The Innovators’ Exchange by Oliver Wyman
Oliver Wyman
Introducing the Innovators’ Exchange podcast, hosted by Hiten Patel, Global Head of Financial Infrastructure Technology, and Services at Oliver Wyman. Join Hiten as he engages in insightful conversations with CEOs and founders who are shaping the landscape of financial technology, data, and software. In each episode, Hiten delves into their journeys to success, daily motivations, business visions, and the invaluable lessons they've gathered along the way. Meet visionaries such as Maroun Eddé of Murex, Brad Levy from Symphony, Cat Long of Trace, Anand Sambasivan of Primary Bid, David Mercer of LMAX group, and Bin Ren of Sigtech. From discussing the ever-evolving nature of capital markets to the symbiotic relationship between humans and AI, these conversations provide a unique perspective on innovation in the financial sector.
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Dec 12, 2024 • 41min
Christian Kromann, CEO of SimCorp, on Shaping The Future of Investment Management
Christian Kromann, CEO of SimCorp, discusses the evolving landscape of financial technology and its impact on investment management. He shares insights from his impressive career merging mathematics with finance, highlighting the pivotal role of technology amid rising client demands. The conversation includes the challenges of leading international teams while maintaining work-life balance. Kromann also reflects on integrating personal passions like fitness and music into a fulfilling professional life, emphasizing adaptability as key to success.
Nov 20, 2024 • 39min
Christian Nentwich, founder and board member of Duco, on Harnessing Technology To Solve Real-World Challenges
In this episode, Hiten Patel interviews Christian Nentwich, founder and board member of Duco. They discuss the evolution of technology, particularly in the financial services sector, the challenges of data reconciliation, and the "low code, no code" movement.
Nov 8, 2024 • 40min
Madhumita Murgia, AI Editor at the Financial Times, on Exploring The Human Stories Behind AI
Hiten Patel welcomes Madhumita Murgia, the artificial intelligence (AI) editor at the Financial Times (FT) and author of “Code Dependent.”Madhumita discusses her book, in which she explores the human impact of AI, conducting interviews with individuals across 10 countries to understand how AI is changing lives today. Madhumita also shares her thoughts on the state of AI, and discusses the economic implications of AI, as well as the impact of AI on the media industry.
Oct 4, 2024 • 31min
Michael Engle, Co-founder of 1Kosmos on Navigating the Future of Cybersecurity and Digital Identity
In this episode of the Innovators Exchange, Hiten is joined by his colleague Cosimo Schiavone and Mike Engle, the co-founder of 1Kosmos. 1Kosmos provides individuals with secure digital identities for a purpose of protecting and fighting identity fraud. He discusses the challenges of the current identity system, such as poor user experience and credential control challenges and explains how 1Kosmos aims to provide a single, secure identity for individuals.
Sep 27, 2024 • 48min
Sherry Coutu CBE, on Boosting Economies Through Scale-Ups and Retail Investors
Hiten Patel meets Sherry Coutu, an entrepreneur and angel investor, to discuss her experiences in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors, her journey as an entrepreneur, her involvement in boards of publicly listed companies, her philanthropic work, and her views on the importance of relationships and problem-solving in business.
Aug 13, 2024 • 28min
Jeff Glass, CEO of Hometap, on Providing an Alternative to Debt for Homeowners
In this episode of Innovators’ Exchange, Hiten Patel and Peter Clarke interview Jeff Glass, the CEO and co-founder of Hometap. Hometap is a Boston-based fintech company that helps make homeownership more accessible and less stressful by providing homeowners with an alternative to debt.
Jun 14, 2024 • 31min
Jouk Pleiter - CEO and Founder of Backbase on Customer-centric Banking and Digital Transformation
In this episode, Hiten Patel and Cosimo Schiavone interview Jouk Pleiter, the CEO and founder of Backbase. Backbase is a global banking technology company that provides engagement banking for financial institutions. Jouk shares insights about his role at Backbase and the company's journey from a small startup to a global enterprise with more than 2,000 employees. He also delves into the challenges faced by banks in their digital transformations, emphasizing the importance of organizational structure and leadership in driving these transformations successfully. The conversation covers the future of banking technology, including the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and what that could look like for different organizations.
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May 17, 2024 • 37min
Junta Nakai, Head Of Financial Services At Databricks, On Revolutionizing Financial Services Using AI And Data
Junta Nakai, the global head of financial services at Databricks, discusses the transformative role of AI and data in financial services. He shares insights on navigating career transitions, drawing from his experience at Goldman Sachs to his current role. Junta emphasizes the importance of data governance and democratization for enhancing customer experiences, particularly for underserved populations. He also explores the intriguing parallels between the premiumization of sake and tequila, and reflects on Japan's economic challenges for valuable global insights.
Apr 30, 2024 • 35min
Rob Mackay, CEO of Regnology, on Intersections Of Regulatory Reporting And Technology
In this episode of the Innovators’ Exchange, Hiten Patel and Sean Farrar interview Rob Mackay, the CEO of Regnology. Regnology is a financial technology business specializing in regulatory and tax reporting for supervisory authorities, banks, corporates and insurance companies. In the conversation they discuss Rob's journey in the industry, the current state of technology in regulatory reporting, and the future trends in the industry.
Apr 19, 2024 • 31min
Charlie Kerr, CEO of With Intelligence, on Transforming From B2B Publisher To Data Analytics Powerhouse
In this episode of Innovator’s Exchange, Hiten interviews Charlie Kerr, the CEO of With Intelligence, a data analytics business. Charlie shares the journey of With Intelligence, from a small B2B publisher to a company helping limited partners (LPs) allocate capital and general partners (GPs) raise assets effectively. During the conversation, Charlie discusses the power of data in the financial industry, particularly in private markets and emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and curiosity in entrepreneurship.
