

At the Forefront: Fintech Conversations
Forefront Communications
At Forefront Communications, the capital markets and institutional fintech are at the heart of our work. Our hope is that this podcast will help our followers stay informed, highlight key industry developments and delve into the people, companies and thought processes that keep the capital markets and fintech humming.
Episodes
Mentioned books

May 16, 2024 • 14min
Episode 53: Steve Bonanno, BXS
In this episode of At the Forefront, VP and Head of Content Sam Belden sits down with BXS CEO Steve Bonanno to discuss Rule 605 reform – the mistakes firms are already making regarding the new requirements, how BXS is helping its clients prepare and what this shift will mean for the wider regulatory landscape.

May 9, 2024 • 12min
Episode 52: Media Relations in the Digital Age
In this CMO Edition of our At the Forefront podcast, VP and Head of Content Sam Belden sits down with SAE Sam Raffalli to discuss how PR professionals can most effectively pitch the media and build relationships in an increasingly digital world. Tune in to hear Sam discuss his major takeaways from our "Reporters on the Record" series, media relations best practices and more.

May 2, 2024 • 21min
Episode 51: SEO Basics for B2B Fintechs
In this episode of At the Forefront, our VP and Head of Content Sam Belden joins SAE Victoria DaSilva to discuss SEO basics for B2B fintech firms. Tune in for some no-nonsense tips on how to enhance your website's ranking and reach your target audience.

Apr 25, 2024 • 21min
Episode 50: Ronan Donohue, Q4 Capital Advisors
In this episode of At the Forefront, Q4 Capital Advisors Founder & Managing Partner Ronan Donohue joins our Head of Content Sam Belden for a discussion on how the traditional banking world is being transformed by innovative technologies like AI. Tune in for more insights on the risks, benefits and implications for the hiring landscape.

Apr 18, 2024 • 17min
Episode 49: Supporting the B2B Fintech Buyer's Journey
In this CMO Edition of At the Forefront, Forefront VP and Head of Content Sam Belden sits down with SVP CJ Lengua to discuss our recent Marketing Insights piece on the B2B fintech buyer's journey. Tune in to hear Sam's take on key marketing tactics you can employ to help streamline each phase of the sales process, prime your firm for growth and close more deals.

Apr 12, 2024 • 13min
Episode 48: Glendy Kam, Tassat
In this episode of At the Forefront, Tassat CPO Glendy Kam joins VP and Head of Content Sam Belden to discuss why the potential of blockchain is so much bigger than crypto alone, and how banks and fintechs are responding to the surge of innovation within this space.

Apr 4, 2024 • 23min
Episode 47: Mastering B2B Fintech Email Marketing with Jay Schwedelson
In this CMO edition of "At the Forefront", marketing expert and Subjectline.com founder Jay Schwedelson joins our VP and Head of Digital Amanda Perrucci for an insightful discussion on email marketing trends and tips on how B2B fintechs can better leverage this powerful channel to engage their audience.

Mar 28, 2024 • 12min
Episode 46: James St. Clair, ViewTrade
In this episode of At the Forefront: Fintech Conversations, ViewTrade President – Brokerage Services James St. Clair sits down with Forefront SVP CJ Lengua to discuss the upcoming industry transition to T+1 settlement. With the new rule taking effect in two months, James and CJ discuss the importance of adequate preparation, concrete steps affected firms should take and how ViewTrade is helping its clients get ready for this momentous shift.

Mar 21, 2024 • 11min
Episode 45: Linda Middleditch, Regnology
In this episode of our At the Forefront: Fintech Conversations podcast, Regnology CPO Linda Middleditch discusses the future of regulatory reporting: how regulators are changing their approach, how cloud migration and AI can help the industry adapt and more.

Mar 14, 2024 • 27min
Episode 44: Jeffrey Estella and Michael Cashel
Industry consultants Jeffrey Estella and Michael Cashel discuss key capital markets initiatives and observations for 2024, including new regulatory priorities, liquidity trends on the buy and sell sides and the state of investment technology and data.