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the c-suite podcast covers topics such as Sustainability, Diversity, Employee Engagement, Financial Inclusion, HR, Innovation, Marketing Communications, Mental Health & Wellbeing and Social Mobility.
Featuring senior executives discussing latest trends, campaigns and issues, sharing best practice case studies.
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Featuring senior executives discussing latest trends, campaigns and issues, sharing best practice case studies.
If you'd like to get involved, please get in touch using the contact form at http://www.csuitepodcast.com
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The second in our 'Beyond the Stage' series, where we speak to the individuals behind some of the biggest events and conferences in the world, whether that's in retail, payments, technology or fintech.
Graham Barrett is joined by Filip Rasovsky, Head of Event Production at MPE, Merchant Payments Ecosystem, taking place in Berlin from March 17-19.
MPE is one of the leading events of its kind when it comes to payment acceptance and is now the home of the global merchants payment community. The show attracts over 500 global merchants and brands from every major vertical.
As a media partner to MPE, we have secured a 10% discount code for our followers. When registering for the event, be sure to use the code: c-suite10 to secure your 10% discount, which is valid until March 17 2026
Recorded live at ICE Barcelona in partnership with Sumsub and their 'What The Fraud? podcast', this is the second of two special episodes of the c-suite podcast where we examine the widening fraud landscape in global iGaming.
Kris Galloway, iGaming Product Evangelist at Sumsub, took over hosting duties and he was joined by:
1/ Daniel Xavier, COO, BetMGM Brazil
2/ Andrew Wright, Managing Director UK & Ireland, LeoVegas Group
3/ Adrianna Samuels, Vice President - Senior Client Partner | Gaming, Globant
4/ Torben Friis, Manging Director - Global Head of Distribution, Match Liquidity
Topics covered include the growing tension between player acquisition and fraud prevention, the challenge of unlicensed operators, Brazil’s evolving regulatory framework, and how fraud risk now influences investment decisions. From bonus abuse and multi-accounting to AI-driven threats and financial due diligence, this episode maps the shifting risk environment facing operators worldwide.
Recorded live at ICE Barcelona in partnership with Sumsub and their 'What The Fraud? podcast', this is the first of two special episodes of the c-suite podcast where we examine the growing threat of unlicensed operators, AI-enabled fraud and the evolving role of regulation in protecting players and market integrity.
Kris Galloway, iGaming Product Evangelist at Sumsub, took over hosting duties and he was joined by:
1/ Olabimpe Akingba, Head of Responsible Gaming, pawaTech
2/ Ludovico Calvi, Honorary President, United Lotteries for Integrity in Sports
3/ Sarah Gardner, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, UK Gambling Commission
The conversation explores responsible gaming beyond box-ticking, the rise of industrialised fraud networks, underage exposure risks, and why collaboration between regulators, operators, technology providers and law enforcement is now critical.
A deep dive into how data, education and cross-border cooperation will define the future of safe, sustainable gaming markets.
Recorded live from NRF Retail’s Big Show in New York and produced in partnership with Kyndryl, this final episode of our three specials from the conference brings together retail, technology and payments leaders to explore how the industry is being reshaped — from AI foundations to human connection.
Featuring insights from:
1/ Rachel Calhoun, Global VP - Retail, Consumer & Airlines, Kyndryl
2/ Mike Wier, VP, CVS Store Brands, CVS Health
3/ Nadine Graham, SVP, GM Ecommerce, Sephora
4/ John Khoury, CTO, Strandbags
5/ Shannon DeVito, Senior Director, Books, Barnes & Noble Inc.
6/ Dan Coates, Director, Product Management, ACI Worldwide
The discussion covers how retailers can balance innovation and authenticity as they prepare for the next decade of intelligent commerce.
