Leaders In Payments

Can technology outsmart digital deception? Join us on Leaders in Payments as we welcome Andrew Bud, the visionary founder and CEO of iProov , who is leading the charge in biometric verification and fraud prevention. Andrew takes us through his fascinating journey, from his upbringing in London to his education at the University of Cambridge, and his diverse professional experiences across the UK a...

Ever wondered how the fintech world is reshaping global payment and spend management? This episode of Leaders in Payments features Pedro Batista, CEO of Payhawk in the UK, who reveals the journey that took him from Porto, Portugal, through heavyweight fintech companies like CurrencyCloud and Plaid, all the way to his current role. Pedro shares invaluable insights into Payhawk 's mission to st...

Ready to unlock the secrets behind efficient check processing and robust payment solutions? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Shai Stern, CEO and Co-Chairman of CheckAlt . Shai takes us through his incredible journey from Teaneck, New Jersey, to the helm of a pioneering company in the payments industry. Despite the digital age’s lean towards electronic transfers, discover why checks st...

Curious about how to build a fintech business that champions financial inclusivity? Join us for a captivating conversation with Pat Napoli from Appressa , where we explore his remarkable journey from New Jersey to making waves in the payments industry. Pat shares how Appressa supports consumers who’ve been declined by prime banks, helping them secure credit cards through near prime and subprime ba...

Curious about how loyalty points might soon replace cash and credit at your favorite stores? Join us as we sit down with Jonathan Silver, CEO of Engage People , and Len Covello, CTO of the same company, to unravel the groundbreaking "Pay With Points" technology. Discover how this innovative system transforms loyalty program points into a versatile payment method, making checkout smoother...

Can real-time payments revolutionize your grocery shopping experience? Join us as we sit down with David Watson, President and CEO of The Clearing House , to uncover the transformative journey from its 170-year history to becoming a modern-day alternative to the Federal Reserve Bank. From high-value payment wires to ACH transactions and instant payments, David breaks down the extensive range of se...

Ever wondered how a prolific payments technology company gets started? Join us on Leaders in Payments as we chat with John Mitchell, CEO and Co-Founder of Episode Six , who recounts his intriguing journey from Colorado Springs to Austin, Texas. You'll gain insights into how Episode Six is innovating the payments landscape, helping financial institutions and brands move away from outdated syst...

In today's episode, key leaders from NMI discuss how Gen Z and millennials are shaping the payments landscape and what businesses need to do to stay relevant. Tiffany Johnson, Chief Product Officer, starts by explaining how these generations influence payment preferences. Millennials, having witnessed the rise of the internet, exhibit diverse payment preferences ranging from cash to digital w...

How does one rise to become a powerful voice in the payments industry? Join us for an exclusive conversation with Bunita Sawhney, Executive Vice President of Consumer Products and Processing at Mastercard , who shares her remarkable journey from Newport Beach to New York. We'll uncover the deeply supportive family environment that nurtured her, her academic pursuits at Cal Berkeley and Columb...

What if you could tap into the mind of a key player in the payments industry and learn the secrets behind managing $2 trillion in daily transactions? Join us for a compelling conversation with Margaret Weichert, Chief Product Officer at The Clearing House , as she takes us through her inspiring journey from upstate New York and Georgetown University to the helm of one of the most significant insti...

How do you carve out a trailblazing career in the competitive world of payments? Join us in an inspiring conversation with Kathleen Pierce Gilmore (KPG), SVP and Global Head of Issuing Solutions at Visa , as she takes us through her journey from her early days in Las Vegas to her current leadership role in Bethesda, Maryland. KPG's responsibilities at Visa involve spearheading a team that off...

Discover the captivating journey of Dru Armstrong, CEO of AffiniPay , as she shares her unique path from growing up in Los Angeles influenced by her father's legal profession to taking the helm of a fintech powerhouse. Dru’s story is a testament to hard work, resilience, and the high expectations instilled by her entrepreneurial parents. She reveals how AffiniPay transformed from serving asso...

Curious about the journey from a small town in France to leading a global financial platform? Gabrielle Bugat, CEO of G+D ePayments, shares her incredible story and the principles that guided her to success. From her education at MINES ParisTech to her international career across Texas, Mexico, and Germany, Gabrielle reveals how she navigated each challenge and opportunity with resilience and ambi...

