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Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇬🇧CIO Challenges in the Pandemic 🇬🇧 Heads Talk takes a mini break in preparation for the new series. Here is a lost and now found episode recorded during the pandemic July 2021.  This concludes the #HTFintechSeries 2024 for now. We have 2 other distinguished guests, but their episodes will be released at the agreed time. Dax Grant was the Chief Information Officer - Global Operations for HSBC. In her role she oversaw the day-to-day Technology aspects of the HSBC’s operations, leading and managing teams around the globe. _______Episode Sponsored by Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. ABOUT THE HOST#AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeries #HeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast Support the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInHeads Talk takes a mini break in preparation for the new series. Here is the final episode, for now, of the Fintech Series_______Episode Title: 🇫🇷Payment: Strategies, Systems, Schemes, Networks and Rails🇬🇧 🇩🇪🇵🇹 In this episode of the #HTFintechSeries 2024 of Heads Talk we have a dynamic & forthright leader.  For newcomers, we invite you to explore our influential lineup of guests from our successful 2022 series by browsing the hashtag #HTFintechSeries.Sandra Mianda, the globetrotter, is the Founder & CEO of Paypr.work. She is a seasoned payments strategist with a wealth of experience spanning over 14 years, dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and revenue growth for large corporations. Her expertise lies in optimising payment strategies, reducing costs, and streamlining backend processes. Having been involved in numerous international projects, gaining exposure to global payment strategies & large-scale migration initiatives. She remains abreast of the latest industry developments, maintaining a keen interest in regulatory changes and technological advancements within the payments landscape.Embracing the fintech revolution with a curious mindset, Sandra is particularly intrigued by emerging technologies such as blockchain and their potential to redefine transactional dynamics between brands & consumers.Topics Covered:◽️The New Kid On The Block - The Chief Payment Officer◽️Cloud Enablement in Finance◽️Payment Strategies - The Definitions◽️Open Finance and Regulations◽️Consumer Behaviour◽️GenAI Impact on PaymentsSandra's Article/Post MentionedSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Deep Breath Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. ABOUT THE HOST#AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇬🇧CISI's Consistency, Integrity, Ethics and the Value of Regulations🇬🇧Another great episode from the Finfluencer Series 2024 on Heads Talk. For newcomers, we invite you to explore our influential lineup of guests from our successful 2022 series by browsing the hashtag #HTFintechSeries.Tracy Vegro brings a wealth of experience & leadership to her role as Chief Executive Officer of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI).Before assuming her position at CISI in September 2022, Tracy held influential executive roles at prominent regulatory bodies. Notably, as Executive Director of Strategy and Innovation at the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), she drove the implementation of the SRA’s corporate strategy, overseeing pivotal areas such as innovation, regulatory policy, and education. Her impact was similarly profound during her tenure as Executive Director of Strategy & Resources at the Financial Reporting Council, where she led multifaceted teams focusing on strategy, risk management, HR, communications, and economics.Recognised for her outstanding contributions, Tracy was awarded an OBE in the 2020 New Year Honours list for her services to business and diversity.Tracy's dedication to professional development is evident through her participation in programmes such as the High Potential Development Programme, as well as through numerous secondments, including a pivotal role at the co-operative group, where she played an instrumental part in implementing governance reforms.Topics Covered:◽️CISI Stock Exchange Beginnings◽️CISI Global Reach◽️Example Achievements Within the Organisation◽️Dissecting Regulations◽️Lifelong Learning◽️Financial Literacy Across The GlobeSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Deep Breath Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by EWPS - 𝔼𝕟𝕘𝕝𝕚𝕤𝕙 𝕎𝕚𝕝𝕝𝕤 & ℙ𝕣𝕠𝕓𝕒𝕥𝕖 𝕊𝕨𝕚𝕥𝕫𝕖𝕣𝕝𝕒𝕟𝕕 and  Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOST#AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇨🇳Frankly, My Dear, I don't give a Damn🇨🇳Another great episode from the Finfluencer Series 2024 on Heads Talk.  