Recorded live from NRF Retail’s Big Show in New York and produced in partnership with Kyndryl, we bring together senior retail and technology leaders to explore what it really takes to operationalise AI in retail. Featuring insights from:
1/ Rachel Calhoun, Global VP - Retail, Consumer & Airlines, Kyndryl
2/ Glenn Allison, VP, Enterprise AI Platforms and AI Solution Engineering, Tractor Supply Company
3/ Rachel Dalton, Head of Retailer Insights, Americas, Kantar
4/ Matthew Jacoby, Executive Director, Enterprise Strategic Analytics and Data Science, RaceTrac
5/ Amy Carr, CMO, Thirdlove
6/ Jason Johnson, Chief Information Officer, Sweetwater Sound
The discussion covers scaling AI across operations, empowering frontline teams, redefining loyalty, and preparing for agentic commerce.
This episode provides a practical look at how retail leaders are turning AI hype into measurable business value — today and into 2026.
Recorded live from NRF Retail’s Big Show in New York and produced in partnership with Kyndryl, we bring together senior retail and technology leaders to explore how AI is reshaping the modern retail enterprise. Featuring insights from:
1/ Rachel Calhoun, Global VP - Retail, Consumer & Airlines, Kyndryl
2/ Jayson Tipp, Chief Development Officer, Playa Bowls
3/ Ashley Kechter, Global President, Vuori
4/ Matt Ezyk, Head of Ecommerce Technology, Hanna Andersson
5/ Julie Bornstein, Founder and CEO, Daydream
6/ Naresh Krisnamurthy, Senior Manager, Business Transformation, KAO UK
The discussion spans agentic AI, legacy system transformation, omnichannel growth, AI-ready infrastructure, peak trading execution and the realities of scaling retail technology.
This episode provides a practical, executive-level look at how retailers are moving beyond pilots to deliver real business outcomes with AI.
The first in a new mini-series producing in partnership with World Bank Group.
In this follow-up to our previous episode on driving intelligent outcomes, Lisandro Martin sits down with Professor Dennis Campbell of Harvard Business School for a deep and thought-provoking conversation. Together, they explore why focusing on outcomes—not just processes—can inspire organizations to think bigger, collaborate more effectively, and embrace entrepreneurial approaches.
The discussion uncovers how AI is revolutionising results measurement, redefining outputs and outcomes, and enabling faster, more adaptive decision-making. From the concept of “perpetual beta” to breaking down bureaucratic complexity into bite-sized solutions, this episode offers practical insights for leaders navigating a rapidly changing world.
The last of our three episodes recorded live at the 10th anniversary of Fintech Connect in London.
Graham Barrett was joined by:
1/ Neal Lathia, Co-Founder and CTO, Gradient Labs
2/ Chloe Coleman, CEO, VouchSafe
3/ Luis Clark, Go to Market Manager, Monday.com
4/ Luke Wingfield Digby, Co-Founder, Orbital
5/ Jayadeep Nair, Founder, Inqyre.AI
The conversations cover the rise of compliant AI agents in financial services, the realities of building digital identity solutions, the transformation of internal workflows, the emergence of stablecoins and digital money, and the operational applications of AI in compliance and risk. A dynamic look at the technologies and regulatory shifts defining fintech’s future.
DISCLAMER: The views and information shared here in Luke Wingfield Digby's interview are for general informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, investment, legal, or other professional advice. Authors do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the content. Products and services mentioned may not be available in all jurisdictions and are subject to applicable regulations. Listeners should conduct their own due diligence and consult with a qualified advisor before making any financial decisions.
The second of three episodes recorded live at the 10th anniversary of Fintech Connect in London.
Graham Barrett was joined by:
1/ Lisa Cameron, Former MP And Chair of UKUS Crypto Alliance
2/ Brandon Wong, Associate, Burges Salmon
3/ Adam Betteridge, Fintech and Open Banking Lead, TSB Bank
4/ Igor Tomych, CEO, DashDevs
5/ Calypso Harland, CEO and Founder, Fintech Fringe
Together, our guests explore the major forces reshaping financial services: global crypto regulatory alignment, the rise of stablecoin use cases, a shifting UK regulatory landscape, open banking’s evolution into open data, bank–fintech collaboration, and the acceleration of customer-centric innovation. A comprehensive look at where fintech stands today — and where the next decade will take it.
