Pensions run on data, and it's vital to make sure that data is robust enough to trust with people’s futures.

In this Sense of Identity episode, we speak with Sam Drye, Managing Director, and David Rich, Chief Data Officer at Mortality Manifest, a specialist data service that helps financial organisations address the complex realities of mortality, tracing, and overseas members.

Together, we explore why pensions data is under more pressure than ever, how poor records translate into real risk for schemes and savers, and what it takes to build a data strategy that can stand up to scrutiny.

Learn more on our website: https://www.beyondencryption.com/blog/pensions-data-crisis-mortality-manifest

Most of us left school knowing more about Pythagoras than payslips - and we are still living with the consequences.

In this episode of A Sense of Identity, we speak with Leon Ward, CEO of Money Ready, a charity working across classrooms, youth clubs, and workplaces to help people build practical financial skills.

Leon talks about what compulsory financial education could mean for England, why teachers will need as much support as pupils, and how to help a generation growing up contactless, online, and targeted by everything from influencers to in-game spending nudges.

Learn more on our website.

Smart Data could redefine how the UK shares information - but only if trust keeps pace with innovation.

In this episode, we talk to Liz Brandt and Nick Cabrera, Co-Founders of Ctrl-Shift, a consultancy helping organisations build trusted, people-centred data ecosystems.

Liz and Nick discuss how Smart Data can move beyond open banking, why consistent consent journeys are essential for trust, and what a sustainable governance model could look like.

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Buying a home is exciting, but in the UK it’s also one of the most stressful things people go through.

Angela Hesketh, Head of Market Development at PEXA, joined us to talk about how her company is tackling that problem by bringing lessons from Australia to the UK.

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What does it really cost when compliance failures move from back-office oversight to front-page news?

Issues like PPI compensation, pension errors, and car finance mis-selling continue to drive significant remediation activity across financial services.

In this episode of Sense of Identity, RiskPod founders Mark and John examine the underlying causes of regulatory breaches, why exposure persists despite increased scrutiny, and how a scalable, intelligence-led model is reshaping institutional response.

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What if financial services were built to include everyone, not just the few?

In this episode of the Sense of Identity podcast, we sit down with CEO Mark McAlpine and Head of Proposition & Innovation Kerry Nicolaides.

Together at Not The Odd One Out, Mark and Kerry are helping mutuals, credit unions, and cooperatives modernise through shared services, collaborative strategy, and inclusive innovation.

Their goal? To make financial services fairer, more accessible, and digitally capable - without losing sight of the communities they serve.

Learn more: https://www.beyondencryption.com/blog/how-credit-unions-are-going-digital

We sat down with Mike Wimbridge, Managing Director at Pantaenius UK, a leading yacht insurance broker with a history stretching back to 1899.

Mike shared how Pantaenius grew from its roots in Germany to become a major global player in yacht coverage.

We discussed the joy and challenge of insuring boats of all sizes, and why personal service is just as important today as it was decades ago.

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In this episode of our Sense of Identity podcast, we sit down with Chris Schutrups, founder of The Mortgage Hut, to discuss his dynamic entrepreneurial journey in the mortgage and finance industry. With an extensive background in both finance and hospitality, Chris shares valuable insights on customer-centric business strategies and the importance of leveraging technology for growth.

Chris brings a wealth of experience, having led The Mortgage Hut to become one of the UK's leading mortgage advice brands.

His journey also includes significant roles in the UAE's mortgage market and ventures in the hospitality industry.

Key Takeaways:

Learn more: https://www.beyondencryption.com/blog/customer-focus-and-tech-chris-schutrups

In this episode of our Sense of Identity podcast, we sit down with Sam Howell, Senior Associate at Burges Salmon, to discuss the increasingly vital role of cybersecurity in the pensions sector. With a significant rise in cyber threats targeting pension schemes, it's crucial to understand how to safeguard member data and comply with regulatory guidance.

Sam brings her extensive expertise in pensions industry cybersecurity to shed light on the evolving landscape of risk and regulation, and shares practical advice for trustees and administrators.

Key Takeaways:

- Regulatory Changes: Recent updates from the Pensions Regulator emphasise a shift from best practices to mandatory compliance for cybersecurity measures in pension schemes.

- Essential Steps for Cyber Resilience: Implementing a cybersecurity policy, an incident response plan, and regular training are crucial for pension schemes to mitigate cyber risks.

- Proportionality in Cybersecurity: Smaller pension schemes can achieve substantial cyber resilience with sensible and proportionate measures, tailored to their specific needs and resources.

Learn more: https://www.beyondencryption.com/blog/cybersecurity-pensions-breaking-down-regulatory-guidance

In this instalment of the Sense Of Identity podcast, we delve into the transformative impact of digital engagement in the financial services industry with Ian Beestin and John Glover, co-founders of the award-winning video engagement platform, Money Alive.

Ian Beestin, co-founder of Money Alive, brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles as Marketing Director at Tilney and founder of the ISA Shop Ltd. He is also a member of the secretariat to the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Pension Scams, a keen musician, and a specialist contributor to the Oxford English Dictionary.

John Glover, co-founder and Strategic Accounts Director of Money Alive, has an extensive background in financial services, having co-founded Asset.tv Ltd and held significant roles such as Framlington's UK Sales Director and Sales Director for F&C. His expertise spans fund management, sales, and RegTech innovations.

Key Takeaways:

Learn more: https://www.beyondencryption.com/blog/innovating-financial-engagement-ian-john-money-alive