For newcomers, we invite you to explore our remarkable lineup of guests from our successful 2022 series by browsing the hashtag #HTFintechSeries. Richard Turrin, the best-selling author of "Cashless - China’s Digital Currency Revolution" and "Innovation Lab Excellence," is an award-winning executive, thought leader, expert commentator with over two decades of Fintech Innovation Experience. Ranked No. 4 on Onalytica's Fintech Influencer list, he's a foremost authority on China’s digital yuan and a leading figure in the global dialogue on CBDCs. Having lived in Shanghai for the past decade, Richard witnessed China's transition to a "cashless" society firsthand, inspiring his book. He now focuses on writing and guiding western companies through China’s dynamic tech landscape, offering commentary to international media such as the Wall Street Journal, South China Morning Post, and CGTV’s Global Business. Renowned for his candour and witty insights, Richard simplifies complex concepts for his audience.This was a thoroughly enjoyable and comprehensive dive into China's digital dominance, the impact on the global stage and dispelling misconceptions about China merely imitating the West. Richard offers a compelling narrative on China's growth, challenging traditional notions of innovation.  Heads Talk also managed to get an exclusive from Richard. Listen  to the full episode to find out!Topics Covered:◽️Chinese Focus and Innovation◽️WeChat Pay, Ping An, Financial Platforms◽️CBDCs:  Dispelling Misconceptions and Contrasting with Cryptocurrencies◽️Culture of Individual Geniuses Vs Coordinated Team Excellence◽️De-dollarisation and the Implications◽️From Russia with CDBCs◽️ Global Uncertainties and CBDC Rush Amidst Contemporary Challenges◽️ Space Race of the 60s is the Digital Race of Today◽️ Preview of Richard's latest BookSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Deep Breath Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Richard Turrin's Book CashlessRichard's Substack  Blog ABOUT THE HOST#AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInThis episode was recorded Oct 2023. Episode Title: 🇧🇪Redress The Human Element in Banking🇧🇪Today marks precisely two years since my last episode release with our guest, marking the inception of the 1st Fintech Series in 2022. In this #HTFintechSeries 2024 episode on Heads Talk, we are delighted to welcome back Rik Coeckelbergs, CEO of The Banking Scene, for a lively conversation. Rik brings with him a wealth of experience & insights garnered from his extensive career in the banking industry.The Banking Scene is a networking platform facilitating connections among banking professionals & broader financial sector specialists, both virtually & in person.In addition to spearheading this influential platform, Rik launched the 'Innovations in Payment' group on LinkedIn, now the largest payment-focused community with 101k+ members, where banking professionals collaborate on industry trends and innovations.And when he's not busy shaping the future of banking through his platform, he's a sought-after speaker on the future of banking & payments. Rik is preparing for the release of his forthcoming book due next year/2025.  I've been promised a signed copy by the man himself, and I eagerly await delving into its content. Stay tuned as we plan to feature Rik & his insights on our podcast in the near future, promising an enriching experience for all our listeners.Topics Covered include:◽️Taster of Rik's Forthcoming Book◽️New Ethos in Banking◽️Misleading Buzzwords in Finance & Tech◽️Update on Regtech Since Our Last Conversation◽️Fintech Uncut◽️Finfluencing◽️Banking Predictions for the Year Ahead - The Paradigm Shift!So download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Peppermint Cream Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋 Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration & Discount Code HeadsTalk2415 Rik's Previous Episode: Episode Title:- 🇧🇪The Sweet Spot of Regtech🇧🇪Fintech Uncut PodcastABOUT THE HOST#AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Fintech Scotland Cluster Management Excellence🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Another great episode from the Finfluencer Series 2024 on Heads Talk.  