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Harrington Starr
FinTech Focus TV is hosted by Harrington Starr’s CEO, Toby Babb. This celebrated podcast invites the industry’s foremost thought leaders to share their role in driving innovation, growth, and technological change. From the merge of TradFi and DeFi, to the current state of FinTech investment opportunities, FinTech Focus TV places the spotlight on the most pressing marketplace conversations.We are always looking for people from across the industry to join us on FinTech Focus TV? Keen to get involved? Or know someone ideal for the show?Get in touch: marketing@harringtonstarr.com
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Jul 10, 2022 • 25min
With Great Change Comes Great Opportunity | The Recruitment Round-Up with Toby and Nadia
Welcome to this weeks episode of the Recruitment Round-Up.Today's conversation is centred around change and Toby starts by talking about the upcoming documentary, The Era of Convergence, which we are producing to analyse the merging of traditional finance (TradFi) with decentralised finance (DeFi). It's a really exciting time for the finance world and we're thrilled to be producing this doc which is set to feature some pioneering voices in the space. Following the theme of "old meets new", Nadia shares the interesting conversations she had with clients this week which involved looking at new and inviting ways to engage with talent during the hiring process. Nadia states, "brilliant conversations aren't always easy conversations" as she shares how she is working with her clients to encourage more engaging and productive methods of interviewing, rather than sticking to what they know.Finally, the pair reflect on this week's highlights and shares their Starrs of the Week – well done Rebecca and Harriet!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

Jul 6, 2022 • 26min
Becoming a FinTech Unicorn | FinTech Focus TV with Ali Mashoofi, CEO and Co-Founder of Alfo Deep Tech
We're back in the FinTech Focus Studio, and this time Toby is delighted to welcome Ali Mashoofi, CEO and Co-Founder of Alfo Deep Tech, to the show.Ali and his team have founded a truly impressive business that is breaking access barriers to transformative AI technology, catalysing development across our industry at an impressive space.Providing unique solutions to global clientele, Ali shares how they have been able to instil confidence in people that their new product can outperform the tried and tested pieces. In a landscape where change is inevitable, it can still be difficult to truly embed that change- but Ali reveals the approach and mindsets that Alfo Deep Tech to swiftly impact the industry. We also learn what it takes to become a FinTech Unicorn, and what is next for this truly impressive firm.Thank you for joining us Ali!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

Jul 3, 2022 • 33min
The Evolution of Recruitment | The Recruitment Round-Up with Toby and Nadia
This week on The Recruitment Round-Up, Toby and Nadia address the evolution of recruitment. How far has the sector progressed? How far do we still have to go?It' always fascinating to reflect on the past 20 years (even the past 20 months!) and consider just how much the practice of recruitment has changed. From digitalisation, to hyper-personalisation, FinTech has become a people-focused service- and the industries they serve have inherently become better for it.Toby and Nadia share how they have seen attitudes shift and the work they have done to catalyse the evolution of FinTech from a taboo, money-centric space , to one that better prioritises candidates and clients.Get an exclusive look at the ethos and values of Harrington Starr that ensure we are contributing to a positive evolution. And hear Toby and Nadia's learns for the week, and congratulations to this weeks Starr's, Oliver Silver and Alexandra White!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

Jun 29, 2022 • 33min
Always Be Present: A Manual for Networking | FinTech Focus TV with Chaim Hack, Head of Business Development at Coremont
We return to the FinTech Focus Studio, and this time Toby is joined by the brilliant Chaim Hack, Head of Business Development at Coremont.Chaim will be familiar to many across the industry, being a prominent and successful networker, building fruitful relationships across the space. This has served him well since joining Coremont, and his innate personable nature has aided the business in growing from strength to strength.We gain a better understanding of Coremont's position in the marketplace, and the people and technology strategies they are deploying to give them a competitive edge.This is a truly fantastic episode- thank you for joining us Chaim!And we can't wait to see Coremont expand on their thoughts in the upcoming edition of The Financial Technologist!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

Jun 27, 2022 • 38min
Cutting-Edge Post-Trade Tech | FinTech Focus with Mack Gill and David Pearson at Torstone
On the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, Toby is excited to welcome Mack Gill, COO, Board Member and David Pearson, Product Manager at Torstone Technology.With a lot of excitement in the marketplace at the moment, Mack and David join Toby to give their views and predictions on the ever-increasing revolutionary storm that's out there. From new, cutting-edge Post-Trade Tech, to the rising challenges faced by clients, we are exposed to the implications of this rapid change.'Talent attracts talent' and we are delighted that two of Torstone Technology's world-class team are here to share how they continue to create a workplace where people can learn and develop. And as we are witnessing a generational change in leadership, the pair also reveal how they are ensuring their development strategy remains relevant to new workplace culture demands.In talks around opportunity and efficiency, Mack and David also share what we can expect from Torstone Technology very soon- and what this means for the wider marketplace!Connect with us on LinkedIn.Visit our website for more FinTech insights, jobs, or if you're looking to hire top talent.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

