

Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
Dexter Cousins | Fintech Headhunter and Founder
Fintech Chatter Podcast has been leading conversations with Fintech founders since 2019!Join the Fintech Chatter Podcast, where we dive into the world of fintech with industry leaders and innovators. Brought to you by Tier One People, Australia's leading executive search and recruitment firm for fintech ventures. Each episode features an exclusive interview with a Fintech leader, uncovering their secrets to success and the lessons learned along the way. Fintech Chatter has become the archive for anyone serious about launching and building a successful Fintech company.Whether you're a fintech founder, professional, investor, or enthusiast, gain valuable insights from expert interviews and discussions on raising capital, hiring, international expansion, innovation and technology.Tune in to stay ahead of the trends in the rapidly-evolving fintech landscape.Dexter also shares his expertise on careers, leadership and hiring all through a Fintech lens.Follow Dexter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dextercousins/Follow Tier One People: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tier-one-people
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Jun 16, 2022 • 41min
Paytron - Jaco Veldsman
In ep. 114 Dexter Cousins is joined by Jaco Veldsman Co-founder of Paytron, a solution to simplify large-volume domestic and international payments, payroll, and process automation, all while auto-reconciling with a company's existing accounting software. Jaco Veldsman and Francois Henrion of Team Paytron have merged decades of financial and tech experience in algorithmic high-frequency trading to help ease the collaboration between businesses and accountants. Founded in Sydney, but now operating on a global scale, they help businesses focus on their mission, driving them further than ever before. Businesses and accountants around the world use their team-based workflows to efficiently manage their cashflow.A favour to askFintech Chatter is free of sponsors and will always be free content. If you appreciate the interviews please help us promote the show byHitting "follow" on your podcast player and leave a five-star review on Apple or SpotifySubscribing and liking on YoutubeThanks for your support!Never miss an episode of Fintech Chatter, subscribe now:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1et6klZeJGmxMsgcOaNsW8Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fintech-chatter/id1486716249 About Tier One People.Founded by Dexter Cousins in 2016, Tier One People is on a mission to help Australia become the world leader in Fintech innovation.Tier One People helps companies like Revolut, TrueLayer and 10x build founding teams for launch in Australia. And series A+ / ASX Listed Aussie Fintech like Lendi, Afterpay and 86 400 hire executive talent capable of delivering growth and scale. If you are building a world-class Fintech venture and need help in hiring tier-one people, you can reach us info@tieronepeople.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dextercousins/Twitter: https://twitter.com/dextercousins Website: https://tieronepeople.com Send us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

Jun 2, 2022 • 1h
Indebted - Australia's Best Place To Work
In episode 113 of Fintech chatter, Dexter Cousins chats to Josh Foreman, CEO and Founder of Indebted, a Fintech changing the world of consumer debt recovery for good.Dexter recently caught up with Josh to record Indebted's People’s Choice Award podcast.But we decided to record an extended version with bonus content for our loyal Fintech Chatter fans.Indebted was recently recognised as Australia’s No1 place to work by the Australian Financial Review.Tune in for an in-depth chat with Josh about his approach to hiring and scaling the business, how he has tripled the size of the organisation, continued to bring in top talent and successfully introduced a 4 day work weekJosh also shares his approach to building a remote, high-performance culture where people can do their best work.A favour to askFintech Chatter is free of sponsors and will always be free content. If you appreciate the interviews please help us promote the show byHitting "follow" on your podcast player and leaving a five-star review on Apple or SpotifySubscribing and liking on YoutubeThanks for your support!Never miss an episode of Fintech Chatter, subscribe now:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1et6klZeJGmxMsgcOaNsW8Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fintech-chatter/id1486716249About Tier One People.Founded by Dexter Cousins in 2016, Tier One People is on a mission to help Australia become the world leader in Fintech innovation.Tier One People helps companies like Revolut, TrueLayer and 10x build founding teams for launch in Australia. And series A+ / ASX Listed Aussie Fintech like Lendi, Afterpay and 86 400 hire executive talent capable of delivering growth and scale. If you are building a world-class Fintech venture and need help in hiring tier-one people, you can reach us info@tieronepeople.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dextercousins/Twitter: https://twitter.com/dextercousins Website: https://tieronepeople.com Send us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

May 30, 2022 • 34min
1835i Monica Lewis and Lynda Coker
In episode 112 of Fintech Chatter Podcast Dexter Cousins is joined by Monica Lewis and Lynda Coker of 1835i.1835i is the Ventures arm of ANZ bank. Combining the backing of a Global 50 bank with a team driven by innovation and disruption, 1835i builds and invests in businesses that are transforming financial services and beyond.Monica and Lynda share how the 1835i Creation Lab partners with founders atdifferent stages of their journey to design, build and launch new digital ventures.They also discuss 1835i Ventures' approach to investing in leading emerging growth fintech like Lendi, Airwallex, Slyp, Valiant and Bud.Relationships are a two-way street, Dexter asks Lynda and Monica how 1835i approaches partnerships. And the kind of connections and access founders can expect to portfolio companies and ANZ and its partners.For more info go to www.1835i.comA favour to askFintech Chatter is free of sponsors and will always be free. If you appreciate what we do please help us promote the show byHitting "follow" on your podcast player and leaving a five-star review on Apple or SpotifySubscribing and liking on YoutubeThanks for your support!Never miss an episode of Fintech Chatter, subscribe now:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1et6klZeJGmxMsgcOaNsW8Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/fintech-chatter/id1486716249About Tier One People.Founded by Dexter Cousins in 2016, Tier One People is on a mission to help Australia become the world leader in Fintech innovation.Tier One People helps companies like Revolut, TrueLayer and 10x build founding teams for launch in Australia. And series A+ / ASX Listed Aussie Fintech like Lendi, Afterpay and 86 400 hire executive talent capable of delivering growth and scale. If you are building a world-class Fintech venture and need help in hiring tier-one people, you can reach us info@tieronepeople.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dextercousins/Twitter: https://twitter.com/dextercousins Website: https://tieronepeople.com Send us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

