In this episode of the Payments Podcast, host Owen McDonald is joined by Richard Ransom, Head of Solutions Consulting at Bottomline, to explore five major B2B payments challenges across vertical markets. From legacy tech and operational risk to fraud, cybersecurity, and modernization, they unpack how different industries are navigating these issues, and why having a payments champion could be the key to futureproofing your processes.

In this episode of the Payments Podcast, Paul McMeekin chats with Jeff Feuerstein of Bottomline about the major shifts in B2B payments - from tackling fraud and enhancing supplier partnerships to leveraging AI and integrated tech. Discover how networks are transforming the payment ecosystem and why CFOs must rethink their payment strategies.

In this episode of the Payments Podcast, Owen McDonald speaks with Amrita Ghanekar, Senior Director at BNY Treasury Services, about the forces driving payments modernization. From SaaS as a strategic enabler to the rise of data-sharing ecosystems and real-time architectures, Amrita shares how banks can unlock agility, personalization, and resilience. Learn how global trends influence innovation and why the future of banking lies in contextual intelligence and customer-centricity.

Sibos 2025 is around the corner, and we've got your sneak peek. Join Owen McDonald and Vitus Rotzer from Bottomline as they break down the likely hot topics for the event - from the seismic ISO 20022 migration shift and G20 goals cross-border payment goals to real-time payments expectations. The focus will be on upgrading legacy and siloed systems to enhance resilience and compliance, combat fraud, and transform automation in banking. If you're into financial messaging, digital banking, or just want to stay ahead in payments, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss.

In this episode of the Payments Podcast, Mandy Miller, Chief Customer Officer at Bottomline, shares how collaboration across the B2B payments ecosystem is driving innovation and resilience.

As banks, fintechs, and payment providers face economic uncertainty, Mandy reveals how strategic partnerships are helping them deliver better customer experiences, unlock new revenue, and stay competitive.

Paul McMeekin talks with Coupa’s Bill Wardwell about how embedded payments are transforming finance. Learn how Coupa and Bottomline are helping businesses streamline supplier payments, reduce fraud, and unlock ROI—all within a seamless user experience. Plus, Bill shares his top advice for CFOs on turning payments into a strategic advantage.

In this episode, Owen McDonald sits down with Rob Stephenson, Director of Risk at PwC, to unpack the findings of PwC’s Global Compliance Survey 2025. Discover how forward-thinking organizations are transforming compliance from a regulatory burden into a driver of innovation, agility, and trust. From AI in fraud detection to embedding compliance by design, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complex world of B2B payments and risk management.

In this insightful episode of the Paymode series, Paul sits down with Patrick Sunday, Chief Accounting Officer at Bottomline, to explore the evolving role of the finance function in today’s fast-paced environment. Patrick shares his experience leading a global finance team, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how finance is transforming from a traditional reporting role into a strategic powerhouse. From leveraging AI and digital transformation to improving KPIs like DSO and closing cycles, Patrick provides practical insights and forward-looking advice for finance leaders navigating economic uncertainty and technological disruption.

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In this episode, we speak with Bottomline’s Mark Bish about how tokenization—beyond PCI DSS—can secure B2B payments, and the importance of not holding customer banking data in spreadsheets or on systems where it’s accessible by employees. Mark shares how replacing bank account data with anonymous tokens, reduces fraud risk, simplifies compliance, and protects against both external and insider threats.

This episode features Andrew Bartolini of Ardent Partners discussing the 2025 State of ePayables report. While accounts payable (AP) has advanced over the past two decades, full automation is still uncommon. Key findings highlight the need for alignment between AP, procurement, and treasury, the underreported fraud risks, and AI\'s growing impact. Reflecting on the report\'s content, Andrew also urges AP teams to transition from transactional roles to more strategic contributions in achieving business goals. Hit play to listen to the interview.