The FincTank

Jason Mc Kinney is an Associate Director at FSCOM, where he heads up their new staff augmentation practice. But his route there is anything but typical. In this episode, Jason walks us through a career that started in a property law department in Belfast, took a sharp turn into fintech compliance consulting, and eventually landed him as a global compliance manager and deputy MLRO before he turned...

Anna Rowe isn’t just talking about romance fraud, she lived it. After being catfished by someone online, Anna turned her experience into a national campaign to change the law and hold dating platforms accountable. We unpack how online deception turns into real-world harm, why victims stay silent, and what needs to change to protect the next generation 

In this episode of The Finc Tank, Jessica kicks off 2026 with career coach and former HR leader Annette Minihan for a candid discussion on navigating career growth, promotions, and redundancy in financial services. Annette shares insider HR insights on how promotion and bonus decisions are made, practical strategies for self-advocacy, and the importance of visibility—especially for introverts and...

In this episode of Finc Tank, I sit down with Mary Kerwin, a seasoned compliance leader who’s held top roles at major banks like JP Morgan, Deutsche Bank, Allied Irish, and Credit Suisse. Mary shares her unconventional journey from working-class Dublin to the upper echelons of global finance, reflecting on breaking barriers as an Irish woman in male-dominated environments, building diverse and con...

In this episode, we welcome Sara Cass, Chief Risk and Compliance Officer at IFX Payments, for an engaging conversation spanning her unique career journey from geology and brick sales to leading compliance in high-growth fintech. Sara opens up about how curiosity and resilience drove her from inspecting quarries and aggregates to steering risk and regulatory frameworks at innovative firms like Worl...

In this episode, we sit down with Chet Shah, CEO of Wirex, to discuss his journey from risk and compliance roles to leading a fintech company. Chet shares insights on the evolving role of compliance and financial crime prevention in fintech, the importance of embedding risk management into company culture, and the challenges of balancing regulatory requirements with commercial growth. We explore l...

In this episode of The FincTank, Jessica sits down with Ray Blake—co-host of the acclaimed Dark Money Files podcast and a leading voice in anti-financial crime—to discuss his unconventional journey into the world of financial crime prevention, the power of empathy in compliance training, and the realities of contracting versus corporate life. Ray shares behind-the-scenes stories about his partners...

In this episode of The Finc Tank, we sit down with Ross Longmore , Director of AML, Fraud, Sanctions, and Ongoing Monitoring at Tide. Ross takes us on a candid journey through his career, from growing up in Yorkshire and studying maths at university to unexpectedly finding his way into financial crime at KPMG. -- Follow Us: TikTok: @thefinctank Instagram: @thefinctank YouTube: @thefinctank Website...

In this episode of The FincTank , we sit down with Jason Holt , a seasoned leader who has navigated the worlds of banking, consulting, asset management, and cutting-edge financial technology. Jason shares candid insights from his career journey - from working at global institutions like JPMorgan and M&G to taking on transformative roles at Exeger. -- Follow Us: TikTok: @thefinctank Instagram:...

Join Jessica and her co-founder—and lifelong friend—Ian Christie for a sharp, insider look at the fast-moving world of temp recruitment in financial crime and compliance. From IR35 and umbrella companies to automation, office mandates, and reputation risks, they unpack the realities of contracting today. With real stories, practical tips, and plenty of laughs, this episode is a must-listen for con...

Join us as we sit down with Wiestke Chief Compliance Officer at Monex, for an inspiring deep dive into her unconventional path from South Africa to Madrid—and from novice to senior compliance leader. She shares how she carved her own career route, balanced motherhood with professional ambition, and developed a unique, people-first leadership style. We explore building high-performing compliance te...

On this episode of The FincTank, we sit down with Craig, a seasoned technologist and banking professional currently driving innovation at PagoNxt, a fintech arm of Santander. From humble beginnings in Luton to pioneering biometric solutions at Barclays and now leading global compliance efforts, Craig’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, adaptability, and forward-thinking leadership. We unpack...

On this episode of The FincTank , we’re joined by Matthew Tataryn, Director of Financial Crime at Tide, for a fast-paced dive into his unconventional rise through banking and fintech. From retail banking at Barclays to leading fincrime at Tide, Matt shares raw insights on hiring for potential over pedigree, fixing broken recruitment, and why the fincrime world is more like a family tree than an in...

Join us on The FincTank podcast as we welcome Pesh, the Compliance Director for LATAM and MIA at Wise, for an engaging conversation on navigating career success in the realm of financial crime. Pesh shares her remarkable journey from an unexpected start as a fraud analyst during her law studies to becoming a co-founder of the Black Wises Network. With a career that spans across FX, CFD brokerage,...