For newcomers, we invite you to explore our remarkable lineup of guests from our successful 2022 series by browsing the hashtag #HTFintechSeries. Stephen Ingledew OBE is the Chairman of Fintech Scotland and a Non-Executive of the Centre for Finance Innovation and Technology (CFIT). He spearheads the advancement of financial innovation, propelling FinTech Scotland to prominence as a leading Fintech Cluster Management Organisation in the UK and Europe.Stephen's pivotal role in shaping the groundbreaking research and innovation roadmap and his co-founding of the UK FinTech National Network demonstrates his commitment to driving progress in the industry. His contributions were honored with an OBE in the 2023 New Year Honours list for services to the UK Fintech Sector.Beyond his leadership positions, Stephen holds several non-executive director roles and serves on various boards, further solidifying his impact on the landscape of finance and technology.Topics Covered:◽️Cluster Management Accreditation - ECEI Silver Label◽️Fintech in Scotland and the UK Fintech Family◽️UKs Fintech Global Market position◽️Balance Between Promoting Innovation and Ensuring Regulatory Compliance◽️Scottish Ecosystem◽️Climate Finance◽️Fintech Scotland's Future◽️ Reading FC Team!So download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Deep Breath Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by  Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇨🇭Bioelectronics and Ethics: The Debate Today🇨🇭In this episode of Heads Talk, a departure from our Fintech/Finfluencer Series, we engage in a conversation with Nicolas Vachicourasm, CEO of Neurosoft Bioelectronics, a company he co-founded in 2019. Aside from securing approximately $9M in funding, Nicolas played a pivotal role in establishing a medical-grade manufacturing line for neural implant production and initiating first-in-human studies in the USA in 2023.Episode titled around the ethics of BCIs and Neurotechnology, our discussion delves into fascinating territories. I anticipate continuing this dialogue with other CSuites in the field in the weeks ahead.Topics Covered:◽️Commercialisation of Neurotechnology Products (Europe and US)◽️Neurosoft Bioelectronics products and application◽️BCI Ethics and Regulations ◽️Neurotech Developments in the Last 2 Years◽️What Industry Leaders are Talking About◽️Real-World Case Study Examples Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeads Talk #HeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTNeurotechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title:🇨🇭GenZ Shape The New Insurance Model🇨🇭In this episode of the #HTFintechSeries on Heads Talk,  we have Dr. Martha Boeckenfeld. With over 20 years of international experience as a Financial Service C-Suite Executive in institutions including UBS, Unicredit, Blackrock, Generali, Kleinwort Benson, and Axa, she wears multiple hats in the digital disruption space. Martha serves as a member of the supervisory board on Generali Switzerland, is the founder of Femitopia and the Marthaverse, and has recently been appointed a UN Peace Ambassador.Her influence extends beyond her executive roles; she actively participates on numerous advisory boards and is recognised as a key influencer in the industry. Her accolades include nominations as one of the Top 100 Women Of The Future (Web3 & Metaverse) and Top 5 Women in Tech Europe (Web3), making her a valuable addition to the Finfluencer series.We are delighted to have Martha join this series for her 3rd appearance on Heads Talk.Topics Covered:◽️GenZ Future Spending Power◽️Social aspects to Money Management◽️Banks Business Model Changes◽️Platformisation ◽️Changes in Mortgage Models◽️WhatsApp and WeChat TodaySo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Mocha Chai Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇸🇬Better Than Money🇸🇬In this episode of the #HTFintechSeries on Heads Talk,  we have Sanjiv Purushotham who is the CEO and founder of Bridge DFS. He leads a pioneering digital financial services design and advisory firm with a strategic focus spanning Asia, Middle East, and Africa.Bridge DFS collaborates closely with a diverse array of stakeholders including payment service providers, banks, telcos, venture capital firms, global NGOs, foundations, governments, and regulators. Together, they endeavor to cultivate advancements in digital payments, digital banking, and digital commerce.Complementing his role at Bridge DFS, Sanjiv serves as the co-founder of The DAO, an innovative "glocal" solution revolutionizing global commerce. This groundbreaking initiative equips acquirers, payment service providers (PSPs), payment switches, and large global merchants with cutting-edge financial and payments technology.Furthermore, The DAO extends its reach by offering comprehensive business account services through strategic partnerships with global banking institutions.Please take note of the conversation we had right at the end of the episode. It was an unexpected dialogue that I enjoyed and