FinTech Focus TV – Powered by Harrington Starr

On this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, Ian is joined by marketing legends within the space at Payal Raina’s FinTech B2B Marketing Conference in April. 

Ian spoke with Payal Raina, Rashee Pandey, Emmy Granström, Meredith Odgers, Sumeet Vermani, Natasha Gay, Mia Mohammad, Georgie Taylor, Michael Borrelli, Shelia Mitham and Vanessa Lovatt about the significant role of marketing in driving growth and innovation in the FinTech industry.

This episode emphasises that effective marketing is essential for FinTechs to differentiate themselves, build trust, and orchestrate comprehensive solutions in a competitive and rapidly changing industry.

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Ross Kolodyazhnyi, CEO of DCM and CTPO at Calyptus. Ross shares his journey from digitalising banks in Eastern Europe to leading fintech innovations at Wirex and now as CEO of DCM. 

He discusses his role in integrating blockchain with traditional banking and emphasises the importance of transparency and interoperability in financial transactions. 

Tune in to learn about DCM's upcoming product launch and Ross' vision for the future of fintech, which aims to revolutionise payment processes without compromising efficiency and security.

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Toby Babb welcomes Tom Lazenga and Steve Roe from TNS. 

Tom, head of the financial markets business, and Steve, the founder of West Highland, discuss the recent acquisition of West Highland by TNS. 

They share insights on the strategic motivations behind the merger, the importance of maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit, and the impact on market data operations. The pair also share valuable knowledge about the synergies created by this merger, the benefits for clients, and the exciting prospects for global expansion. 

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in business acquisitions, market data solutions, and the dynamic world of Financial Technology careers and business. 

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Ian welcomes Katerina Rabava, Marketing Head at Tata Consultancy Services, to the show at the Harrington Starr booth at the FinTech B2B Marketing Conference event.

Katerina emphasises how marketing goes beyond traditional boundaries to drive innovation and growth, especially in a post-COVID world where it transcends being merely a 'colouring department.'

Exploring the role of AI in marketing, Katerina emphasises its role as an enabler rather than just a tool. The pair also explore how events like marathons help humanise technology, enhancing customer engagement through experiential storytelling.

Katerina discusses marketing's key role in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, showing how purpose-driven brands achieve meaningful engagement and social impact.

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Ian welcomes Ion Fratiloiu, Founder & CEO of Finkr to the show.

Ion discusses Finkr’s role in assisting fintech companies, lenders, and technology firms to scale up or enter the UK market.

He highlights the company's dual focus: consulting on business strategy, product, and technology integration, and facilitating capital raising through equity and debt. 

The pair discuss the evolving landscape of AI and technology in financial services, emphasising the importance of modernising infrastructure to fully realise AI's potential. Additionally, Ion explores the human capital challenges within the fintech sector and the innovative approaches Finkr employs to deliver value to its clients.

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Rukayyat Kolawole, Founder and CEO of PaceUp Invest. Rukayyat shares her journey from investment banking to launching her own fintech company, inspired by personal experiences and cultural influences.

In this episode, she highlights the importance of financial literacy and inclusion, focusing on underserved groups such as women and underrepresented communities. 

The pair discuss leveraging technology, including AI, to democratise financial planning and wealth management, making these services accessible and efficient for a broader audience.

Rukayyat also elaborates on the challenges and triumphs of starting a fintech company in a conservative landscape, emphasising the power of resilience, networking, and the need for scalable technology platforms that support diverse financial products and enhance user experiences across various demographics.

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

Join us for a special episode of FinTech Focus TV, recorded live at the FinTech B2B Marketing Conference in London.

Host Ian Bailey sits down with Lord Chris Holmes, who has spent over a decade in the House of Lords championing technology for public good.

They dive deep into the transformative potential of AI and tokenisation in the FinTech sector. Lord Holmes emphasises the importance of understanding and leveraging these technologies not just for their novelty but for real, human-centered solutions.

They also discuss the crucial role of marketing and legislation in driving forward these innovations.

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby Babb welcomes Huw Davies, Co-Founder & CEO of Ozone API. 

In this episode, Huw discusses Ozone API’s growth and the global expansion of open banking and open finance. He explains how Ozone API supports banks worldwide by simplifying open API implementation.

Huw highlights the transformative potential of open banking, comparing it to the widespread use of Google Maps. He notes that robust APIs help banks distribute products more efficiently and enhance customer experience.

Huw also emphasises the importance of maintaining a strong company culture during rapid growth. He shares insights into Ozone API’s thoughtful hiring and onboarding processes to ensure alignment with the company’s values.

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

Welcome to a special episode of FinTech Focus TV, hosted by Ian Bailey and recorded live at the Harrington Starr booth at FinTech B2B Marketing Conference in London.

In this insightful discussion, we're joined by Karen Ching, Global ISV Sales Lead at Amazon Web Services (AWS), focusing on Global Financial Services. 

Karen delves deep into the unique challenges and opportunities within the fintech sector, particularly how AWS collaborates with various firms to innovate and co-sell in the cloud. 

She explores AWS's comprehensive approach from building to marketing and selling, emphasising the importance of customer-centric solutions and continuous improvement. 

Karen also shares emerging trends in financial services, including core modernisation, advancements in payment systems, and the impact of generative AI on banking. 

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and finance, providing a behind-the-scenes look at how big tech supports and drives fintech innovation!

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr. For more episodes, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Ian welcomes Rehan Ashraf, Relationship and Development Team Lead at ACE Money Transfer to the show at the Harrington Starr booth, PAY360 event, Excel London.

Rehan shares his journey at ACE Money Transfer, from its origins in a small Bolton shop to its evolution into a cutting-edge digital FinTech platform.

He delves into his role, emphasising the importance of nurturing partnerships with banking and financial trading entities to facilitate global money remittance. Rehan emphasises how these collaborations are crucial for the business's operations and growth, reflecting on how the industry's openness to partnerships has propelled their success.

Rehan discusses ACE’s expansion strategies into new markets such as the United States and the Middle East, emphasising their focus on acquiring necessary licenses and enhancing services globally. He highlights the platform's rapid transaction speeds and competitive rates, aimed at improving customer experience worldwide.

FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com