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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Mar 24, 2025 • 50min
David Benigson, founder and CEO of SignalAI, on Decoding Risk Through Predictive Analytics
In this episode of the Innovators’ Exchange, David Benigson, the founder and CEO of Signal AI, meets with Hiten Patel and Archie Stebbings. David shares insights about his entrepreneurial journey, the inception of Signal AI, and the evolving landscape of risk management and compliance in the context of artificial intelligence (AI). He discusses the importance of external intelligence for large enterprises and how Signal AI leverages machine learning to provide actionable insights from diverse data sources. The conversation also explores the broader implications of AI technology, the challenges organizations face in adopting these solutions, and the future of augmented intelligence in business decision-making.
Mar 12, 2025 • 55min
Francois Cazor, executive chairman of Kpler, on Transforming Commodities Data For Smarter Decisions
In this episode, Hiten Patel and Marcus Hoddinott interview Francois Cazor, the chairman of Kpler, a company that provides transparency in the commodities data space. Francois shares his journey from a corporate trading background to entrepreneurship, detailing the journey taken by Kpler in its early years, including a pivot from carbon credits to the more lucrative LNG (liquified natural gas) market.The conversation highlights Kpler's focus on product-market fit, the importance of customer feedback, and the company's cultural values of humility and ambition. Francois also reflects on the commodities market's evolution, data's role in democratizing access, and his personal transition from CEO to executive chairman.
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Feb 17, 2025 • 40min
Tara Anand Carter, Partner At Hg, On The Evolution Of Investor Interest In Data Markets
Tara Anand Carter, a Partner at Hg, specializes in B2B software investments and has a keen focus on data and analytics. In this discussion, she unpacks the shifting landscape of investor interest in data markets, emphasizing the significance of strong intellectual property. Tara explores the balance of revenue streams, shares insights on customer retention metrics, and reflects on her transition from advisor to investor. The conversation also delves into the evolving data markets in energy and commodities, highlighting the role of AI and regulatory changes.
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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.
