We also find out how Finimize differs from other financial services companies, honing in on their work and commitment to support women in their investing journey.
This episode is brimming with insights that ensure we are setting up our workplace to thrive and cater to different needs.
Nadia's Humans of FinTech, Live @ FinTech Connect! | Geoffrey Tipton, CTO of AENCO Smartcap
00:07:53
On today's episode of the Humans of FinTech, Nadia meets Geoffrey Tipton, CTO of AENCO Smartcap, live from FinTech Connect 2022.
AENCO Smartcap's mission is to enable blockchain technology for "normal people" outside of the industry to make impactful connections between future technologies and capital today.
Geoffrey's fantastic background started as a robotics engineer at Salford University and it was his fascination for the technical aspects of decentralised exchanges that led him to where he is today.
He shares, "having a team with different perspectives helps solve problems properly," and elaborates on the importance of firms subscribing to more inclusive cultures.
Nadia's Humans of FinTech, Live @ FinTech Connect! | Malin Lignell, Digitalization and Innovation at Handelsbanken
00:12:25
On today's episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast, Nadia meets Malin Lignell, Digitalization and Innovation at Handelsbanken, live from FinTech Connect 2022.
Nadia and Malin discuss what's new, what's happening next and what's in store for the future of our industry- inspired by Malin's brilliant panel discussion on the day. The event was full of learning and inspiration, and the pair recap on topical themes such as the metaverse, blockchain and algorithms, and what this will mean for future marketplace evolution.
Malin shares how to ensure we are providing a positive professional experience for people in Financial Services; it is important for companies to offer different opportunities and build inclusive cultures, making retention a norm for the industry.
Thank you Malin for joining us for a brilliant discussion!
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Nadia's Humans of FinTech, Live @ FinTech Connect! | Sohail Raja, Head of Execution Platforms & UK Chief Digital Officer, Société Générale
00:15:47
Joining Nadia on the Humans of FinTech Podcast, live at FinTech Connect, is Sohail Raja, Head of Execution Platforms & UK Chief Digital Officer, Société Générale.
Sohail's role captures the exciting opportunities currently active across the financial services space. With conversations around decentralised finance becoming ever more prominent, and technological innovation becoming synonymous with the industry, an exciting future is taking shape.
But amidst the technological jargon, we mustn't lose sight of the human-side of the industry. Understanding that these new tools can also welcome in a new era for collaboration, connecting data with knowledge, should not be a theme that is dismissed.
For Sohail, the latter will become an ever more important and inevitable theme as a new generation welcomes in new mindsets. Social education will be vital in furthering this mission, making opportunities to partake in the industry more accessible.
And Sohail closes by guiding us through his understanding of the intervention strategy. He discusses the importance of empowering everyone to be part of change, demonstrating what it will take to inspire and embed structural changes.
Thank you Sohail for joining us on the Humans of FinTech Podcast at FinTech Connect!
Nadia's Humans of Fintech Podcast | Terry Igharoro, Founder & CEO, InventoryClub
00:27:29
On this episode of the Humans of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is joined by InventoryClub Founder & CEO, Terry Igharoro.
We learn about the vision, practicalities and growth of InventoryClub, and how Terry is addressing critical industry pain points through founding this business. And Terry shares what it takes to build a business that is about so much more than monetary exchanges, but one that empowers people to create.
And when Terry shares his thoughts on inclusion, we are reminded that our commitment to DE&I should not simply be limited to technology. Society demands we extend our work, and #walkthetalk for change to address systemic societal issues that in turn affects progress in FinTech.
Nadia's Humans of FinTech, Live @ FinTech Connect! | Paul Staples, Global Head of Banking as a Service and Embedded Finance Proposition at HSBC
00:10:30
Joining Nadia live from FinTech Connect for this episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast is Paul Staples, Global Head of Banking as a Service and Embedded Finance Proposition at HSBC.
Paul offers us an exclusive insight into the world of embedded finance, sharing how his positively disruptive role is changing the way banks operate from the outside in. The pair discuss the role Fintech Connect plays in showcasing the latter, making this exciting future accessible to all.
A vital part of this future is ensuring diversity of skills is the norm amongst teams in the industry. Paul reminds us to invite individuals into our team that think differently to us, approaching recruitment with an open-mind so no one is excluded from the opportunities of the space.
Diversity of thought should be given every chance to thrive, and so the pair explore what it takes to create a speak-up culture in your workplace.
Thank you Paul for joining us on the Humans of FinTech Podcast!
