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Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Brian Harkin, Independent Technology Leader at DigitalXform.

In this episode, Brian discusses the high failure rate of digital transformations and emphasises a human-centric approach to address these challenges. 

He proposes innovative strategies and stresses the importance of data-driven decision-making, cross-functional teamwork, and leadership dynamics. 

Brian highlights the need for a cultural shift in organisations towards collaboration and innovation and advocates for a framework that supports small and medium enterprises in their digital transformation journeys.

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Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Ignatius John, Vice President at Broadridge. 

In this episode, Ignatius discusses the significant role of automation and AI in the financial technology industry, particularly in the context of the upcoming T+1 initiative. 

He highlights the urgent need for industry players to adapt to regulatory changes and the importance of technology in risk mitigation and operational efficiency. 

Emphasizing collaboration within the community, Ignatius underscores the importance of joint efforts to tackle these complex challenges, paving the way for future advancements in the sector.

Learn more about the FIX Trading Community and their upcoming events here: https://lnkd.in/edVpdJ4D

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Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Elena Treshcheva, Program Manager & Thomas Toller, Managing Director US at Exactpro. 

In this episode, Elena and Thomas delve into the company's significant role in financial technology testing, highlighting their focus on ensuring operational resilience. 

They stress the critical importance of rigorous testing within the financial technology sector, especially in the context of platform building and transformations, underscoring the need to predict and prevent issues before they arise.

The group also explore the intricate trade-offs involved in protocol integration, shedding light on the ongoing industry efforts to strike a balance between manual and automated processes.

Learn more about the FIX Trading Community and their upcoming events here: https://lnkd.in/edVpdJ4D

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Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Ila Eckhoff, Board Chair at Cerebral Palsy Foundation and MD - Industry and Counterparty Management at BlackRock Inc. 

In this episode, Ila discusses the crucial interplay of people, processes, and platforms in financial services, emphasizing the importance of relationships and effective team management for success.

Ila highlights the significant impact of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, noting that firms with diverse talent are 35% more profitable. Key takeaways include the value of trust, effective leadership, and the human element in leveraging technology for better financial outcomes.

Learn more about the FIX Trading Community and their upcoming events here: https://lnkd.in/edVpdJ4D

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On this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is delighted to welcome Dan Chaplin, Partner at Dawn Capital.

Toby and Dan explore the dynamic fintech investment landscape and uncover why it's a pivotal moment for B2B software investments. 

Tune in to gain valuable insights from Dawn Capital's journey to a remarkable $700 million raise, exploring their strategic approach and success in the fintech ecosystem. 

This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of financial technology and investment trends. Join us to understand the factors driving the current investment climate and the opportunities it presents in the evolving world of fintech.

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Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Ram Gopal, Director of the Gillmore Centre Warwick Business School.

In this episode, Ram discusses the significant skills gap in the FinTech industry, emphasising the need for improved education and industry-academia collaboration. 

Ram highlights Gillmore Centre’s mission which focuses on research in blockchain, AI, and creating immersive educational experiences using AR and VR.

The pair discuss the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in education and the need for synchronised efforts among academia, industry, and government to address challenges and harness opportunities in FinTech.

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Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Jon Butler, Co-Founder and CEO at Velox. 

In this episode, Jon highlights the importance of combining buying and building strategies for development platforms to foster innovation in banking technology. 

The pair address the need for modernization in the industry, citing outdated infrastructure and the conservative nature of the market. 

Jon also discusses the impact of regulations and the necessity for investment banks to adapt to the changing technological landscapes.

Learn more about the FIX Trading Community and their upcoming events here.

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​Today's podcast, with Michael Walford-Grant, offers a deep dive into the world of sales, drawing on his extensive experience that began in 1987. 

As a seasoned sales professional and author of "Sales Unplugged," Michael shares insights from his journey, starting at NCR and evolving through various roles including "first person in" for foreign companies in the UK.

His unique perspective on sales effectiveness, honed over decades in various environments, is invaluable for anyone in B2B sales or business leadership.

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On this episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby welcomes Michael Rude, Co-Founder and CEO of Automated Data Inc., to the show.

Toby and Michael discuss Michael’s own journey as a founder, creating a tech start-up after a career at the likes of Goldman Sachs and Refinitiv, and how he adjusted to making the leap from such big names to creating something new as part of a team of six.

Michael’s story also delves into how ADI came up with its solution, what differentiates it from its competition and how they have managed to transform complexity into simplicity through their work. He also shares some valuable pearls of wisdom as a founder, which aren’t to be missed.

This episode is a must-listen for any budding founders with an idea, identifying a gap in the market and the right solution to plug that gap.

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Live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference, Toby is joined by Joseph Lo, Head of Enterprise Platforms at Broadridge. 

In this insightful episode, Joseph delves into the transformative impact of AI on trading and post-trade workflows. He emphasises the need to shift from mere discussions about AI to its practical implementation, showcasing Broadridge's achievements in advanced reconciliation and pre-trade analytics.

The pair also explore the swift evolution of generative AI and delves into the hurdles of building trust and driving adoption within the dynamic landscape of the financial industry.

Learn more about the FIX Trading Community and their upcoming events here.

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