S4 Ep9: The Regulator Who Fell Into Fintech To Build A Better System

Feb 22, 2023

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From medicine to regulations and headlong into Fintech, meet the CFO building a better financial system.

Alison Staloch is CFO at Fundrise, America’s largest direct-to-investor alternatives investment platform, since 2012.

Nicole and Alison, dig into why a career in medicine left her cold, how she navigated a course through regulations and policy at the US Securities And Exchange Commission, and why Fundrise’s ethos for empowering its customer is her north star.

Plus, you’ll also hear the best piece of advice Alison was given and why Fintech outsiders should dive into the industry with no fear.

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And if you’ve enjoyed Humans of Fintech why not try: Chicks of FinTwit, Tech Unlocked, Breaking Banks or Fintech Insider

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

04:31 When Medicine Fell Flat

06:34 Monitoring For Opportunities And Challenges

10:06 Bridging The Knowledge Gap

15:14 Building A Better Financial System

19:01 Being Bullish On Tech

21:38 The Importance Of Badass Mentors

24:34 A Dire Need For Diversity

26:36 Living Out The Desire To Make An Impact

32:40 A Message To Outsiders

The Need For Diversity In Fintech

Diversity is a pressing issue in many industries, and fintech is no exception. Despite the industry's potential for innovation and impact, a lack of diversity can result in limited perspectives and missed opportunities for growth. In this blog, we'll explore the dire need for more diversity in fintech and why it's crucial for the industry's success.

Improved Innovation and Problem-Solving
Better Customer Understanding
Enhanced Reputation
Better Employee Retention and Recruitment
Ethical Responsibility

In conclusion, the need for more diversity in fintech is dire. By prioritizing diversity, fintech companies can improve innovation, customer understanding, reputation, employee retention and recruitment, and ethical responsibility. As a fintech professional, investing in diversity and inclusion initiatives can help you build a successful and fulfilling career while also contributing to the industry's success.