Best Finovate Podcasts (2025)

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EP 259: Andrew Reese, Solda.ai 17:09

5d ago17:09

17:09

I’m sold! – connecting with FinovateSpring Best of Show winner Solda.ai on their award-winning solution. Detailed Summary: In this Finovate podcast episode, host Greg interviews Andrew Reese, the U.S. go-to-market lead for Solda.ai, a FinovateSpring Best of Show winner. Solda builds artificial intelligence sales representatives that help financial …

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Off the Stage at Finovate Spring 2025 // Maya Mikhailov, Jason Henrichs & Andy Ivankovich 31:01

19d ago31:01

31:01

Forget the keynote fluff and polished demo, this episode of Fintech Hustle drops you straight onto a sun-drenched San Diego balcony with the real players of Finovate Spring 2025. Host Sam Kilmer is joined by fintech rockstars Maya Mikhailov (SAVVI AI), Jason Henrichs (Alloy Labs), and Andy Ivankovich (Baker Hill) for a breakdown of what’s actually …

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EP 258: Craig McLaughlin and Baron Conway, Finalytics 20:40

12d ago20:40

20:40

True personalization is here – connecting with FinovateSpring Best of Show winner Finalytics on their award-winning solution. Detailed Summary: This episode of the Finovate Podcast features Craig McLaughlin (CEO) and Baron Conway (CSO) of Finalytics, a Best of Show winner at FinovateSpring. They join host Greg Palmer to talk about how their platfor…

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EP 257: Javier Perez, VASS Financial Services 18:56

19d ago18:56

18:56

FinovateSpring keynoter Javier Perez on taking AI out of the experimental and scaling it up for maximum impact. Detailed Summary: In this episode of the Finovate Podcast, Javier Perez, Global Director at VASS Financial Services, shares key insights from his recent keynote at FinovateSpring. He emphasizes that although AI holds immense potential for…

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EP 256: Matthew Le Merle, Blockchain Coinvestors 21:46

1M ago21:46

21:46

Blockchain at a key inflection point – where we are now in the innovation cycle, what’s coming next, and where to find your next opportunity. Detailed Summary: In this episode of the Finovate Podcast, host Greg Palmer chats with Matthew Le Merle of Blockchain Coinvestors about the current state and trajectory of blockchain technology. He explains t…

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EP 255: Nick Evens, Curql 19:37

1M ago19:37

19:37

Exploring CU-specific fintech solutions, with a preview of the CU Spotlight session at FinovateSpring. Detailed Summary: In this episode of the Finovate Podcast, host Greg Palmer interviews Nick Evens, President and CEO of Curql, ahead of FinovateSpring. Nick shares his journey from working within credit unions to leading Curql, a strategic investm…

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EP 254: Naga Rishyendar, Discover FS 19:25

2M ago19:25

19:25

Building and growing winning teams – thoughts from a seasoned fintech leader on managing high-performing engineering teams. Detailed Summary: In this episode Naga Rishyender, Manager of Software Engineering at Discover Financial Services, shares his thoughts on building and managing high-performing engineering teams in the fast-evolving fintech spa…

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EP 253: Walter Mendenhall, Help With My Loan 20:09

2M ago20:09

20:09

Former pro athlete and founder of the Male Mogul Initiative Walter Mendenhall on the recent acquisition of Help With My Loan, and the importance of fair access to credit. Detailed Summary: In this episode of the Finovate Podcast, host Greg Palmer talks with Walter Mendenhall, founder of the Male Mogul Initiative, a Chicago-based nonprofit aimed at …

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EP 252: Ohad Kotler and Lior Vernia, Tweezr 21:16

2M ago21:16

21:16

Innovate without needing to update your legacy tech stack. FinovateEurope Best of Show winner Tweezr explains how. Detailed episode description: In this episode, Greg sits down with FinovateEurope Best of Show winner Tweezr to learn more about their innovative approach to maintaining and modifying complex legacy systems. Co-founders Ohad Kotler and…

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Exploring Fintech Trends at AFT Conference // Alex McLeod, Ben Metz & Will Bryant 25:34

2M ago25:34

25:34

In this episode of the Fintech Hustle podcast, host Sam Kilmer sits down live at the AFT Spring Conference with Alex McLeod (CEO, Parlay Finance), Ben Metz (CTO/CDO, Jack Henry), and Will Bryant (COO, Quantalytix) for a high-energy conversation about the future of financial services. The panel dives into key fintech trends, including the real-world…

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EP 251: Tobin Broadfoot, Keyless 17:23

2M ago17:23

17:23

FinovateEurope Best of Show winner Keyless on using facial recognition without storing sensitive biometric data on a specific device. Detailed Summary: In this episode, Tobin Broadfoot and host Greg Palmer highlight the challenges of traditional authentication methods, such as remembering passwords and using SMS one-time passcodes, which are both i…

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EP 250: Márk Hetenyi, R34DY 17:18