The first of three episodes recorded live at the 10th anniversary of Fintech Connect in London.
Graham Barrett was joined by:
1/ Hana Rolles, Chief Commercial Officer, Bank of London
2/ Dane Whittleston, Head of Division, Bank of England
3/ Jonny Morris, International Trade Executive – Fintech & Cyber, London & Partners
4/ Monika Rohr-Lukasik, Head of Advisory & International Growth, Axendi
5/ Prof.Dr. Ahmed Ebada, Professor of informatics and AI, Senior Product Manager, BMW Group
Our guests reflect on the major shifts that have shaped fintech over the past decade — and what’s coming next. From the rise of stablecoins and virtual assets, to embedded banking, RegTech innovation, AI-powered customer experiences and real-time fraud prevention, our guests share expert insights on the technologies, regulations and global forces shaping the future of financial services.
A special episode in partnership with The World Bank, an organisation that aims to reduce poverty and promote sustainable development with knowledge, financing, and expertise.
In this episode, Host Debbie West is joined by Sir Michael Barber and Lisandro Martin, where they discuss big topics to explore how we can drive intelligent outcomes in an age of AI.
The first of a new series to the c-suite podcast, where we speak to the individuals behind some of the biggest events and conferences in the world, whether that's in retail, payments, technology or fintech.
Graham Barrett is joined by Pat Patel, co-CEO of Global Finance and Technology Network Forums, organisers of the Singapore Fintech Festival, to chat about the highlights from 2025's event and the challenges of putting on such a large show, the mood of the fintech industry today, and plans for 2026's festival.
Our fourth and final episode from Money20/20 USA, the second of two recorded in partnership with Newline by Fifth Third.
In this final from the conference, Russell Goldsmith and Graham Barrett chat with:
1/ Kash Razzaghi, Chief Commercial Officer, Circle
2/ Aleksandra Teichman, SVP, Embedded Finance and Banking Strategy, MAPP Advisors
3/ Nick Stanescu, EVP & Chief FedNow Executive, Federal Reserve Financial Services
Our guests explore the seismic shifts shaping the payments ecosystem.
From blockchain’s role as the new backbone of finance, to the rise of embedded banking and the rollout of FedNow’s real-time infrastructure, we discuss how innovation, regulation, and instant settlement are redefining the movement of money across the globe.
Our third episode from Money20/20 USA and the second of two recorded in partnership with Sumsub and their What the Fraud? podcast. We hand over hosting duties to Anastasia Shvechkova, Sumsub's, Sales Director for the Americas who chats to leading industry voices including:
1/ Jennifer Lassiter, Head of Digital Assets for Europe and Americas, Standard Chartered
2/ André Peixoto, Director of Operations, Ebanx
3/ Craig Timm, Sr. Director of AML, ACAMS
4/ Brigette Korney, Global Head of Risk, Adyen
5/ Nathan Marion, Head of B2B, Nubank
We dive into the modernization of dollar infrastructure, fraud in emerging markets, the reshaping of AML expectations, unified data strategies, Web3 compliance, BNPL risk and the accelerating influence of AI across global payments.
A wide-ranging look at the shifts redefining trust, innovation and financial crime prevention.
Our second episode from Money20/20 USA 2025 and the first of two recorded in partnership with Sumsub and their What the Fraud? podcast. We hand over hosting duties to Anastasia Shvechkova, Sumsub's, Sales Director for the Americas who chats to leading industry voices including:
1/ Samant Nagpal, Head of Payments & Risk, Gusto
2/ Mira Srinivasan, Chief Risk Officer, Bluevine
3/ Luke Tuttle, Chief Product & Technology Officer, MoneyGram
4/ Billi Jo Wright, Chief Risk & Compliance Officer, Worldpay for Platforms
Together they discuss how AI is reshaping fraud, why trust is becoming the new competitive currency, and what risk and compliance leaders must do to stay ahead.
