On the final #TurntoTech episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Vanessa Vallely, OBE - CEO & Founder of WeAreTheCity and WeAreTechWomen, for a powerful conversation on the role of connection, community, and confidence in helping more women pivot into digital careers.

From building networks that accelerate opportunity to creating safe spaces for women in tech, Vanessa shares deeply practical, inspiring advice for anyone looking to make the leap into digital, or support those who are.

'Turn to Tech' is a special 12-part podcast series powered by FinTech's DEI Discussions podcast, in partnership with the City of London Corporation and Women Pivoting to Digital Taskforce.

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On this #TurntoTech episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Kate Thompson, Board Member of the Women Pivoting to Digital Task Force, to explore the power of mental wealth, happiness at work, and why well-being must sit at the heart of every career pivot.

Kate shares a brilliant mix of science, lived experience and real-world leadership insight, from her behavioural science background to her work empowering women to thrive in digital careers. This conversation is full of practical advice, tangible evidence, and real stories of transformation.

'Turn to Tech' is a special 12-part podcast series powered by FinTech's DEI Discussions podcast, in partnership with the City of London Corporation and Women Pivoting to Digital Taskforce.

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

On this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with John Archbold, a professional overthinker for AI ethics, governance and the intersection of technology operations. This conversation dives into digital colonialism, the unseen labour behind AI, hiring bias, and how algorithms are quietly removing humanity from decision-making. 

John challenges leaders to rethink responsible leadership, explains why employee networks must influence AI governance, and asks us all to consider how technology impacts marginalised communities in real time, not in theory.

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In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Diederik Geeraerts, CEO of Taskize, for an insightful conversation about the realities of modern leadership, the importance of genuine inclusion, the value of intergenerational knowledge, and why putting people first matters more than ever as AI reshapes our industry.

What does truly inclusive leadership look like in a rapidly changing FinTech landscape? And how do we build workplaces that are genuinely future ready?

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

On this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Tim Pointer, Chief People Officer & Operating Partner at Three Hills, to explore the people-first strategies driving scalable, inclusive growth.

From leading transformation across global teams to championing purpose-led cultures, Tim shares practical insights every leader needs to hear.

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

Ahead of FinTech Connect 2025, Nadia sits down with Dave Birch, international keynote speaker, author, advisor, commentator, and investor in digital financial services.

From the future of digital identity to the rise of AI-enabled fraud (and how cryptography might just save us), Dave shares sharp insights on what real inclusion in FinTech should look like, and why imagination matters just as much as technology.

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On the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Laura Wilson, Technology Project Manager at FinTrU, for a powerful conversation on confidence, career transitions, and creating digital access for all.

From returning to work after a career break to navigating regional challenges in Northern Ireland, Laura’s story is a reminder that turning to tech doesn’t require a technical past, just the right support, structure, and mindset.

'Turn to Tech' is a special 12-part podcast series powered by FinTech's DEI Discussions podcast, in partnership with the City of London Corporation and Women Pivoting to Digital Taskforce.

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

In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Lorin D'Costa, Founder of She Plays To Win UK, and Rashmi Prabhakar, Head of SaaS Transformation at Temenos.

Together, they explore how chess is helping girls build the skills, resilience, and confidence that translate directly into STEM carereers and future leadership roles in FinTech. 

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