Carly Brush's career trajectory is nothing short of inspirational, a true testament to the power of resilience, innovation, and mentorship. In this enlightening podcast episode, Carly Brush, SVP of Human Capital Management at DailyPay , delves deep into her fascinating journey from an aspiring fashion designer to a key leader in the fintech industry. Her story is one of navigating through pro...

Our latest episode of Leaders in Payments focused on women leaders in our industry, takes you through Tiffany Johnson's inspiring path, characterized by resilience, empathy, and a relentless drive for innovation. Tiffany uncovers her role at NMI , comparing it to an "air traffic controller," where she orchestrates everything from market insights to technical solutions. We dive deep...

Unlock the secrets to a thriving career in the payments industry with our special guest, Gretchen Bender, Senior Vice President at MAPP Advisors . Gretchen's journey from Springfield, Illinois, through her academic pursuits at the University of Arizona and UC Irvine, to her pivotal move to Las Vegas in 2010, is a testament to the power of seizing unexpected opportunities. Learn how she stumbl...

This special episode of the Leaders in Payments podcast offers a wealth of knowledge and insights from three trailblazing women leaders at Stax Payments —Paulette Rowe, Jenn Reichenbacher and Lisa Roberts.  Paulette Rowe, the CEO of Stax , provides a compelling narrative of her career journey, from consumer banking to leadership roles at PaySafe and Meta. She emphasizes the importance of mentorshi...

Have you ever felt the weight of imposter syndrome or the glass ceiling holding you back? Kristy Duncan, the inspiring founder and CEO of Women in Payments , shares her transformative journey from her early days on a small hobby farm outside Toronto to becoming a leader in the payments industry. This special edition of the Leaders in Payments podcast, celebrating Women Leaders in Payments Month, k...

Prepare to be inspired by Nino Maisuradze, the Chief Operating Officer at Ingenico North America. Nino's story is a compelling narrative of resilience, adaptability, and leadership that spans continents—from her roots in the country of Georgia to her current influential role in Atlanta, Georgia. With a diverse educational background in Germany and extensive experience in the payments industry...

Unlock the secrets of Omnicommerce with Yael Barak, VP of Product Management at Worldpay , as she shares her expertise on creating seamless commerce experiences for small businesses. From micro merchants to small enterprises, Yael reveals how Worldpay ’s extensive capabilities—from card payments to e-commerce and niche verticals—are revolutionizing the way merchants connect with customers. Discove...

In the latest episode of the Leaders in Payments podcast, host Greg Myers engages in a compelling conversation with Carlos Navarro, CEO of Corvia . Carlos takes us on an insightful journey through the company's strategic maneuvers and innovations. Discover why Corvia 's focus on the SMB space and higher-risk areas sets them apart, and how their location in Austin, Texas, along with subst...

Unlock the secrets of seamless Omnicommerce as we dive into Worldpay 's Commerce360 product set with Shae Orrick, Senior Product Manager, and Yael Barak, VP of Product Management. Discover how small businesses can thrive by integrating payment acceptance across multiple channels into one robust merchant portal. Developed in partnership with GoDaddy, Commerce360 not only simplifies payments bu...

The world of payments is rapidly evolving, and Ingenico 's SoftPOS technology is at the forefront of this revolution. In this episode, Mike Barnes, Sales Director and Head of Banks and Acquirers at Ingenico, dives deep into the innovative features and capabilities of SoftPOS, offering valuable insights into its integration, customization, security, and future evolution. SoftPOS is a game-chan...

Unlock the secrets of omnicommerce and revolutionize your business with insights from Shea Orrick, Senior Product Manager at Worldpay . Ever wondered how to provide a seamless, unified shopping experience across multiple channels? Our latest episode promises to break down the complex world of omnicommerce into actionable steps that can help you adapt to ever-changing consumer buying habits. You&ap...

Can you imagine turning every software company into a payment powerhouse? That's exactly what Jo Phillips and Will Corbera, co-CEOs of Payabli , are doing. In this episode, we chat with Jo and Will about their groundbreaking work in the payments industry, transforming software businesses by providing a unified API for payment acceptance, issuance, and operational management. From Jo's ro...