The DEI Discussions #HumansofFinTech | Suresh Vaghjiani, CEO of CLOWD9
00:11:37
On today's episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast, Nadia meets Suresh Vaghjiani, CEO of CLOWD9, live from FinTech Connect 2022.
As CEO of a firm going from strength-to-strength, Suresh discusses his responsibilities as CEO, honing in on the role he plays in driving the company mission, and entwining it into their evolving, inclusive culture.
We also hear about the team's busy day at FinTech Connect! As an exhibitor at the event, Suresh shares insights into some of the exciting conversations the team have been having with innovators across the industry. Hearing snippets of such discussions is testament to the power events such as FinTech Connect have on marketplace development.
Suresh also shares what more we can all do to be an advocate in the space, walking the talk for positive, tangible change. He puts particular emphasis on diversity of thought, ensuring you are proactive in attracting and retaining a diverse pool of talent from all manners of backgrounds and experiences.
Thank you Suresh for joining us at FinTech Connect for this episode of the The DEI Discussions #HumansofFinTech Podcast!
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The DEI Discussions #WomenOfFinTech | Lissele Pratt, Founder at Capitalixe
00:14:31
Welcome to another episode of The DEI Discussions: Women of FinTech. Today, Nadia is joined by Lissele Pratt, Founder at Capitalixe.
Lissele is a natural entrepreneur who is extremely passionate about helping women break into the financial industry. As one of Forbes' 30 Under 30, and TechRound's Top 29 Entrepreneurs Under 29; Lissele is a recognised pioneer in this dynamic industry.
In this episode, the pair discuss the impact of having authentic diversity within a business and why more women should be promoted. Lissele also shares valuable insights and tangible actions that we can all take on board to improve inclusion within company cultures; from fully flexible working for parents & carers to implementing mentorship programmes for young women joining the industry.
Thank you, Lissele, for your sharing your valuable thoughts and inspiring story with us on The DEI Discussions.
The DEI Discussions #WomenofFinTech | Yvonne de Ville, Chair of IoD Finance and FinTech Group
00:16:22
Joining Nadia live from FinTech Connect is Yvonne de Ville, Chair of IoD Finance and FinTech Group, and Author of Cracking the Change Management Code.
We currently sit at an exciting moment for FinTech growth, and a brilliant opportunity to position the UK as market leaders. To successfully execute this, we need to broaden our access to diversity of thought.
Yvonne guides us through the responsibility we all have to ensure FinTech is accessible to all skillsets, backgrounds and experiences; and hence create the chance for the industry to evolve into an even grander movement of innovation and development.
The benefits of inviting different life experiences into the conversation are unparalleled; we will be welcoming in the next generation that will disrupt the status quo.
Nadia and Yvonne explore the practicalities of this, reinforcing the importance of leadership in welcoming this new era; as well as encouraging a greater commitment to psychological safety.
Thank you Yvonne for joining us at FinTech Connect- this is a fantastic, reflective discussion that highlights the role we all play in crafting a new future for financial services.
The DEI Discussions #TalentofFinTech | Wendy Papworth, Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion at FNZ Group
00:17:21
Joining Nadia on this episode of the Talent of FinTech Podcast is Wendy Papworth, FNZ Group's first Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion.
FNZ Group's commitment to DE&I is unquestionable. And Wendy embodies the latter, taking on this role to ensure every employee is set up for success. From introducing a Menopause Policy, to furthering their Open Global Mobility policy, diversity and inclusion is considered from every lens; the notion that DE&I is agnostic of business and location is reinforced.
A crucial focus for Wendy is socioeconomic diversity. Wendy shares the shocking statistic that 9/10 people that lead a team in the financial industry come from a high socioeconomic background. Making a role in financial services accessible to everyone, irrespective of background, is crucial to furthering growth and success.
We need to understand a diverse array of life experiences and ensure they are given the space to play a central role in the development of products and solutions.
Thank you Wendy for joining us on the Talent of FinTech Podcast. This is a fantastic insight into a role that we hope will be increasingly more common across financial services.
The DEI Discussions #WomenofFinTech | Angela Yore, Founder & MD SkyParlour
00:11:52
Joining Nadia live from FinTech Connect for this episode of The DEI Discussions is Angela Yore, Founder & MD SkyParlour.
Nadia and Angela recap SkyParlour's incredible journey this year- covering a global client base, and how this expansive coverage has afforded them the unparalleled view of witnessing exciting innovation entering the sector.
Angela also guides us through FinTech Connect's stand out moments. We're exposed to the importance of improving the lives of the global population through FinTech, and creating a space for the industry to grow and develop together.