From deepfakes and synthetic documents to agentic AI, cross-border payments innovation and the evolving role of risk teams, this episode explores the technologies and strategies defining the future of financial security.
Recorded live at Money20/20 USA in partnership with Newline by Fifth Third, Russell Goldsmith and Graham Barrett explore the transformative forces driving the payments landscape.
Fifth Third’s SVP, General Manager, Tom Bianco discusses the Comerica acquisition, balancing innovation with stability, and the power of strategic fintech partnerships. Brian Dammeir, Head of Payments and Financial Management at Plaid dives into the growth of open banking and the role of trust and data in pay-by-bank adoption, while Ran Goldi, SVP Payments & Network at Fireblocks explains how digital assets, stablecoins and tokenisation are redefining banking infrastructure.
An inside look at how traditional institutions and fintechs are collaborating to build the next generation of financial services.
The seventh in our series of the c-suite podcast that we're producing in partnership with payabl. and their ‘Pay It Forward’ podcast, where we aim to shine the spotlight on the ever-changing world of payments with insights from merchants and leading industry experts.
In this episode, Graham Barrett is joined by Charles Aji, Product Owner - Payments at TUI, Solmaz Zohdi, Product owner at IKEA, and Laura Treude, Director of Group Payment at Douglas.
The conversation focuses on the checkout experience, exploring how leading brands are reimagining that final step, whether that's online or in store, to make payments faster, smarter, and more invisible.
Recorded live at Sibos in Frankfurt, in partnership with LSEG Risk Intelligence, this episode of the c-suite podcast explores how innovation, regulation, and AI are reshaping payments and compliance.
Host Graham Barrett was joined by:
1/ Michael Meadon, Director, Asia Pacific, LSEG Risk Intelligence
2/ Florence Vicentini, Chief Commercial Officer, Neterium
3/ Stephen Richardson, Chief Strategy Officer & Head of Banking, Fireblocks
4/ Pablo Villegas Garcia, EMEA Payments Head, AWS
5/ Deepak Arora, SVP and Head of Banking – Continental Europe, HCLTech
5/ Marc Andrews, Global Managing Director, Pegasystems inc.
From the explosion of global sanctions and the rise of stablecoins, to the use of cloud and AI in fighting financial crime, and the shift toward agentic and autonomous banking systems, the discussion reveals how institutions are accelerating innovation while maintaining resilience, trust, and regulatory rigour.
Recorded live at Sibos in Frankfurt, in partnership with Kyndryl, this episode of the c-suite podcast explores how payments modernisation, AI, and collaboration are redefining global finance
Host Graham Barrett was joined by:
1/ Philip Bruno, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, ACI Worldwide
2/ Lisa Vasic, Managing Director, ANZ Banking Group
3/ Fabian Khoshbakht, APAC Head of Treasury Services, BNY
4/ Camille Papillard, Head of Financial Intermediaries & Corporates Client Line, BNP PARIBAS
From the race between stablecoins, tokenised deposits and real-time payments to the rise of data-driven treasury, automation in securities settlement, and AI as an enabler of efficiency and trust, the conversation captures how financial institutions are reimagining payments for the next decade of growth.
Recorded live at Sibos in Frankfurt, in partnership with Kyndryl, this episode of the c-suite podcast brings together global financial leaders to explore how AI and ISO 20022 are transforming the payments ecosystem.
Host Graham Barrett was joined by:
1/ Allison Shonerd, Head of Global Clearing, Bank of America
2/ Sunday Domingo, Global Head CIB Digital Channel Solutions, Standard Chartered
3/ Susan Yang, General Manager, High Value & International Payments, Commonwealth Bank of Australia
4/ Elizabeth Leather, Policy Manager, Bank of England
5/ Jalil Sael Sotomayor, Chief Operations Officer, Pacifico Seguros
Together they share how data, automation, and new technology standards are redefining speed, security, and customer experience across financial services.
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