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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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Jan 27, 2025 • 9min
EBRD’s Approach to FinTech Success | Alexandre Monnier, Principal Banker, Private Equity at EBRD
How is EBRD transforming FinTech across emerging markets? Recorded at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London, this episode features an oberservation into the world of private equity and FinTech investments with Alexandre Monnier, Principal Banker, Private Equity at EBRD, hosted by Ian Bailey.Discover how the EBRD is driving innovation, inclusion, and sustainability across emerging markets, supporting FinTech startups with growth equity strategies, and championing digital transformation on a global scale.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

Jan 22, 2025 • 36min
Why London is Still the Premier Spot for Reg Tech Business | Leo Labels, Founder and CEO of REGnosys
Is Collaboration the Key to Restructuring RegTech?Join Toby on FinTech Focus TV as he sits down with Leo Labels, Founder and CEO of REGnosys, to explore the fascinating world of regulatory technology. From his journey at Goldman Sachs to founding REGnosys, Leo shares insights into how his company is transforming capital markets compliance through innovative, collaborative solutions. Discover how REGnosys is tackling data challenges, driving industry-wide standards, and preparing for an ever-evolving regulatory landscape. 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

Jan 20, 2025 • 8min
Revolutionising Business Verification for Banks and FinTechs with AI | Rhim Shah, Co-Founder and CEO of Arva AI
Is AI the Key to Shaking Up Compliance in FinTech?In this episode of Fintech Focus TV, recorded live at the ExCeL Centre in London, Toby sits down with Rhim Shah, Co-Founder and CEO of Arva AI. Rhim shares his inspiring journey and discusses how his company is revolutionising business verification through cutting-edge AI solutions. He highlights the entrepreneurial energy at FinTech Connect and offers valuable insights into scaling globally, following a successful funding round led by Google's AI fund. This episode dives into the future of AI in FinTech, exploring its transformative impact on compliance and RegTech. 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

Jan 15, 2025 • 33min
Finch Capital's €10m Investment in Big XYT and the State of Fintech in 24/25 | Eugénie Colonna d'Istria, Investor at Finch Capital
Is This the Blueprint for FinTech Success in 2025?In the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV Toby sits down with Eugénie Colonna d'Istria, Investor at Finch Capital, for a deep dive into the future of FinTech. Eugénie shares her expertise on the evolving landscape of the industry, discussing the highlights of the State of FinTech Report 2024, including the resilience of the European market and the emerging shift from B2C to B2B solutions.The conversation also covers Finch Capital’s strategic €10M investment in Big XYT, illustrating the power of niche-focused innovation, and dives into the changing expectations for venture-backed companies, emphasising sustainability and smart growth over the "growth at all costs" mentality.Eugénie offers invaluable insights into what makes a company stand out to investors and shares predictions for 2025, a year poised to bring new opportunities and challenges to the FinTech space.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

Jan 13, 2025 • 12min
What AI can Teach FinTech | Ashlea Atigolo, Co-Founder of Finley AI
Unlocking the Power of AI in Finance In the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, host Ian Bailey engages in an insightful conversation with Ashlea Atigolo, Co-Founder of INATIGO and Finley AI, recorded at FinTech Connect 2024 in London. Ashlea reveals her transformative journey from wealth management to creating Finley AI, an advanced financial AI agent that is revolutionising data processing, precision, and productivity in the highly regulated financial sector. She explores how AI is being used to accelerate research, enhance workflows, and navigate the challenges of regulation while driving innovation. With INATIGO setting new benchmarks in financial services, this episode is a must-watch for those curious about the intersection of technology and finance. 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

Jan 8, 2025 • 33min
Fintech in 2025: From Venture Winter to Venture Spring | Mark Beeston, Founder of Illuminate Financial
Is This the Blueprint for Success in FinTech Venture Capital?On the latest FinTech Focus TV, Toby sits down with Mark Beeston, Founder of Illuminate Financial, for an insightful conversation about the evolution of venture capital in FinTech. Mark reflects on Illuminate Financial's 10-year journey and their unique venture capital model. He explores key trends shaping financial services technology in 2025 and beyond, emphasising partnerships, strategic investments, and adaptability in today's venture landscape. Covering topics from AI and digital assets to collaboration, this episode offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs, investors, and FinTech professionals.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

Jan 6, 2025 • 46min
The Top 1% Workplace Awards: How Leading FinTech Companies are Investing in Talent in 2024
Live on stage at FinTech Connect, Toby Babb is joined by Clare Jones, Chief People Officer at GSS, Joachim Lauterbach, CEO at valantic FSA and Lili Singh, People Business Partner at Calastone. Together, they explore strategies for building successful workplaces in FinTech.The panel discuss practical approaches to leadership, talent retention, and fostering communication, sharing insights from their experiences in creating thriving, people-centric organisations. The discussion covers creating clear career pathways, adapting to hybrid working, and building trust and engagement by actively listening to employees.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

Jan 3, 2025 • 13min
Mentoring the Next Generation of Fintech Innovators | Jerry Floros, FinTech Expert and Founder of FinTech Bites
How Will AI and FinTech Shape the Future of Innovation and Equality?Join Toby as he sits down with Jerry Floros, FinTech Expert and Founder of FinTech Bites, live from FinTech Connect 2024 at the Excel Centre, London.With over a decade of experience in the industry, Jerry reflects on the challenges and opportunities facing startups, including his game-changing “Three T’s” framework: Timing, Team, and Tech—the keys to startup success.The conversation delves into the critical ethical and regulatory questions surrounding AI, drawing comparisons to nuclear energy and the need for robust global oversight. Jerry’s passion for gender equality and youth empowerment shines as he advocates for a future where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive in FinTech.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

Dec 18, 2024 • 10min
A Summary of the FIX Americas Trading Conference | Jim Kaye, Executive Director at FIX Trading Community
FIX’s Role in the Future of FinanceJoin Toby as he speaks with Jim Kaye, Executive Director at FIX Trading Community, in the latest episode of FinTech Focus TV, recorded live from the FIX Americas Trading Conference in New York City.They dive into key topics shaping the industry today, including the future of AI in trading, the evolution of FIX over 30 years, and exciting initiatives like Women in FIX. Plus, Jim shares insights on the challenges and opportunities facing the trading community.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

Dec 16, 2024 • 8min
Forging a Path: Women of FIX | Emiko Kamoda and Katie Kolchin, Founding Members of Women of FIX
How Are Women Transforming the Future of FIX Trading?Join us on FinTech Focus TV, hosted by Toby, as we feature the incredible Emiko Kamoda and Katie Kolchin, founding members of Women of FIX. Recorded live at the FIX Americas Trading Conference in New York, this episode dives into their mission to empower women in the FIX trading community through career mentorship, community building, and knowledge sharing.Discover how they’re driving change through career mentorship, community building, knowledge sharing, and celebrating rising stars in the industry. Emiko and Katie share invaluable insights on breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated space, the importance of allyship, and fostering collaboration across buy-side, sell-side, and regulatory environments.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


