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In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions , recorded at the FIX EMEA Trading Conference in London, Nadia sits down with Laurie McAughtry, Head of Capital Markets at Euromoney, to explore her fascinating career journey in financial services.    From overcoming challenges to leading in capital markets, Laurie shares her valuable insights on independence, career progression, and the imp...

Is Allyship the Missing Link to True Workplace Inclusion?   How do we move beyond performative allyship and create real, lasting change in the workplace? In this powerful episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Lee Chambers, CEO of Male Allies UK, to break down what true allyship looks like, why men need to be part of the inclusion conversation, and how small, intentional act...

Where AI Meets Human Connection  In this week’s episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions , Nadia is joined by Ninika Nanda, Founder & CEO at Invest Connect Marketplace, to discuss the power of inclusivity in driving innovation within FinTech. Tune in to hear Ninika share her journey of building a platform that connects investors, founders, and business experts to bridge gaps in the ecosystem....

Missed our Inclusion Includes You event? Now’s your chance to catch every moment of the powerful conversations, bold commitments, and game-changing insights that are shaping the future of FinTech!  From AI and empathy to diverse leadership and active allyship, our incredible speakers – Lynda Clarke, Ashlea Atigolo, Oge Opera-Nadi, and Eugénie Colonna d'Istria, hosted by Nadia Edwards-Dashti –...

Accessibility, Security, and Efficiency in Financial Services... In the latest episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions , Nadia sits down with Nigar Rustamova, CFO at Guavapay. From breaking barriers in global payments to championing diversity in leadership, Nigar shares her journey, insights, and the intentional actions needed to drive real change.  FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrin...

What Does True Inclusion in FinTech Really Look Like? In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions , Nadia sits down with 40 under 40 DEI award winner Jayven Sandy to dive into the real stories behind success, inclusion, and resilience in the world of asset management. From navigating career pivots to becoming "The Glue" in tech teams, Jayven shares invaluable advice on workpl...

How do you build an inclusive, high-performing workplace—especially in a remote-first world?  In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions , we’re joined by Caitriona Staunton, VP of People at Primer, to explore the power of flexibility, trust, and intentionality in creating workplaces where everyone thrives. From breaking outdated hiring norms to fostering psychological safety and equity, Caitrio...

What does true workplace inclusion look like in action? In the latest episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions , Nadia is joined by Sung Kim, Chief People Officer at Kueski, for an insightful conversation on building truly inclusive workplaces—where equity isn’t just a policy but a lived experience. From her personal journey as an immigrant navigating different cultures to her role in shaping Kueski’s...

Shaping a Truly Inclusive Future in FinTech In this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions host Nadia sits down with Katherine Chan, Co-Founder and CEO at Juice, to explore her journey from banking to founding a FinTech startup. Katherine shares her insights on: - The challenges of accessing capital for SMEs - Why grit and resilience are key to startup success - How we can create truly inclusiv...

Is inclusion in FinTech a reality—or just empty talk? In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions , Nadia sits down with Ugne Buraciene, Group CEO at payabl., to explore what real inclusion looks like in the financial technology industry.  With nearly two decades of experience in payments and leadership, Ugne shares how payabl. is breaking down barriers, fostering a culture of transparency, and d...

What does real inclusion in FinTech and AI look like—and who’s making it happen?  In this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, host Nadia sits down with Maninder Paul, Growth Marketer and AI Educator at Digital Connectors, to explore the intersection of technology, ethics and representation.   From AI ethics and prompt engineering to the power of visibility for underrepresented voices in tec...

Why does inclusion matter now more than ever? In this special episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions , we sit down with the sponsors of our International Women’s Day: FinTech Inclusion Includes YOU event—leaders who have stepped up when so many others have stepped back. Lynda Clarke, CEO of Tribe Payments, Matt Cheung CEO of iPushPull and Matt Smith CEO of SteelEye share why inclusion isn’t just a m...