continued after the episode concluded.Topics Covered:◽️Fintech in Asia◽️Protecting Assets ◽️Dissecting the VC World◽️Sanjiv's Inspirational Figures in Finance and Banking◽️David Chaum◽️Singapore Fintech GiantsSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Salted Caramel Lebkuchen Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇰🇪Pan-African Payment System🇰🇪In this #HTFintechSeries on Heads Talk,  we have a forensic conversation with Ali Hussein Kassim, CEO AHK Corp. His diverse professional portfolio encompasses positions within several organisations in Kenya. Notably, he holds the chairmanship for the Association of Fintechs in Kenya, acknowledged as the official representative entity for the fintech sector in the nation. Furthermore, his leadership extends to chairing the Kenya ICT Action Network, emphasising his influence in the technology sector. Ali's extensive commitment spans both private and public sectors, evident through his participation on numerous boards. Beyond his professional commitments, Ali actively engages in mentoring and investing in tech entrepreneurs across the African continent, further solidifying his impactful contributions to the region's technological advancement.Halfway through our discussion, the conversation with Ali intensified, providing me with numerous and fascinating insights into the fintech landscape on the continent. We explored the patterns of some of the successes, as well as various critical issues and considerations within the ecosystem. This episode of Heads Talk is a must-listen to for those wanting to gain further insights into the Pan-African Fintech Landscape.  Thoroughly enjoyable. Topics Covered:◽️Dominance of Mobile Wallet◽️Pan-African Payment and Settlement System◽️Fintech in Kenya◽️Different Policy Frameworks on the Continent◽️Issues with Open Banking and Open Finance on the Continent◽️Ukrainian War Impact on the Continent◽️Do Silicon Valley VCs Really Understand the African Market?◽️Ali's Inspirational Individuals ◽️Fintech, Financial and Banking Predictions for the Year AheadAli Talks Tech PodcastSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Salted Caramel Lebkuchen Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by  Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title:- 🇬🇧Heads Talk 200th Episode🇨🇭Sample Memorable lines...Another milestone and a special week on Heads Talk today. Episode Number 2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ . How better to celebrate than to have a sample of the guests and some of the memorable lines on the show. Look out for some familiar faces. What a ride! Here’s to the next 200. 🙏🙏Today’s Audiogram Listings in appearance order⚪️ Stephanie Boyce - EP: 116, 177th President The Law Society of England⚪️ Lidia Fonseca - EP: 139, EVP & Group Chief Digital and Technology Officer Pfizer⚪️ Simon Paris - EP: 94 , CEO Finastra ⚪️ Edmund King OBE - EP: 69 , President AA⚪️ Steve Norris - EP: 118, CEO, Retd UK Member of Parliament⚪️ Achin Bhowmik - EP: 148 , EVP, CTO Starkey⚪️ Jakob Schaad - EP: 32 , Partner, Political Advisor LindemannLaw ⚪️ Sanna Suvanto-Harsaae - EP: 98  , Chairman BoConcept⚪️ Emery N. Brown - EP: 140 , Professor, Statistician, Neuroscientist, Anaesthesiologist, MIT & Harvard ⚪️ Claudia Cordioli - EP: 56, Group CFO Zurich Insurance⚪️ Jeff C.Jensen - EP: 141  ,  fmr. Chief Technology Officer Blackrock Neurotech⚪️ Helen Dickinson - EP: 111   , CEO British Retail Consortium⚪️ Deb Cupp - EP: 114  , President Microsoft Americas⚪️ Martin Nydegger - EP: 38 , CEO Switzerland Tourism⚪️ Jeff Hawkins - EP: 131  , Chief Scientist, Inventor Numenta⚪️ Jess Phillips - EP: 153, MP UK Parliament, Shadow Minister House of Commons⚪️ H.E. Cheryl Bazard KC JP - EP: 168 , Ambassador,  The Bahamas to Belgium⚪️ Nita Farahany - EP: 150 , Author, Robinson O. Everett Distinguished Professor of Law & Philosophy Duke University⚪️ Luiz Meisler - EP: 185 , EVP, CEO Oracle LatAmHeads Talk  Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall Support the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇬🇧Fintech Week London🇬🇧My guest today on this #HTFintechSeries is behind the must attend UK Fintech show that brings together Banks, Insurers, Service Providers, Technology and Financial Thought Leaders.  