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Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Duncan Higgins, CEO of Sustainable Trading where he discusses his initiative to make the trading industry more environmentally and socially responsible.With a 25-year career in finance, Duncan founded Sustainable Trading to address the industry's lack of a concerted sustainability effort. The initiative has seen strong support, growing from 30 to 60 member firms, driven by the commercial benefits of sustainability for clients and potential hires.Tune in to hear Duncan’s advice on the growing importance of sustainability in attracting and retaining talent and the necessity for firms to align their practices with these values to stay competitive.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.comFinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

Joining Ian Bailey on this special Pay360 episode of FinTech Focus TV is Peter Theunis, Senior Vice President of Sales at BPC Banking Technologies. With over 25 years in payments and banking, Peter shares BPC's journey from a traditional software vendor to a SaaS and processing company, emphasising their SmartVista platform and expansion into fraud management, digital banking, and public transport solutions.Highlighting BPC's global reach, Peter explains their support for customers in over 120 countries, focusing on innovation and adapting to market demands. He emphasises the importance of digital ecosystems, government partnerships, and balancing regulatory compliance with innovation to build trust in digital payments.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.comFinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

On this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, Ian is joined by marketing legends within the space at Payal Raina’s FinTech B2B Marketing Conference in April. Ian spoke with Payal Raina, Rashee Pandey, Emmy Granström, Meredith Odgers, Sumeet Vermani, Natasha Gay, Mia Mohammad, Georgie Taylor, Michael Borrelli, Shelia Mitham and Vanessa Lovatt about the significant role of marketing in driving growth and innovation in the FinTech industry.This episode emphasises that effective marketing is essential for FinTechs to differentiate themselves, build trust, and orchestrate comprehensive solutions in a competitive and rapidly changing industry.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.comFinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Ross Kolodyazhnyi, CEO of DCM and CTPO at Calyptus. Ross shares his journey from digitalising banks in Eastern Europe to leading fintech innovations at Wirex and now as CEO of DCM. He discusses his role in integrating blockchain with traditional banking and emphasises the importance of transparency and interoperability in financial transactions. Tune in to learn about DCM's upcoming product launch and Ross' vision for the future of fintech, which aims to revolutionise payment processes without compromising efficiency and security.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.comFinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Toby Babb welcomes Tom Lazenga and Steve Roe from TNS. Tom, head of the financial markets business, and Steve, the founder of West Highland, discuss the recent acquisition of West Highland by TNS. They share insights on the strategic motivations behind the merger, the importance of maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit, and the impact on market data operations. The pair also share valuable knowledge about the synergies created by this merger, the benefits for clients, and the exciting prospects for global expansion. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in business acquisitions, market data solutions, and the dynamic world of Financial Technology careers and business. FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.comFinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this special episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Ian welcomes Katerina Rabava, Marketing Head at Tata Consultancy Services, to the show at the Harrington Starr booth at the FinTech B2B Marketing Conference event.Katerina emphasises how marketing goes beyond traditional boundaries to drive innovation and growth, especially in a post-COVID world where it transcends being merely a 'colouring department.'Exploring the role of AI in marketing, Katerina emphasises its role as an enabler rather than just a tool. The pair also explore how events like marathons help humanise technology, enhancing customer engagement through experiential storytelling.Katerina discusses marketing's key role in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, showing how purpose-driven brands achieve meaningful engagement and social impact.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.comFinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In this episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Ian welcomes Ion Fratiloiu, Founder & CEO of Finkr to the show.Ion discusses Finkr’s role in assisting fintech companies, lenders, and technology firms to scale up or enter the UK market.He highlights the company's dual focus: consulting on business strategy, product, and technology integration, and facilitating capital raising through equity and debt. The pair discuss the evolving landscape of AI and technology in financial services, emphasising the importance of modernising infrastructure to fully realise AI's potential. Additionally, Ion explores the human capital challenges within the fintech sector and the innovative approaches Finkr employs to deliver value to its clients.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.comFinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

Joining Toby on the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV is Rukayyat Kolawole, Founder and CEO of PaceUp Invest. Rukayyat shares her journey from investment banking to launching her own fintech company, inspired by personal experiences and cultural influences.In this episode, she highlights the importance of financial literacy and inclusion, focusing on underserved groups such as women and underrepresented communities. The pair discuss leveraging technology, including AI, to democratise financial planning and wealth management, making these services accessible and efficient for a broader audience.Rukayyat also elaborates on the challenges and triumphs of starting a fintech company in a conservative landscape, emphasising the power of resilience, networking, and the need for scalable technology platforms that support diverse financial products and enhance user experiences across various demographics.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

Join us for a special episode of FinTech Focus TV, recorded live at the FinTech B2B Marketing Conference in London. Host Ian Bailey sits down with Lord Chris Holmes, who has spent over a decade in the House of Lords championing technology for public good. They dive deep into the transformative potential of AI and tokenisation in the FinTech sector. Lord Holmes emphasises the importance of understanding and leveraging these technologies not just for their novelty but for real, human-centered solutions. They also discuss the crucial role of marketing and legislation in driving forward these innovations. FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.comFinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com

In the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby Babb welcomes Huw Davies, Co-Founder & CEO of Ozone API. In this episode, Huw discusses Ozone API’s growth and the global expansion of open banking and open finance. He explains how Ozone API supports banks worldwide by simplifying open API implementation.Huw highlights the transformative potential of open banking, comparing it to the widespread use of Google Maps. He notes that robust APIs help banks distribute products more efficiently and enhance customer experience.Huw also emphasises the importance of maintaining a strong company culture during rapid growth. He shares insights into Ozone API’s thoughtful hiring and onboarding processes to ensure alignment with the company’s values.FinTech Focus TV is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Tech Recruitment. For more episodes or FinTech recruitment advice, please visit our website: www.harringtonstarr.com