As part of the Executive Leadership Series, sponsored by Naehas and recorded live at the Financial Brand Forum, i was joined by Colin Walsh, the founder and CEO of Varo Bank – a true pioneer in the financial services industry. In 2020, Varo made history by becoming the first consumer fintech company to receive a national bank charter, transforming from an ambitious startup into America's first all-digital, nationally chartered bank.

Under Colin's leadership, Varo has revolutionized banking through innovative technology, human-centered design, and a mission to improve the financial health of millions of Americans.

We explore Varo's remarkable journey, their challenges, and how they leverage AI and product innovation to create sustainable competitive advantages in an increasingly crowded digital banking landscape.

This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Naehas

Naehas provides financial institutions with a centralized platform to efficiently manage product creation, pricing strategies, compliance, and disclosures. By automating complex processes and integrating advanced governance tools, Naehas significantly reduces operational risk and accelerates execution. Trusted by 6 of the 10 largest U.S. banks, our solution supports top-tier institutions in delivering precise, compliant offers with speed and accuracy.

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