Joanne Dewar

Oleg Pravdin is the Head of Product at Lumber, a company using AI to transform construction operations. Joanne Dewar leads Project Nemo, striving for disability inclusion in fintech, while Miguel Armaza is a General Partner at Gilgamesh Ventures, investing in budding fintech startups. They discuss Kraken's acquisition of NinjaTrader and how it's reshaping crypto-trading. Lumber's recent funding aims to enhance workforce management, and Project Nemo's partnership with HSBC seeks to improve accessibility in financial services, highlighting an exciting evolution in the fintech landscape.

Dan Whitworth, a consumer finance reporter, dives into the rising number of households struggling with water bills, revealing two million now benefit from social tariffs. He discusses alarming statistics about water debt and practical relief options. Joanne Dewar, co-founder of Project Nemo, passionately advocates for improved banking services for people with learning disabilities, emphasizing the need for innovation and clear communication. Their insights shed light on essential support systems for both consumers and recent graduates navigating the complex job market.

Join Joanne Dewar, co-founder of Project Nemo, Kathryn Townsend, UK Government Disability & Access Ambassador, and Hannah Darley, Senior Director at CI&T, as they discuss the urgent need for accessible fintech products for individuals with learning disabilities. They explore the challenges faced by this community when navigating financial services and emphasize the importance of user-centered design. Hear how collaboration and feedback can drive innovation, creating inclusive financial tools that empower everyone to thrive.