As a proud female founded business, SkyPalour are always very busy with the work they do for equality in the sector. Subscribing to an inclusive culture is key, and Angela shares what responsibilities we all have to ensure FinTech is inclusive, accessible and fair for all, resulting in talent remaining.
Thank you Angela for joining us at FinTech Connect- this is a fantastic discussion!
The DEI Discussions #WomenOfFinTech | Anette Broløs, Director and Founder at Finthropology
00:10:10
This week on the DEI Discussions #WomenofFinTech, Nadia is joined by Anette Broløs, Founder and Director of Finthropology. Live from FinTech Connect 2022.
Anette and her team help organisations understand their customer's financial behaviour and how they can innovate to meet their needs through research and reports.
They recently explored the behaviour of women in finance and the impact of financial products on their lives. Anette found in her research that despite their financial success, women still tend to avoid traditional banks due to often feeling condescended.
Anette believes that by bringing in more female advisors, financial organisations can break the glass ceiling and improve their inclusion strategies. She shares how behavioural research can help organisations better understand their customers and make essential changes to be more accessible to them.
The DEI Discussions #WomenofFinTech | Emily Utton, COO at CLOWD9
00:07:10
Joining Nadia on this episode of The DEI Discussions, live from FinTech Connect, is Emily Utton, COO at CLOWD9.
Having only launched towards the close of last year, FinTech Connect marked CLOWD9's first official conference. Emily shares the importance of events like this for start-ups, particularly when it comes to maximising exposure and establishing new connections.
Events are also crucial to furthering the inclusion movement in financial services. Emily joined the payments industry fifteen years ago; and was welcomed by a very different, less inclusive landscape. The pair chart the positive progress that has happened since, and reflect on what more can be done to ensure gains are entrenched and built upon.
Emily refers to financial services as a community throughout the conversation. It's a refreshing approach that reveals the ever-increasing degree of support and plentiful opportunities that are present in the space.
Thank you Emily for joining us on The DEI Discussions!
Please note, since recording Emily has been promoted from SVP (the title given to her in the podcast) to COO- congratulations Emily!
The DEI Discussions #WomenofFinTech | Susana Ponce-Froment, Global Head of Financial & Credit Risk at Tide
00:14:43
Joining Nadia for another exclusive episode of The DEI Discussions, recorded live at FinTech Connect, is Susana Ponce-Froment, Global Head of Financial & Credit Risk at Tide.
The pair begin with a fascinating exploration of the metaverse, debating its novel nature, but also exploring the relevant use cases of it in the financial services space.
Susana also offers her thoughts on the importance of events such as FinTech Connect. Its ability to unite different industry silos, and provide a platform for diverse audiences to discuss collective opportunities, is unparalleled.
One of the key conversations had at FinTech Connect was around the newness which characterises the space. The industry presents a unique opportunity for us all to drive innovation- and that demands inviting diverse creativity into the space.
Susana shares her thoughts on how we can make diversity of thought the norm in financial services; and create an industry-wide inclusive culture that will catalyse that crucial collective growth.
Thank you Susana for joining us on the Women of FinTech Podcast, live from FinTech Connect.
The DEI Discussions #WomenofFinTech | Meaghan Dampsey, Director of Customer Success at Responsive AI
00:09:22
Joining Nadia on this episode of The DEI Discussions, live from FinTech Connect, is Meaghan Dampsey, Director of Customer Success at Responsive AI.
Being at a hub of FinTech transformation, alongside innovative leaders from the breadth of the industry ecosystem, Meaghan tells us about her experience and the key takeaways from FinTech Connect.
Meaghan guides us through her incredible career journey thus far. Having started in the industry four years ago, knowing nothing about tech and finance, her impressive story is inspiring to all that are looking to enter the sector.
The financial sector is ever-changing- and it is crucial industry accessibility remains central amidst all this. Meghan guides us through the tangible steps we can take to ensure accessibility adapts with the technology, and the tangible steps we can all take to attract a more diverse talent pool.
We need to embrace the challenges, change our mindsets, and welcome all backgrounds and skillsets; creating exciting opportunities whilst crafting a new future for financial services.
Thank you Meaghan for joining us!
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The DEI Discussions #WomenOfFinTech | Jess Houlgrave, Head of Crypto GTM & Strategy at Checkout.com
00:23:28
In this episode of The DEI Discussions #WomenOfFinTech, Nadia speaks with Jess Houlgrave, Head of Crypto GTM & Strategy at checkout.com.
Houlgrave shares her insights on the intersection of crypto and payments, and how the technology behind crypto can revolutionize the landscape. She discusses her journey from investment banking to fintech and the opportunities that crypto offers for a more meritocratic and representative industry.
