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Fintech Combine episodes
- đź’° How This Fintech Startup is Changing Wealth Management!
In this episode of The Fintech Combine, host Kris Kovacs sits down with Josh Herman, CEO and Co-Founder of CU Wealth Next, to discuss how credit unions can leverage fintech partnerships to stay competitive. Josh shares insights into investing in WealthTech solutions, bridging the gap between credit unions and cutting-edge financial services, and creating opportunities for the next generation of members.
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31 min - Is Blockchain the Key to Credit Union Innovation? Find Out Here
In this episode of Fintech Combine, host Kris Kovac sits down with Frank Mazza from Metallicus and John Ainsworth from Metal CUSO to explore how blockchain is revolutionizing credit unions. They discuss the real-world applications of Metal Blockchain, including faster payments, smart contracts, fraud prevention, and the rise of stablecoins. Tune in to discover why 2025 could be a pivotal year for credit unions embracing blockchain technology!
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26 min - Why Small Businesses Need Better Banking—and How to Deliver It
Host Kris Kovac talks with Jacob Bennett, co-founder of Crux Analytics, about transforming how community financial institutions serve small businesses. Discover how Crux uses data and analytics to strengthen banker-client relationships, their platform’s evolution, and insights into the future of fintech and AI in banking.
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37 min - Talent for Tomorrow: How Credit Unions Can Recruit and Thrive!
Welcome to a fresh episode of "The Fintech Combine" where we dive into the transformative role of talent management in shaping the future of credit unions. Join host Kris Kovacs and guest Jill Nowacki, CEO of Humandei, as they explore strategies for recruiting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent in the evolving financial landscape. Discover how credit unions can build inclusive, innovative workplaces that not only attract top talent but also prepare their organizations for future challenges. Don't miss these insights on creating dynamic and resilient teams that drive organizational success. Subscribe for more discussions that merge leadership, innovation, and the spirit of community in finance.
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51 min - Twas the Year of Fintech: Outtakes, Insights, and Holiday Highlights
Join us for a special year-end episode of The Fintech Combine as we celebrate a remarkable year of fintech conversations. In this festive recap, we revisit unforgettable guest insights, outtakes, and powerful moments that made 2024 an extraordinary journey. From industry leaders sharing visionary ideas to behind-the-scenes bloopers that kept us laughing, this episode is a heartfelt thank-you to our listeners and guests.
Grab some cocoa, settle in, and relive the year that was—because fintech is more than just business; it’s about the people and stories that inspire innovation.Follow the Pod:
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13 min - What Credit Unions Can Learn from Fintech Giants w/ Samantha Paxson
Host Kris Kovac chats with Samantha Paxton about how credit unions can adopt fintech strategies to compete in 2025. From member-centric design to leveraging AI and breaking down silos, discover actionable ways to drive growth and deepen member relationships.
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1 hr 3 min - The Former NFL Star Helping Credit Unions Score Big with Gen Z
In this episode of The Fintech Combine, host Kris Kovacs sits down with Ben Malena, former NFL running back and co-founder of AlgoPear, a fintech company revolutionizing how credit unions engage Millennials and Gen Z with embedded finance solutions. Ben shares his inspiring journey from professional football to tackling challenges in community banking and building innovative investment tools for the underserved communities.
Learn how Algopear could help credit unions increase deposits, drive member engagement, and create new revenue streams through personalized financial literacy tools and AI-driven investment platforms. Ben dives into his entrepreneurial journey, his passion for serving the underserved, and his vision for credit unions to stay competitive in the era of fintech transformation.
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32 min - Inside the Speed Rounds: Fintech Solutions for Credit Unions
In this episode, we dive into the Credit Union Technology Council Conference, where top fintech innovators showcased groundbreaking solutions in the speed rounds competition. From AI-powered customer service and digital tax assistance to tools for enhancing financial wellness and retirement planning, these fintechs are revolutionizing the ways credit unions engage and support their members. Join us as we explore the highlights, learn how these technologies can drive growth, and discover why fintech partnerships are key to future-proofing community financial institutions.
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23 min - How One Man is Revolutionizing Taxes for Hispanic Communities
In this episode, we sit down with Simon, the founder of MasRefund, to explore his inspiring journey from Army linguist to fintech entrepreneur. Simon shares how his experiences in addiction recovery, mental health advocacy, and tax prep led to the creation of MasRefund, an AI-powered app designed to make tax filing easy for underserved communities, particularly immigrants and the Hispanic population. We also discuss how credit unions can partner with fintech to better serve their members. Tune in for insights on purpose-driven innovation!
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29 min - Spotlight on Innovation: 10 Fintech Leaders Preview Their VentureTech Pitches
In this episode, we preview the 2024 VentureTech Conference, where 16 fintechs will present innovative solutions to credit unions and venture capitalists. Several fintech founders share insights on their companies, challenges faced, and expectations for the conference. The discussions focus on how these fintechs aim to support credit unions, enhance financial services, and drive innovation in the industry.
Remember to register and join us at VentureTech 2024 - https://myventuretech.com/Follow the Pod:
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About Fintech Combine
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The Fintech Combine is a podcast for credit union leaders, fintech founders, and financial services innovators. Hosted by Kris Kovacs, it explores digital banking, payments, AI, core systems, and open…
banking. Each episode features real-world insights, fintech strategy, and practical lessons to help credit unions innovate, grow, and better serve members in a rapidly evolving financial ecosystem.