Jun 26, 2022 • 34min
Talent Experience | The Recruitment Round-Up with Toby and Nadia
Welcome back to another episode of The Recruitment Round-Up with Toby and Nadia, where today we discuss talent experience.Today's episode is inspired by a recent conversation Nadia had in our London office with Hari S, as they discussed a candidate's experience which went viral on LinkedIn. Having great exposure in this topic, Toby and Nadia discuss how we can get better as employers, whilst investing, keeping, growing and evaluating talent in a better way.Toby and Nadia highlight the importance of having an engaging brand and business, as well as creating a unique employee experience- from interview stage and onboarding to promotion and progression. And we close with our exciting stories of the week, such as Toby's trip to our Belfast office, Nadia's speaking slot at the Westminster Business Forum conference and we also celebrate the Starr's of the Week (congratulations to Old Knight and the Belfast crew, especially Tiernan!).Thank you for tuning into another episode of The Recruitment Round-Up.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

Jun 22, 2022 • 36min
Unlocking Post-Trade Efficiency | FinTech Focus TV with Alastair Rutherford of Ascendant Strategy
Toby is joined by Alastair Rutherford, Managing Director at Ascendant Strategy, on this episode of FinTech Focus TV.Ascendant Strategy was established to truly maximise and embed efficiency into the Post-Trade process. The Pandemic revealed flaws in this space; and as FinTech acceleration continued, Post-Trade was placed under increasing demand to keep-up.Alastair's approach to business allows him to build a solution with the intricate needs of clients in mind. Business doesn't always need to be sales orientated; instead place a focus on authentic relationships that will entrench reflective collaboration and better the entire industry.Citing numerous industry front-runners and the work they have done to better their efficiency and impact the industry, Alastair exposes us to the brilliant actuality of his conversation with Toby. Thank you Alastair for joining us on this eye-opening episode of FinTech Focus TV!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

Jun 19, 2022 • 16min
Showing Value Ahead of the Curve | The Recruitment Round-Up with Toby and Nadia
Welcome back to another episode of the Recruitment Round-Up. This week, Toby and Nadia are talking about how the Financial Technology sector can truly be a force for good. This episode is jam-packed with updates from both the recruitment and FinTech world as the pair dive into recent statistics and articles which address current issues such as the gender pay gap and retention of talent. "How do we improve the ways in which we attract talent? How can we change the perception of the industry? How do we showcase what we can do to be a force for good?" Thank you for joining us on another episode of the Recruitment Round-Up. 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

Jun 15, 2022 • 32min
The Next Evolution of RegTech | FinTech Focus TV Oliver Rooney, Chief Technology Officer at VoxSmart
Welcome back to another episode of FinTech Focus where Toby welcomes Oliver Rooney, Chief Technology Officer at VoxSmart.With a very exciting growth story, Oliver tells us what it's been like to be part of that journey, exploring recent successes, and where they've come from.As an evident expert in the space, this episode is a brilliant exploration of the evolution of regulatory compliance. Oliver and Toby look at the associated innovation, the problem-solving skills needed, and the solution-orientated approaches that have taken VoxSmart from strength-to-strength.Thank you Oliver for joining us on FinTech Focus TV, and exposing us to the exciting recent happenings in the RegTech space.Subscribe at: http://bit.ly/2p7CkLpT: @harringtonstarrI: @harrington.starrF: www.facebook.com/harringtonstarrFinTech 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

Jun 12, 2022 • 28min
That Wow Factor | The Recruitment Round-Up with Toby and Nadia
We're bringing you the wow factor on this episode of The Recruitment Round-Up with Toby and Nadia.Inspired by Nadia's trip to Money 20/20 in Amsterdam this week, the pair discuss industry shocks and changing headwinds. Having moderated a panel on "The Great Resignation", Nadia and Toby look at what this means for firms and why the lack of a single solution isn't actually such a bad thing.We get the eye-opening learns Nadia took from Money 20/20; from transparency to addressing the skills shortage on a global scale, a trip to Amsterdam gave us exposure to a world of new mindsets and opportunities.And we close with our exciting happenings and celebrate the Starr's of the Week (congratulations to Hari Sopal and Stephen Turkington!).Thank you for tuning into another episode of The Recruitment Round-Up!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