May 22, 2022 • 21min
Monoova - Christian Westerlind Wigstrom
Christian Westerlind Wigstrom co-founder & CEO of Monoova joins Dexter Cousins to chat about their nomination for the Fintech Of The Year in the 2022 People's Choice Award.Brought to you by FinTech Australia and Tier One People, People's Choice is the Finnies Award the Fintech community gets to decide.Each unique listen/download will count as a vote for Monoova. Your network can give you a bonus point by registering their details and voting for you here.The Finnies, the most prestigious Fintech awards in Australia will be held in Melbourne - 23rd June 2022.Find out more - Finnies 2022Send us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

May 22, 2022 • 21min
Bridgit - Aaron Bassin
Aaron Bassin, CEO, and Co-Founder of Bridgit joins Dexter Cousins to chat about their nomination for the Emerging Fintech Of The Year in the 2022 People's Choice Award.Brought to you by FinTech Australia and Tier One People, People's Choice is the Finnies Award the Fintech community gets to decide.Each unique listen/download will count as a vote for Bridgit. Your network can give you a bonus point by registering their details and voting for you here.The Finnies, the most prestigious Fintech awards in Australia will be held in Melbourne - 23rd June 2022.Find out more - Finnies 2022Send us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

May 22, 2022 • 19min
Flare - James Windon
James Windon, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Flare joins Dexter Cousins to chat about their nomination for the Fintech Of The Year in the 2022 People's Choice Award.Brought to you by FinTech Australia and Tier One People, People's Choice is the Finnies Award the Fintech community gets to decide.Each unique listen/download will count as a vote for Flare. Your network can give you a bonus point by registering their details and voting for you here.The Finnies, the most prestigious Fintech awards in Australia will be held in Melbourne - 23rd June 2022.Find out more - Finnies 2022Send us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

May 22, 2022 • 21min
Wisr - Dr Lili Sussman
Dr Lili Sussman, Chief Strategy Officer of Wisr joins Dexter Cousins to chat about their nomination for the Fintech Of The Year in the 2022 People's Choice Award.Brought to you by FinTech Australia and Tier One People, People's Choice is the Finnies Award the Fintech community gets to decide.Each unique listen/download will count as a vote for Wisr. Your network can give you a bonus point by registering their details and voting for you here.The Finnies, the most prestigious Fintech awards in Australia will be held in Melbourne - 23rd June 2022.Find out more - Finnies 2022Send us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

May 22, 2022 • 22min
Hnry - James Fuller
James Fuller, Co-founder & CEO of Hnry joins Dexter Cousins to chat about their nomination for the Fintech Of The Year in the 2022 People's Choice Award.Brought to you by FinTech Australia and Tier One People, People's Choice is the Finnies Award the Fintech community gets to decide.Each unique listen/download will count as a vote for Hnry. Your network can give you a bonus point by registering their details and voting for you here.The Finnies, the most prestigious Fintech awards in Australia will be held in Melbourne - 23rd June 2022.Find out more - Finnies 2022Send us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

May 22, 2022 • 20min
Indebted - Josh Foreman
Josh Foreman, Founder & CEO of Indebted joins Dexter Cousins to chat about their nomination for the Fintech Of The Year in the 2022 People's Choice Award.Brought to you by FinTech Australia and Tier One People, People's Choice is the Finnies Award the Fintech community gets to decide.Each unique listen/download will count as a vote for Indebted. Your network can give you a bonus point by registering their details and voting for you here.The Finnies, the most prestigious Fintech awards in Australia will be held in Melbourne - 23rd June 2022.Find out more - Finnies 2022Send us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

May 22, 2022 • 19min
Unhedged - Peter Bakker
Peter Bakker, CEO, and Founder of Unhedged joins Dexter Cousins to chat about their nomination for the Emerging Fintech Of The Year in the 2022 People's Choice Award.Brought to you by FinTech Australia and Tier One People, People's Choice is the Finnies Award the Fintech community gets to decide.Each unique listen/download will count as a vote for Unhedged. Your network can give you a bonus point by registering their details and voting for you here.The Finnies, the most prestigious Fintech awards in Australia will be held in Melbourne - 23rd June 2022.Find out more - Finnies 2022Send us a textContact dexter@tieronepeople.com to discussSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp


