The Payments Podium

Fighting Fraud & Championing Human Rights With Ian Mitchell


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In this inspiring episode, Ian, a seasoned fraud fighter with 25 years in banking, shares his multifaceted journey. Beyond his professional role as the head of fraud in several banks, Ian is also the founder of a nonprofit, The Knoble, dedicated to combating human crimes like trafficking and child exploitation. Ian's mission is deeply rooted in making a positive difference in the world through his unique skills and quirky personality. He reflects on his career realization that behind each financial transaction, there could be a human being being exploited, thus shifting his focus to fighting human crimes. Ian discusses the financial motivations behind various human crimes, including scams, human trafficking, child exploitation, and elder financial abuse. He emphasizes the crucial role of the financial industry in this fight, given its intersection with these crimes through payment mechanisms. Ian's initiative, The Knoble, is a collaborative effort involving financial service executives and law enforcement worldwide, focusing on data and transaction monitoring to protect people. He encourages listeners to bring their whole selves to their work and engage with their communities to make a difference, highlighting the power of leveraging professional skills for social good. Ian's story is a testament to the impact one can have by combining professional expertise with a heart for humanity.
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