Is Inclusion in FinTech Still Just Talk—or Are We Finally Taking Action? On this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions , host Nadia sits down with Christine Meredith, Head of Fixed Income Technology at Janus Henderson Investors and Investment Woman of the Year winner. Christine shares her journey into FinTech, the hurdles she faced breaking into leadership, and why inclusion isn't just a...

Can sustainable success in FinTech exist without inclusion? In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions , host Nadia Edwards-Dashti sits down with Gihan Hyde, CEO at CommUnique, to uncover the transformative intersection of sustainability, inclusion, and ESG in financial technology. From breaking down the differences between ESG and sustainability to discussing the power of diversity i...

Are We Doing Enough to Close the Gender Wealth Gap? Join Nadia as she sits down with Nitika Vyas, Co-Founder at Aila Money to explore the bold mission of closing the gender wealth gap—an issue that could take seven generations to resolve if left unchecked.  Nitika shares her journey from investment banking to becoming a founder, her insights on financial empowerment for women, and how her new app,...

The late Payment Crisis, DEI and Unique Tech In this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions podcast, Nadia welcomes Ceren Danis, Co-Founder, CPO & CFO at Unique Payments, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, inclusion, and innovation in the financial technology space. From tackling the staggering cost of late payments to empowering SMEs with innovative financial solutions, Ceren...

Can FinTech Revolutionise Inclusion and Innovation in Our Ever-Changing World? In the latest episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions , Nadia recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London with Dörte Dye, FinTech Co-Founder, Payment Expert and Board Advisor, shares her insights on embracing diversity in AI, tackling unconscious bias, and fostering authentic inclusion in FinTech. ...

Recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at London’s Excel Centre, Tamara Kostova, Founder and CEO of Velexa, joins Nadia on FinTech's DEI Discussions for an inspiring conversation about driving inclusive change in the financial technology sector. Tamara shares her journey as a female founder in FinTech, her mission to close the global financial literacy gap, and how Velexa is redefining wealth...

Are We Brave Enough to Challenge Inclusion Every Single Day in FinTech? On the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions , Nadia is joined by Rick Biggs, Sales Director at Moneyhub. Rick shares his journey through multiple career transitions, the challenges of navigating workplace inclusion earlier in his career, and the importance of creating environments where everyone feels seen, heard,...

Can Authentic Leadership Transform the Future of FinTech?  We’re excited to bring you a powerful new conversation from FinTech's DEI Discussions , recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London. In this episode, Nadia sits down with Richard Baker, Founder and CEO of Tokenovate, to discuss the transformative potential of innovation in financial technology. Richard shares h...

Breaking Barriers and Building Belonging  In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by the Alton Forde, Head of Engagement and Inclusion at Pepper Money and Founder of Communicate Inclusively. Atlyn shares her remarkable journey from marketing to inclusion leadership, her transformative work at Pepper Money, and the powerful campaigns she's spearheaded to foster...

Can Diversity Drive Profitability? Zopa Bank’s Formula for Success 👇 Recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London, this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, hosted by Nadia features an inspiring conversation with Lucas Germanos, Vice President at Zopa Bank. Lucas shares Zopa’s incredible journey to becoming Britain’s best bank, with insights into their groundbreaking...

Is AI the Key to a Better Workplace or the Biggest Challenge Yet? The latest episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions is here, featuring an incredible panel discussion recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London. Nadia is joined by Theo Bell, Head of AI Product at Rimes; Shirley George, Senior Manager, Financial Services at Accenture; Krishna Nadella, Chief Commercial Officer a...

What Really Matters in Financial Tech Diversity? Join us on FinTech's DEI Discussions, hosted by Nadia, as we sit down with the inspiring Bhavna Saraf, a payments and banking senior executive, recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London. In this episode, Bhavna shares her incredible journey of career pivots, driving inclusive decision-making, and how inclusion can powe...

In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions , Nadia, is joined by Emma Martindale, Business Analyst, and Chris Garbutt, Operational Effectiveness Manager, from Atom Bank.  From their innovative four-day workweek to championing menopause support programs and bridging digital skills gaps, the pair share practical steps every organisation can take to build a truly inclusive culture. Hear...