Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders

In episode 27 Dexter is joined by Simon Lee, Co-Founder of Assembly Payments and now Managing Partner at Patona.Simon knows a thing or two about raising capital and scaling Fintech's. As CEO at Assembly Simon has raised $70m and won partnerships with Westpac and Standard Chartered. Patona started life as a bootstrapped tech startup that saw amazing success by running the majority of its business from India with minimal investment. This is a 'no holds' barred chat with Simon as he gives his views on the 'Fintech startup Dream' and shares how Patona is helping Fintech founders launch and scale with minimal capital.Tier One People is proud to announce a partnership with Patona. If you'd like to find out how we can help you scale your Fintech contact dexter@tieronepeople.comThis podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm.Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintechs advancing the global economy.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One PeopleTo hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

It’s episode 26 and Dexter is joined by Carla Harris, Founder of Longevity App to talk all things WealthTech. They are on a mission to change everyone’s financial future one cent at a time, by automatically boosting your existing super fund with a little bit extra whenever you spend. Plus a load of great guests featuring in the show:Christina Hobbs of Verve SuperDan Silver of StakePat Garret of Six Park Jonny Wilkinson of EquitiseDownload the Longevity App on the App Store or Google PlayThis podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leaders in FinTech Executive Search Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintech's advancing the global economy.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One People.To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

It's episode 25 and to mark such an occasion Dexter is joined by a very special guest who needs no introduction.Anthony Thomson is Co-Founder and Chairman of 86 400, Australia's first Smart Bank. And with a resume that includes Founder and Chairman of Atom Bank the UKs first mobile-first bank and Metro Bank in the UK, Anthony is one of the world's leading pioneers in digital banking. With two Geordies, on a Fintech podcast in Australia I'm thinking of renaming the showThe Ant and Dex show OR I’m a Fintech Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here 🤣🤣Tune in as we talk about the future of banking and Anthony's observations on the global Fintech scene.You can find out more about Anthony www.anthonythomson.co.ukAnthony's book: No Small Change - Why Financial Services Needs A New Kind Of MarketingFind out more on 86 400 http://86 400.com.auDownload at the app store OR Google PlayThis podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firmThanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintechs advancing the global economyWe share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One PeopleTo hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

In episode 24 Dexter talks to Christian Westerlind Wigstrom of Monoova, an end-to-end payment solution allowing businesses to automate how they receive, manage and pay funds. Using an API-driven Payment Engine, businesses can scale without worrying about how their transactions are managed.Christian shares his thoughts on a not too distant world where payments will be seamless and just happen as we move through our daily lives.We also talk about the importance of hiring the right people and how that can quickly lead to success.For more info go to https://monoova.com/This podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm. Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintechs to advance the global economy.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One People.To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

In episode 23 Dexter is joined by Fred Schebesta co-founder of Finder, a global personal finance comparison website.  Finder attracts over 10 million visitors each month and employs over 300 staff .Fred spearheaded the group’s venture capital arm, Finder Venture where he thrives in the startup phase of building new business ideas. For the past 2 years, Fred has been leading the group’s latest project, the Finder App, Fred is recognised as one of Australia’s leading entrepreneurs with way too many awards and accolades to mention in an intro! I chat to Fred about his journey as a founder, making the transition to global CEO and Finders plans in the open banking era.  Find out more https://www.finder.com.au/appFollow Fred on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredschebesta/ Follow Fred on Twitter - https://twitter.com/SchebestaThanks to our partners FinTech Australia, a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian fintechs to advance the global economy and culture.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/The FinTech Australia Podcast is produced by Tier One People - Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm. To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHAnd if you like the show, please leave a review 🙏🙏🙏Send us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

Join your host Dexter Cousins for a HUGE celebration! Open Banking is now live in Australia and in honour of this 'Game Changing' event for Fintech we have an amazing line up of guests. True pioneers!In episode 020 of the Fintech Australia Podcast co-host is our good friend from True Layer, Marie Steinthaler. And a bunch of our other friends crash the party 🥳🥳🥳 including:Gareth Gumbly - Frollo https://frollo.com.au/app/Stuart Low - Biza https://biza.io/Rob Hale - Regional Australia Bank https://www.regionalaustraliabank.com.au/Fred Schebesta - Finder https://www.finder.com.au/appJohn Rayment - Identitii https://identitii.com/Click here if you want to get involved in the ACCC consultation group Big Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia, a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian fintechs to advance the global economy and culture.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/The FinTech Australia Podcast is produced by Tier One People - Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm. To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

In episode 21 Dexter Cousins talks open banking with Gareth Gumbley, CEO of Frollo.Frollo is on a quest to help Australians feel good about money. Using the power of technology and community, Frollo’s ecosystem enables clients to build their own unique customer journeys and value propositions. Their SaaS Integration platform brings together an AI engine, API’s, partner integrations and Open Banking solutions. Turning data into insights, Frollo’s features include transaction enrichment, money insights, goal setting, bill tracking, budgeting and financial wellbeing tools, as well as product comparisons (through Open Banking).And, as the first FinTech in Australia to become an Accredited Data Recipient in the ACCC Open Banking system, Frollo is also leading the way towards a more transparent financial sector for all Australians. Download the Frollo App: https://frollo.com.au/app/Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia, a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian fintechs to advance the global economy and culture.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Tier One People is Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm. If you are looking to hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.com If you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJoin the fastest growing community in Fintech Send us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

In episode 19 and today I’m joined by Tim Cameron Australia New Zealand Country Manager for Transferwise.Launched in 2011 with the vision of making international money transfers cheap, fair, and simple, Transferwise now has over 7 million customers and processes over US$5bn per month in international transactionsWith investors including Sir Richard Branson and Paypal founders Peter Thiel and Max Levchin, Transferwise is one of the worlds most successful Fintech.I chat with Tim about his own journey with Transferwise and their growth plans for Australia.Transferwise Careers: https://www.transferwise.jobs/Transferwise Product: https://transferwise.com/au/business/Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia, a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian fintechs to advance the global economy and culture.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Tier One People is Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm. If you are looking to hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comSend us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

In episode 22 of The FinTech Australia Podcast I am joined by Jonny Wilkinson, co-founder of Equitise. Equitise is a crowdfunding platform which simplifies the investment marketplace. It removes traditional barriers to investing in sourcing capital by making the process quick, easy and safe. Enabling your average Aussie to invest in early stage startups like Xinja. Jonny shares his personal journey of launching the business and gives his views on the current investment market. Find out more: https://equitise.comThanks to our partners FinTech Australia, a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian fintechs to advance the global economy and culture.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Tier One People is Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm. If you are looking to hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comSend us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp

Bianca Bates is Chief Client Officer at Cuscal, Australia's largest independent provider of payment solutions. Cuscal has a rich history of technology innovation in Australia and is the main investor behind Neo bank 86 400. They were the first provider to go live on the new payments platform, switching on 30 clients simultaneously on one day.Tier One People’s Dexter Cousins talks to Bianca about the next evolution for Cuscal as we enter the open banking era. It turns out Cuscal is the oldest Fintech in town!We are proud to partner with Cuscal and we're hiring mission critical leadership positions. If you would like to find out more contact talent@tieronepeople.comThanks to our partners FinTech Australia, a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian fintechs to advance the global economy and culture.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Tier One People is Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm. If you are looking to hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.com To sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comSend us a textSubscribe Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/fintech-leaders-7092732051488980992/Connect on Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3DsCJBp