Access Tomorrow

In this episode, Amna Usman Chaudhry , Financial Economist & Frontier Technology Leader | Founder & Board Member, explores how technology, policy, and innovation can reshape financial systems. We dive into her perspective on the real impact of digital finance in emerging markets, the challenges and opportunities for women and marginalized groups, and how fintech can drive economic growth,...

In this episode, Loulou Khazen Baz , Founder of Spade Ventures and host of Conversations with Loulou , shares her journey from building Nabbesh, the first online freelance marketplace in the Arab world, to her work in venture capital. We explore her personal philosophy of reinvention, how she’s rethinking wealth, and her commitment to empowering entrepreneurs through investment and mentorship. For...

In this episode, Ismael Belkhayat , Founder and CEO of Chari , discusses how he is transforming Morocco’s retail landscape through innovative fintech solutions. The conversation delves into the challenges facing small businesses, Chari’s role in advancing financial inclusion, and the significance of strategic collaborations with global partners such as Visa. For more podcasts by Visa, visit: https...

Welcome to Season 3 of Access Tomorrow. We begin with a special retrospective episode where host Leila Serhan , Visa's SVP & Group Country Manager for NALP , reflects on the most memorable moments and conversations from our first two seasons, while also offering a glimpse into the exciting topics on the horizon. For more podcasts by Visa, visit: https://km.visamiddleeast.com/en_KM/about-v...

In this episode of Access Tomorrow, Visa's Leila Serhan, SVP & GCM for NALP is joined by Philip Bahoshy, CEO & Founder of MAGNiTT . Together they discuss emerging venture markets and unpack the key trends that defined 2024. Philip also shares forecasts for 2025 based on insights from MAGNiTT’s flagship report.  For more podcasts by Visa, visit: https://km.visamiddleeast.com/en_KM/abou...

In this episode of Access Tomorrow, Visa's Leila Serhan, SVP & GCM for NALP is joined by Lamiae Benmakhlouf, General Director of Technopark. Together they explore how Technopark is fostering innovation, supporting Morocco’s startup ecosystem, and driving digital transformation across the country. For more podcasts by Visa, visit: https://km.visamiddleeast.com/en_KM/about-visa/cemea-podcas...

In this episode of AccessTomorrow, Visa's Leila Serhan, SVP & GCM for NALP is joined by Mounir Nakhla, Founder and CEO, MNT-Halan. Together they explore how today's fintechs are transforming the payment and tech ecosystem, navigating regulatory challenges, and developing effective scaling strategies.  For more podcasts by Visa, visit: https://km.visamiddleeast.com/en_KM/about-visa/ce...

In this episode of AccessTomorrow, Visa's Leila Serhan, SVP & GCM for NALP is joined by Abdulla Almoayed, Founder & CEO of Tarabut, shares insights on the future of open banking. Together they discuss the regional payment ecosystem changes and how to navigate the regulatory compliance landscape. Tune in to hear how Tarabut is driving innovation in emerging markets, and the impact of t...

In this episode of Access Tomorrow Visa's Leila Serhan, SVP & GCM for NALP is joined by Hasnain Sheikh, Founder & CEO Jazari. Together they uncover the world of remittances, addressing topics from managing the evolving needs of consumers, to navigating the dynamic regulatory landscape, to empowering freelancers to send and receive their money overseas.  For more podcasts by Visa, visi...

In this episode of Access Tomorrow Visa's Leila Serhan, SVP & GCM for NALP is joined by Noor Sweid, Founder & Managing Partner, Global Ventures. Together they explore digital innovation in MENA, venture capital's role in financial inclusion, and women's evolving presence in venture capital and entrepreneurship. They also discuss the synergy of venture capital and advanced pa...

In this episode of Access Tomorrow Visa's Leila Serhan, SVP & GCM for NALP is joined by Shant Oknayan, Vice President, Global Business Solutions, Asia, Middle East, Africa, Oceania, TikTok. Together they discuss the powerful currents of the creator economy, unpack the next-gen payment solutions revolutionizing creators' earnings, and spotlight how Gen Z's tech-adaptivity is rede...

In this episode of Access Tomorrow, we explore the escalating impact of cybercrime, which has seen global losses due to scams reach a staggering $1 trillion. Visa's Leila Serhan, SVP & GCM for NALP,  is joined by Saket Modi, Co-founder & CEO of Safe Security to discuss the role of AI in financial security and the growing concern over cyber threats. For more podcasts by Visa, visit: ht...

In this episode of Access Tomorrow, Leila Serhan, Visa’s Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for North Africa, Levant, and Pakistan, speaks to Craig Moore, Founder & CEO of Beehive . Together they dive into the challenges and growth strategies of SME financing and explore how fintechs interact with regulatory frameworks. They further discuss how fintech, traditional banks, and paym...

We're excited to kick off the second season of Access Tomorrow. In this episode, Leila Serhan, Visa’s Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for North Africa, Levant, and Pakistan, speaks to Ali AbulHasan, Founder and CEO of Tap Payments. Together, they delve into the monumental shift from cash to cashless, dissecting the technological advancements, behavioral shifts, and business tr...

Dive into the future of digital payments with our latest podcast, featuring Andrew Torre, Visa's Regional President for Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa. We tackle fintech's rise, AI's influence, and regulatory shifts in North Africa, Levant, and Pakistan (NALP). Despite economic hurdles, we spotlight the digital payments boom and Gen Z's impact. Discover how...

Unlock the future with us in this episode of Access Tomorrow. We have Mohamed Bardastani, Visa' Economist & Director of Business & Economics Insights for CEMEA, ready to take us on a journey through time. We'll rewind to the pivotal macro events of 2023 and then fast-forward to what's on the horizon for 2024. Dive into discussions on the global economy, consumer trends, infl...

In this episode Leila Serhan, Visa's Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for North Africa, Levant, and Pakistan, speaks to Misha Rogalskiy, Co-Founder, monobank. Together they focus on profound shifts in consumer behavior, the rise of groundbreaking banking models, and the ongoing innovation within the traditional banking sphere. For more podcasts by Visa, visit: https://km.visami...

In this episode, Leila Serhan, Visa’s Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for North Africa, Levant, and Pakistan, speaks to Jayesh Patel, CEO, Wio Bank, to uncover how financial institutions can holistically address the unique needs of SMBs. For more podcasts by Visa, visit: https://km.visamiddleeast.com/en_KM/about-visa/cemea-podcast.html#1

In this episode, Leila Serhan, Visa’s Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for North Africa, Levant, and Pakistan, speaks to Lamise Aly Negm, Advisor to the Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Lamise will explain how empowering women-owned businesses can unlock significant economic potential and promote more inclusive and sustainable ec...

In this episode, Leila Serhan, Visa’s Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager for North Africa, Levant, and Pakistan, speaks to Mathew Griffin, a world-renowned futurist and advisor to governments and major technology companies. Matt shares the latest trends in technology and their impact on the future of our industry. For more podcasts by Visa, visit: https://km.visamiddleeast.com/en_KM/a...