2M ago17:18

17:18

Streamlining complex system integrations with FinovateEurope Best of Show winner R34DY. Detailed summary: in this episode, host Greg Palmer speaks with Márk Katenyi, CEO and founder of R34DY, a company that won Best of Show at FinovateEurope. The two talk about Ablements, an integration platform designed for banks and financial institutions to simp…

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EP 249: Carey Ransom, BankTech Ventures 21:53

3M ago21:53

21:53

A different approach to connecting community banks with fintechs, and predictions for the coming yearBy Finovate Podcast

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EP 248: Ami Iceman, MSU FCU 20:12

3M ago20:12

20:12

Collaboration and co-creation between fintechs and credit unions – a recap of a FinovateEurope conversation, and a preview of FinovateSpringBy Finovate Podcast

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EP 247: Andy Wisbey, Plotly 16:15

3M ago16:15

16:15

AI, data apps, and a preview of FinovateEurope.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 246: Devon Kirk, Portage Capital Solutions 19:13

4M ago19:13

19:13

The investment landscape, IPO and M&A predictions, and what to expect in 2025.By Finovate Podcast

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Insights from the Acquire or Be Acquired Conference // Margaret Hartigan, Nikhil Lakhanpal & Todd Schell 27:13

4M ago27:13

27:13

The Acquire or Be Acquired conference was buzzing with optimism, big ideas, and strategic conversations about the future of banking. In this episode of Fintech Hustle, host Sam Kilmer and co-host Al Dominick sit down for an unscripted discussion with Margaret Hartigan (Founder & CEO, Marstone), Nikhil Lakhanpal (Co-founder, Narmi), and Todd Schell …

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EP 245: Will Martino, Kadena 20:13

4M ago20:13

20:13

Crypto, the SEC, and what shifting regulations mean for the fintech industry.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 244: Janusz Mieloszyk and Lukasz Gajewski of Nest Bank 22:15

4M ago22:15

22:15

FinovateFall Best of Show winner Nest on their partnership with Efigence, conversational banking, and the future of customer serviceBy Finovate Podcast

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EP 243: Rory Tanner, Revolut 19:23

5M ago19:23

19:23

Neobanks, 2025 predictions, and a preview of FinovateEuropeBy Finovate Podcast

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Kicking off 2025 with Lee Farabaugh, Brendan Tansill and Hank Seale 44:53

5M ago44:53

44:53

The first Fintech Hustle episode of the year kicks off with host Sam Kilmer and co-host Stacy Bryant joined by industry leaders Lee Farabaugh (Monarch), Brendan Tansill (Candescent), and Hank Seale (Hapax). This lively discussion dives into the dynamic world of fintech, covering the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the industry …

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EP 242: Mary Ellen Iskenderian, Women’s World Banking 19:24

5M ago19:24

19:24

Expanding credit for women entrepreneurs in the Global South, and how fintech can help.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 241: Shannon Saccocia, NB Private Wealth 18:53

6M ago18:53

18:53

Exploring opportunities and challenges in fintech for private wealthBy Finovate Podcast

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EP 240: Lark Davis, Wealth Mastery 19:11

6M ago19:11

19:11

Cryptocurrency in 2025 – where we are now, and what’s coming nextBy Finovate Podcast

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Fintech Hustle Flashback: Key Insights from 2024 57:31

6M ago57:31

57:31

In this episode of Fintech Hustle, Sam gathers his team of co-hosts (Ron Shevlin, Stacey Bryant, Al Dominick and Mary Wisniewski) to reflect on the key themes and highlights from the past year in the fintech industry, by looking back at memorable moments from the podcast over the last 12 months. They discuss the significance of deposits, the role o…

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EP 239: Kamran Ansari, Kapital Ventures 19:00

6M ago19:00

19:00

Is fintech too crowded? A high-level examination of the ecosystem now, and where we’re going from here.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 238: Neepa Patel, Themis 16:56

7M ago16:56

16:56

FinovateFall Best of Show winner Themis on compliance administration and avoiding becoming a target for regulatorsBy Finovate Podcast

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EP 237: Rithwik Pattikonda, CardLift 17:25

7M ago17:25

17:25

FinovateFall Best of Show winner CardLift on opportunities coming from payment through browser extensionsBy Finovate Podcast

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The Future of Security in Fintech with Parilee Wang, Charles Potts & Joe Cody 38:50

7M ago38:50

38:50

In this episode of the Fintech Hustle podcast, host Sam Kilmer and co-host Mary Wisniewski sit down with guests Parilee Wang (Alloy), Charles Potts (ICBA, BankTech Ventures), and Joe Cody (Q2) to chat about the exciting world of fintech. They dive into what a typical day looks like for fintech pros, how banking and tech are blending, and why respon…

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EP 236: Daniel Ahn and Joseph Ahn, Delfi 19:13