Houlgrave also talks about the importance of having more senior women in the industry as role models and the power of finding people who share the same passions. She shares her vision for what crypto will look like in the future and compares it to the evolution of the internet.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of payments and the role of women in fintech, particularly in the crypto space.
The DEI Discussions #WomenofFinTech | Julie Chakraverty, Founder at Rungway
00:13:06
Joining Nadia on this episode of The DEI Discussions is Julie Chakraverty, Founder of Rungway.
Julie discusses her impressive journey leading up to Founding Rungway; in 2006 she was named in Management Today’s ‘Top 35 Women Under 35’; and she was recognised in The Times newspaper as the youngest female director of a FTSE-100 company, aged 41.
Rungway is a communication platform where employees and leadership can have open, honest and inclusive conversations. It gives a chance for a more diverse range of voices and topics to be brought to the fore, whether in person or anonymously.
Julie and Nadia hone in on what more can be done in FinTech concerning health, especially women’s health, and what it will take to end the stigma surrounding such conversations.
Thank you Julie for joining us on The DEI Discussions!
The DEI Discussions #HumansofFinTech | David Heron, Head of Standards at Pay.UK
00:20:35
Joining Nadia on this episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast is David Heron, Head of Standards at PAY.UK.
David traces his journey through the payments and financial technology sector, placing people at the centre of this experience. Diversity of thought has been prevalent throughout this journey, and David praises the firms that have welcomed people into the industry from an expansive range of backgrounds.
Having a people strategy that accounts for every person is crucial- and underpinning this is respect; creating an environment where a balance between ownership and accountability is practiced, and giving space for people to grow is central to that.
And practicing respect is David's call to action for the entire industry. Learning and respecting boundaries, being mindful of diversity of backgrounds, and recognising how to implement psychological safety is how we can translate our call for respect into tangible business practice.
Thank you David for joining us on the Humans of FinTech Podcast!
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast | Kimberley Lewis, Renowned Corporate Affairs Executive
00:27:28
On this episode of Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is joined in the studio by Kimberley Lewis, a renowned Corporate Affairs Executive in FinTech.
With a career that has taken her across the globe, Kimberley shares her fascinating career journey; from political campaigning, to working with Cherie Blair, we explore the path Kimberley took to end up in the world of finance.
Now in finance, and with an increased awareness of the gender imbalance beyond our industry, Kimberley shares the work we can all be doing to affect tangible change. Putting a particular emphasis on mentorship, we are reminded just how vital this is to helping everyone pursue a career in FinTech.
Looking at what needs to change at a senior level, Kimberley doesn't shy from the fact that we have years of embedded practices to revise. But by engaging in these difficult conversations, and actively revising mindsets through mentorship and collaboration, we have the ability to change things for the better.
The DEI Discussions #HumansofFinTech | Wasim Mushtaq, Managing Director at 1Consulting Group
00:21:32
Joining Nadia on this episode of the Humans of FinTech Podcast is Wasim Mushtaq, Managing Director at 1Consulting Group.
We open with a very honest conversation about Wasim's journey into the financial technology space. Wasim doesn't come with the typical professional profile, having an educational and personal background that often isn't typically associated with finance. But it is refreshing to hear that this was welcomed- and that support has kickstarted an impressive career.
This support has had a domino effect, and Wasim is active in mentoring the next generation of professionals in the space. Recognising your ability to enact change, and utilising your unique circumstances to change the narrative, is how we can all walk the talk for change in the industry.
The pair explore the further tangible steps you can take to ensure DE&I is a central part of your operations; stressing the importance of having diversity in your team to promote innovation and growth-orientated discussions.
Thank you Wasim for joining us on Humans of FinTech Podcast!
The DEI Discussions #WomenofFinTech | Rukayyat Kolawole, Founder of PaceUP Invest
00:21:18
Joining Nadia on this episode of the The DEI Discussions is Rukayyat Kolawole, Founder of PaceUP Invest.
Rukayyat expresses how challenging it was to move from Nigeria (a country that encourages women to be successful) to the UK, where a distinct male-dominated culture exists in the finance space. Rukayyat has since moved to Germany and that is where she founded PaceUP Invest- and until recently, she was the only black female fintech founder in Germany.
Growing up in a community where women empowered women, she carried those learns and culture forwards, creating PaceUp to help women and underrepresented communities with finance, and encouraging a greater understanding of financial well-being. It also provided Rukayyat with a platform to empower the next generation, and educate them on the role they play in driving change.
Thank you Rukayyat for joining us on the Women of FinTech Podcast!
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