He currently wears a number of hats to include an entrepreneur, investor; and  the CEO of a media company.Heads Talk has collaborated with the Fintech Week Show for this Fintech Series. Raf De Kimper, the Founder and CEO of Fintech Week London, embarked on his career in a software research centre in 2010. Over the past five years, he has actively participated in the Fintech Industry, serving as Director of Business Development & Community for a Fintech ecosystem in Belgium, where he spearheaded various successful industry events, fostering a deep passion for both Fintech and HealthTech. Leveraging his extensive experience, Raf has organized large and small-scale events across different industries and globally, driven by his dedication to delivering impactful and insightful gatherings fueled by his dual interests in Fintech and HealthTech.Topics Covered:◽️The  Event Themes and Activities◽️Fintech Week London of the Past, Stats, Guests etc◽️Big Tech Players◽️Main Topics of the 2024 Event◽️Inclusive ESG◽️Fintech for Good◽️Fintech, Financial and Banking Changes So download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Salted Caramel Lebkuchen Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by  Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe ◽️Fintech Week London Fintech Week London - Register Now HERE! Discount code: HeadsTalk2415This code will give a 15 per cent discount on attendee passes  for the Fintech Week London flagship conference on Thursday 13 June 2024 at the Park Plaza Victoria London. UTM link: https://www.fintechweek.londonNext week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇩🇰Neuromarketing Today🇩🇰In this episode of Heads Talk and a break from the Fintech/Finfluencer Series, we talk to Mike Storm, COO of Neuron,  one of the fastest growing Neuromarketing Businesses in the world. #HTNeurotechSeriesOver the past decade, Mike has dedicated himself to the field of Neuroscience, accumulating a portfolio of over 500 projects. As an expert in understanding human subconscious behaviours, he has skilfully applied his expertise to transform the business from a Research and Consultancy-Focused entity into a thriving SaaS business.Mike's professional journey began with a foundation in sales, project management, and economics. It is this diverse experience that empowered him to play a pivotal role in scaling his current organisation to its present state.Driven by a visionary outlook and leveraging the power of Machine Learning and AI, Mike aspires to see Neuromarketing become an integral tool embraced by every Marketer worldwide in the future.Topics Covered:◽️Applied Neuroscience◽️Consumer Neuroscience◽️MarTech◽️Ethical Considerations◽️Attention Prediction AI◽️Online Panel Testing◽️Predictive Heatmaps◽️Successful Case Studies and Real-World ExamplesNext week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeads Talk #HeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTNeurotechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Beyond Banking Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇮🇪Fintech in The Cloud🇮🇪In this #HTFintechSeries episode of Heads Talk I am joined by Tony Moroney, Principal at The Digital Explorer, a business consultancy service organisation.  He is also holds a number of roles to include the Co-Founder of The Digital Transformation Lab, a think tank based at Cork University Business School. and the  Programme Director for Digital Leadership at the Irish Management Institute.A sought-after contributor on the speaking circuit, Tony is well-regarded for his extensive knowledge in Digital Transformation and Financial Services. Beyond this, he is actively involved in various committees and holds the position of Director at the World Smart Cities Economic Development Commission.Adding to his impressive list of accomplishments, Tony has been acknowledged as a top 10 thought leader for digital disruption and a top 25 for digital transformation, generative AI, and fintech by the Thinkers 360 Marketplace Agency.Topics Covered:◽️The Real Business of Fintech◽️Financial Services 'Lift-and-shift' Approach to Cloud Adoption: Rights and Wrongs◽️Capgemini World Cloud Report 2023◽️Gen AI use in Banks◽️Fintech and CBDCs◽️Tony's Inspirational Figures in Finance and Banking◽️Fintech, Financial and Banking Predictions for the Year AheadCapgemini's Report mentioned in the episode here.So download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Salted Caramel Lebkuchen Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by  Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇮🇳Superheroes in Fintech🇮🇳In this  #HTFintechSeries 2024 episode on Heads Talk,  we have a conversation with a lot of engaging metaphors and descriptive terminology to paint a picture of the goings on in the fintech world.  