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On this latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Lynda Strutton, Chief Operating Officer at Tribe Payments. In this episode, Lynda unfolds her journey, emphasising the importance of supportive policies, intentional hiring practices, and leadership's role in promoting diversity. Lynda underscores the importance of policies accommodating work-life balance, citing her...

On this latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Adam Preis, Director of Product/Solution Marketing at Ping Identity. In this episode, Adam sheds light on the universal digital vulnerability that affects individuals in diverse contexts, emphasising the importance of an inclusive design approach in technology development. The conversation explores three domains of universal digital vulnera...

We’re back at FinTech Connect for this special #OnTour episode of The DEI Discussions! This time Nadia is joined by Erlend Nitter-Hauge, Head of Fintech Partnerships in DNB. This episode delves into Erlend’s insights on fostering partnerships with fintech startups and the challenges within the financial technology industry.  The pair discuss the significance of embedded finance, automation, and th...

We’re back at FinTech Connect for this special #OnTour episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions! This time Nadia is joined by Amandip Kaur Jheeta, Delivery Director, Banking Sector at NTT Data.  In this episode, Amandip tells her story, as a seasoned IT professional and a woman in tech for over 15 years, with a wide range of skills and experience.   Amandip recalls her great passion for IT but al...

On this latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Rebecca Gibergues, Executive Director, EMEA at FS-ISAC. In this episode, Rebecca discusses her journey to FS-ISAC following a personal experience with cybercrime and highlights the collaborative efforts of the organization in addressing cybersecurity challenges. Rebecca emphasises the importance of dispelling stereotypes...

In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, host Nadia welcomes Barbara Sessa, Senior Vice President at Mastercard. Barbara shares her journey in advocating for gender equality and diversity in the FinTech industry. She debunks myths about women in tech, emphasises the importance of equal opportunities, and discusses her role in shaping digital consumer products.  Barbara's uniqu...

We’re back at FinTech Connect for this special #OnTour episode of The DEI Discussions! This time Nadia is joined by Sania Kudaibergen, VP of Operations and People at Hokodo. In this episode, Sania delves into specific initiatives at Hokodo, including de-biasing job descriptions and implementing objective criteria in hiring processes. Sania shares insights into the challenges of diverse representat...

In this podcast episode live from FinTech Connect 2023, Nadia is joined by Yaiza Luengo, Global COO and Financial Services Expert.  A seasoned financial services specialist, Yaiza delves into the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the fintech industry. She shares her journey from a scientist to a global COO, highlighting her dedication to gender pay parity and cultural tra...

In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is delighted to welcome Susi de Verdelon, Head of SwapClear and Listed Rates at LCH and Marisol Collazo, Managing Director, Global Head of Relationship Management at DTCC. The conversation highlights Women in Financial Markets efforts in breaking biases, empowering women through educational forums, leadership development, and the uniqu...

“It’s time to stand up… We need your voices” On this special episode of Fintech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Joanne Dewar, CEO Payments Leader and Diversity Champion, and Kris Foster, Founder of Open Book Disability Awareness. In this episode, Jo and Kris delve into the importance of events like EWPN, highlighting their role in fostering inclusivity and collaboration within the indus...

In anticipation of the upcoming Pay360 event, Nadia is joined by Rema Rao, Head of Payments Compliance & Financial Products APAC at Uber on this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions. In this episode, the pair discuss the upcoming Pay360 event, where Rema is set to be one of the headlining speakers. Offering a glimpse into her role at Uber, Rema sheds light on the profound influence a diverse w...

In anticipation of the upcoming Pay360 event, Nadia is joined by Saira Khan, Head of Innovations and Partnerships at First Direct Bank on this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions. The pair delve into the significance of events like Pay360, discussing their role in fostering industry connections and collaborative efforts. Saira shares insights into her role, emphasising the impact of a diverse wor...

In this special episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Aisha Anderson, Head of CRM and Fern Ashby, User Experience Researcher at IG Group. In anticipation of our International Women’s Day Event: #UnconventionALL in partnership with IG Group, Nadia is joined by Aisha Anderson, Head of CRM and Fern Ashby, User Experience Researcher at IG Group on this special episode of FinTech’s D...

On this latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Margaret Gabriel, Head of Talent at CoinFund.    In this episode, Margaret shares her journey, joining CoinFund while pregnant, and underscores the importance of fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.    Margaret delves into the role of decentralised models in promoting global collaboration and remote wor...

On this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Janine Garn, Global Head of Talent Acquisition at nCino. In this episode, Janine shares nCino’s mission as a values-driven organisation, transforming financial services for the benefit of all customers.  Janine reveals her thoughts on how far we have come with inclusion, how she lives her own values in her work, as well as offer...

On this action-focused episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Sarah Häger, Chief Commercial Officer at Enable Banking. In this episode, Sarah shares insights into her proactive approach to fostering inclusion within the financial technology industry.  The conversation delves into the challenges faced, including gender pay gaps, and highlights concrete steps taken to bring ab...

On this latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Mara Poloni, Business Operations Manager at Qwist. In this episode, Mara shares her own experiences of gender imbalance within the workplace, and the constant pressure to tailor oneself to a role. Mara breaks the cycle, and speaks to the desire to find that perfect role, tailored to you instead.  The conversation also explores the value of...

On this latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Natalie Wood, VP of Engineering at Hokodo. In this episode, Natalie shares her journey, shedding light on the strengths that neurodivergent individuals bring to the workforce and delves into the significance of autism acceptance and workplace inclusivity within the fintech industry.  The conversation goes beyond awareness...

"If you see an action or you see a problem— go and solve it. Chances are that's actually going to be much more appreciated on the other side than any fear or concern that you have about whether you're doing it right or not." Today on FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Barb Maclean, SVP Head of Technology Operations and Implementation at Coastal Community Bank. I...

In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, host Nadia shares the compelling journey behind her book, "Fintech Women Walk the Talk."  From the inception of her podcast series, which initially aimed to debunk gender stereotypes in fintech, to the evolution of impactful series like "Maternity and Paternity Stories" and "Humans of FinTech," Nadia explores the heart and...

On this latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Omer Laor, Head of Consultancy at Neudata. In this episode, Omer shares insights into building lucrative products from data. He discusses the value of third-party data in advertising and investment, highlighting future trends in data monetisation. Omer also reflects on driving diversity and inclusion in the workplace, dra...

In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, host Nadia welcomes Sonal Bomb, CEO & Co-Founder of Technoxander to the show.  Sonal, a trailblazer in the fintech world, shares her experiences and insights on driving inclusion and innovation in a traditionally male-dominated industry.  She discusses her leadership role, emphasising a culture of growth and continuous improvement at Tec...

On this latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Ilaria Sangalli, Index Product Management and Vera Cady, Senior Director at STOXX. In this episode, Ilaria and Vera highlight the importance of confidence, women's networks, and creating a safe workplace.  They share tools for building confidence, such as alter egos and Dan Sullivan's 4C approach.  The pair emph...

On this latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Dr Bijna Kotak Dasani MBE, FRSA- Entrepreneur & Venture Capitalist. In this episode, Dr Bijna emphasises the subconscious wiring of the industry towards exclusion and the need for awareness and empowerment. The discussion explores the impact of DEI initiatives post-pandemic and practical steps for creating inclusive w...

On this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia welcomes Rachael Rowe, Regional Vice President of Sales at Seismic, for a new edition of the #WomenOfFinTech chapter. Rachael recalls her journey into FinTech, working through a number of male-dominated environments right the way from her university days to the present in her current role at Seismic. Rachael also reveals what Seismic does to fost...