In this episode, host Rob Foley is joined in person by Chris Russell of Tred.
In Brio Digital's Tech for Good podcast, we discuss Tred, a green banking platform based in Leeds. Chris, the Head of Technology for Tred, explains that the platform aims to align with the values of customers who prioritize sustainability. The focus is on providing a banking solution for organizations that are committed to environmental concerns. The conversation delves into the mechanics of Tred and how it functions as a business banking account. Tune in to learn more about this fintech sustainable banking platform.
Key times
00:00:06 - Introduction to the Podcast and Guest
00:00:25 - Chris Russell's Background and Tred Overview
00:01:20 - Tred's Banking Services
00:02:09 - Investment Ethics of Tred
00:02:40 - Carbon Impact Reporting Feature
00:03:30 - Market Challenges and Uniqueness
00:04:00 - Tred's Sustainability and Projects
00:04:52 - Building a Sustainable Banking Platform
00:06:01 - Technology Choices and Open Source
00:06:16 - Recruitment and Company Culture
00:07:14 - Tred's Growth and Development Timeline
00:08:02 - Investor Interest and Business Model
00:09:18 - Tred's Platform Launch Details
00:10:16 - Future Evolution of Tred
00:11:29 - Data and AI in Carbon Reporting
00:12:40 - Standards for Carbon Neutrality
00:13:45 - Establishing Tred as a Trusted Brand
00:14:10 - B Corp Certification Process
00:14:44 - Reinforcing Tech for Good at Tred
00:16:37 - Upcoming Events and Webinars
00:17:25 - The Potential and Future of Tred
00:18:10 - Closing Remarks and Podcast Sign-off
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