Yet another enjoyable conversation with Sanjeev Kumar, CEO of Whitesight, one of the Premier FinTech Research Firms based in India. He is a prolific content creator on LinkedIn and I urge you to follow his work on the exciting world of Web3, the future of fintech and the wonders of generative AI in the financial world. Topics Covered:◽️The Real Business of Fintech◽️Today's Insurtech, Wealthtech and Fintech◽️Establish Banking Institutions reception to GenAI◽️Conversations between Startups and VCs in the Fintech World◽️Investments in Geographical Regions◽️Sanjeev's Inspirational Figures in Finance and Banking◽️Fintech Predictions for the Year AheadSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Ginger Beer Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by - Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇬🇧Finfluencing: Back to Basics🇬🇧This week, amidst International Women's celebrations  & the ongoing #HTFintechSeries 2024 on Heads Talk, we are pleased to feature Bunmi Durowoju. With a background as the ex-Co-Chair of the Women@Microsoft UK Board,  leading a dynamic community of over 1000 women within the UK chapter, she also served as a Senior Business Development Manager at Microsoft.My conversation with Bunmi was truly enjoyable. Her vibrant energy, unwavering passion, and dedication to #payitforward left a lasting impression. She has served as a guiding light for countless young girls, who have sought her wisdom and mentorship at various conferences and events, inspired by her journey in technology and finance. During this episode, we delved into that viral image that encapsulates the spirit of this week's International Women's celebration, a fitting conclusion showcased in the Audiogram.Bunmi's expertise extends to her work in the AI and Intelligent Cloud team, where she manages strategic engagements across diverse industries such as AgriTech, Fintech, Automotive, SpaceTech, and Green Energy in both developed and emerging markets.Furthermore, Bunmi's contributions transcend her professional achievements. As an advocate for digital inclusion, she initiated the "Global Future Observer" programme, dedicated to empowering young individuals by demystifying industries and promoting their active involvement in shaping the future landscape.Topics Covered:◽️Original Financial Mgt Systems in Emerging Markets◽️Financial Literacy Vs STEM: Which one is the priority?◽️Financial Empowerment and Independency for Women ◽️Dialogues with Diaspora women on Bridging the Financial Gaps◽️Bunmi's Inspirational Figures in Finance and Technology◽️Women in Finance who are encouraging other Women in FinanceSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Earl Grey Creme Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by  Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇬🇧Democratising Fintech🇬🇧Another great episode from the Finfluencer Series  2024 on Heads Talk. For newcomers, we invite you to explore our remarkable lineup of guests from our successful 2022 series by browsing the hashtag #HTFintechSeries. Ezechi Britton MBE is such an inspirational character, both as a prominent figure in the digital sphere and as a driving force for change in the tangible world of finance. Through his unwavering leadership, he has levelled the playing field, empowering previously marginalised individuals to thrive in the fintech and financial sectors. Currently serving as CEO of CFIT, Ez is dedicated to charting a course for organisations to navigate the dynamic landscape of fintech. Juggling numerous roles including CEO, CTO, Co-Founder, Trustee, and Board member, his multifaceted contributions extend beyond business to include impactful endeavours such as his role as Trustee and Strategic Advisor at Crisis, a leading UK Homelessness Charity.Ez has done this! And has gained the scares of building and scaling successful fintech companies. This episode is tailored for ambitious individuals ready to tackle the challenges of innovation and growth head-on.Topics Covered:◽️Fintech Blueprint ◽️The Ups and Downs of Building a Fintech Company◽️UKs Fintech Market position◽️Emerging Fintech Hubs◽️CFI Report on Open Finance and Credit Decisioning ◽️VCs and Investor Expectations ◽️Software Engineers◽️Fintech, Financial and Banking Predictions for the Year AheadSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Deep Breath Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by EWPS - 𝔼𝕟𝕘𝕝𝕚𝕤𝕙 𝕎𝕚𝕝𝕝𝕤 & ℙ𝕣𝕠𝕓𝕒𝕥𝕖 𝕊𝕨𝕚𝕥𝕫𝕖𝕣𝕝𝕒𝕟𝕕 and  Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇯🇵Unveiling the ASEAN Emerging and Investment Markets 🇯🇵In this #HTFintechSeries episode of Heads Talk, we talk to an experienced CSuite with a background in Trading, Investment and Marketing.Hiroyuki Itoh is the Founder, CEO and President of Onebloom Corporation. With a foundation laid at Sumitomo Corporation, a Fortune 500 global trading and business investment firm, he embarked on a distinguished career in international trading, marketing, and sales. Holding a