7M ago19:13

19:13

FinovateFall 2024 Best of Show winners Delfi on the dangers of balance sheet risk and its macroeconomic impact.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 235: Steven Reider, Bancography 18:38

8M ago18:38

18:38

FinovateFall Best of Show winner Bancography on the importance of physical branches and making sure they’re in the right placesBy Finovate Podcast

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EP 234: Milind Borkar, Illuma 18:19

8M ago18:19

18:19

FinovateFall Best of Show winner Illuma on call-center security and AI-based fraudBy Finovate Podcast

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EP 233: Nathan Pinto, Credit Mountain 16:30

8M ago16:30

16:30

FinovateFall Best of Show winner Credit Mountain on the “warm decline” and relationship-buildingBy Finovate Podcast

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Insights from the AFT Fall Summit // Sarah Fankhauser, Melissa Kopp, Jacob Bouer 26:01

8M ago26:01

26:01

In this episode of the FinTech Hustle podcast, host Sam Kilmer and co-host Al Dominick engage with industry leaders Melissa Kopp (Neural Payments), Sarah Fankhauser (DCI), and Jacob Bouer (Array) at the AFT Fall Summit. The conversation explores their daily experiences in the FinTech sector, insights gained from the conference, especially from Apri…

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EP 232: Mart Vos, Eko 18:48

8M ago18:48

18:48

FinovateFall Best of Show winner Eko on a new approach to bringing investing capabilities inside FIsBy Finovate Podcast

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EP 231: Elizabeth Osborne, Great Lakes CU 19:59

9M ago19:59

19:59

Successfully onboarding third-party fintechs, from strategizing, to selection, to implementation.By Finovate Podcast

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Barb MacLean, Danny Payne and Nick Evens at Finovate Fall 2024 17:45

9M ago17:45

17:45

In this episode of the Fintech Hustle podcast, host Sam Kilmer and co-host Stacey Bryant chat with Barb MacLean (Coastal Community Bank), Danny Payne (Jack Henry), and Nick Evens (Curql Collective) at the Finovate Fall conference about their roles in the fintech industry. They discuss topics such as enabling community banks through technology, mode…

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EP 230: Max Grande, Onbe 19:10

9M ago19:10

19:10

Why you should be thinking about B2C payments.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 229: Howard Xiao, VGS 15:40

9M ago15:40

15:40

Payments, security, and the importance of staying flexible as an innovator.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 228: John Driscoll, Naked Development 18:16

9M ago18:16

18:16

Unicorn or Cash Cow? Building a company for the exit you want.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 227: Colby Mangers and Christine Martin, Everbank 21:27

10M ago21:27

21:27

Insights from senior bankers on digital transformation and how fintechs can stand out from the crowd.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 226: Kelly Fryer, Fintech Sandbox 17:52

10M ago17:52

17:52

Exploring Fintech Sandbox and the importance of making data available to early-stage fintechsBy Finovate Podcast

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EP 225: Jeff Trammell, Merchants and Marine Bank 17:32

10M ago17:32

17:32

Cannabis banking and community banks: one COO’s perspective on implementing a new program.By Finovate Podcast

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Allison Cerra, Laura Broderick, Sam Das & Brian Bauer 45:27

10M ago45:27

45:27

In this episode of Fintech Hustle, host Sam Kilmer and co-host Mary Wisniewski are joined by a panel of guests including Allison Cerra (Alkami), Laura Broderick (Abrigo), Sam Das (TruStage Ventures), and Brian Bauer (Revio), where they discuss the impact of generational shifts on financial institutions, the need for data strategy and AI implementat…

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EP 224: Rita Martins, Author of Web3 in Financial Services 17:18

10M ago17:18

17:18

Understanding Web3, how it’s changing financial services, and what you should be doing now.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 223: Alex Harris, Fiat Ventures 19:06

11M ago19:06

19:06

2024 mid-year review, tips for founders, and a discussion about what’s next for the fintech industry.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 222: Maya Mikhailov, Savvi AI 15:57

11M ago15:57

15:57

FinovateSpring Best of Show winner on Savvi AI on bringing concrete value to banks through AI.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 221: Gwyneth Borden, Remynt 20:55

11M ago20:55

20:55

FinovateSpring Best of Show winner Remynt on the future of debt collection and credit-rebuilding.By Finovate Podcast

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EP 220: Lukas Haffer, Cascading AI 19:51

11M ago19:51

19:51

FinovateSpring Best of Show winner Cascading AI on how AI is dramatically impacting SMB loan origination.By Finovate Podcast

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Nicky Senyard and Ted Brown at Financial Brand Forum 2024 with Guest Co-Host Ron Shevlin 37:09

12M ago37:09

37:09

In this conversation, Sam Kilmer, Ron Shevlin, Nicky Senyard (Fintel Connect), and Ted Brown (Digital Onboarding) discuss the role of CEOs and founders in the fintech industry. They talk about the evolving nature of the CEO role and the importance of building a strong team. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities in the banking industry,…

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