pivotal position as a Market and Industry leader between Japan and ASEAN, as well as East Asia, Hiroyuki spearheaded business activities in the Automotive Steel Sheet industry. He played a pivotal role in the success of the conglomerated company's ventures in Southeast Asian and East Asian nations, overseeing a diverse portfolio of corporate customers and managing values totalling in the hundreds of millions of US dollars annually. As a Public Speaker and Country Representative for Japan at global events like the Africa Trade and Investment Global Summit, he continues to make a significant impact on the international stage, garnering a substantial following on platforms like LinkedIn.Topics Covered:◽️Investment in the ASEAN Market◽️Capital Structure Optimisation◽️Currency Risk Management◽️ESG Factors that Affect Emerging Markets◽️What Japanese VCs are Talking about in the Fintech Space◽️Hiroyuki's Inspirational Figures in Finance and Banking◽️Fintech, Financial and Banking Predictions for the Year AheadSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Deep Breaths Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by  Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Subscribe to Hiroyuki's Newsletter here:  Essence of Global Business Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇺🇸Bank🇺🇸In this #HTFintechSeries 2024 episode on Heads Talk, we have one of the original Finfluencers who is a prolific speaker, futurist and media personality. Brett King is also the founder of Moven, which launched the first in-app mobile bank account available globally; and he's also the CEO of The Futurist Network. Renowned for delivering keynotes in over 50 countries at prestigious events and appearing on major international networks like CNBC, ABC, Fox, Bloomberg and BBC, his insights resonate globally. Beyond his role as the host of the world's #1 Fintech Radio Show - "Breaking Banks," with a vast audience of 6.5 million listeners across 180 countries, he’s managed to acquire a plethora of awards and accolades to include being voted the world's #1 Financial Services Influencer by The Financial Brand.Brett was gracious throughout this process and an enjoyable guest to have on the show delivering valuable insights about his successful series of books under the brand Bank as well as the comings and goings in the world of Fintech.  Topics Covered: ◽️Book Series: Bank 2.0 to Bank 5.0◽️Super Wallet◽️Futurist: Yesterday and Today◽️Fintech Hall of Fame◽️VCs and Startups in the Fintech World◽️Brett's Inspirational Figures in Finance and Banking◽️Fintech Predictions for the Year AheadSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - English Breakfast Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by - Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Featured Partnership with:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com

Follow me to see #HeadsTalk Podcast Audiograms every Monday on LinkedInEpisode Title: 🇦🇹Dispelling Hype: Gen AI Use Cases in Fintech🇦🇹In this episode of #HTFintechSeries 2024 of Heads Talk,  we welcome back a guest whose presence always enriches our discussions. With genuine grace and undeniable influence in  fintech and banking, he continues to captivate audiences worldwide through his compelling content. Beyond his digital footprint, he exemplifies true leadership as a finfluencer within his organisation and the real-world. Panagiotis Kriaris is the Commercial Director and Head of Business Development in Unzer. A leading financial institution providing innovative payment and trading solutions across Europe. Through the revolutionary 'UnzerOne' platform, businesses gain unparalleled access to real-time customer, sales, and product data.Our dialogue delved into practical and insightful use cases, clearing the fog, particularly in light of the emergence of Gen AI. This episode is essential listening for fintech and AI enthusiasts alike.Topics Covered:◽️Instant Payment: Hype and Reality◽️Account to Account Payments Vs Open Banking◽️Open Finance◽️Embedded Finance◽️Finfluencing◽️Fintech, Financial and Banking Predictions for the Year AheadSo download⏳grab a cup of Bird & Blend Tea Co. - Hevenly Nirvana Tea ☕️& have a listen🛋Episode Sponsored by  Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟Series Partners:◽️Money 20/20 Europe - Registration◽️Fintech Week London - Registration and Discount Code HeadsTalk2415Next week's guest announced on LinkedIn every Monday. Follow me to see. ABOUT THE HOSTHeadsTalk #HeadsTalkPodcast #AFlyOnTheBoardroomWall #HTFintechSeriesSupport the Show.Follow, Support, Contact Heads Talk - A Fly On The Boardroom Wall LinkedIn Website Twitter Email at info@elainepringle.com