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.
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Chad West - Growing Revolut from 50k - 20m Customers!
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
08/01/24 • 49 min
In episode 190 of Fintech Chatter Dexter Cousins is joined by Chad West, VP of Marketing for Argent.
Dexter first met Chad in 2018 when Chad was VP of Marketing for Revolut. Tune in as they talk about Chad's journey from UK Politics to UK Fintech and now the world of digital assets.
About Argent - Argent is the world's most simple and secure smart wallet for Ethereum. It puts the power of crypto into the hands of anyone with a phone. Empowering users to control and prosper from their digital assets and identity.
Store, save and send; borrow, earn interest and invest. No-nonsense and non-custodial. Combining beautiful design and bulletproof security. Without borders or boundaries.
Launched in 2018 Argent is backed by Silicon Valley and Europe's top investors, including Paradigm, Index Ventures, Creandum and firstminute capital.
About This Episode -
Chad and Dexter talk about the early days of Revolut. When Chad joined as their first marketing leader, he was employee no25. Revolut had amassed a fairly impressive 50,000 customers at this stage.
Chad shares some of the strategies he harnessed to take the company to 20 MILLION customers just 5 years later.
Dexter also talks to Chad about his career post Revolut. And Chad shares why he believes the world of digital assets has even more potential to fulfil the early promise of Fintech.
And as one of the most accomplished marketers on the planet, Chad shares his tips for founders and gives some career advice to marketeers concerned about the rapid shake up in the industry by AI.
About Chad West
Chad was an early employee and Director of Global Marketing & Communications at Revolut. He helped transform the company from a fintech app that no one had heard of, into one of the fastest-growing technology companies in the world.
Chad's marketing philosophy is a little different. He doesn't believe in blowing money on expensive Super Bowl ads, but instead by bringing customer's as close to the business as possible, and scaling through advocacy.
From product marketing and community building, to referral campaigns and engagement, Chad has seen it all.
Chad began his career in Public Affairs supporting at the the time UK Prime Minister, David Cameron.
He then joined renowned Internet giant Rocket Internet, where he really cut his teeth in growth marketing, before joining Revolut as their first senior marketing hire in 2017.
Chad is now VP of Marketing for Argent and holds an advisory role with Sorare.
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Christian Westerlind Wigstrom, Monoova - Outstanding FinTech Leader
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
10/20/20 • 16 min
Dexter Cousins chats to Christian Westerlind Wigstrom, CEO of Monoova about his nomination for Outstanding FinTech Leader sponsored by Vocus.
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FinTech Organisation Of The Year - Frollo
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
10/07/20 • 12 min
Fintech Predictions 2025 with Danny Levy - Money 20/20
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
01/29/25 • 49 min
About this Episode
Dexter Cousins calls in the expert for the annual Fintech Predictions 2025! We welcome Danny Levy Managing Director, Asia & ANZ for Money 20/20.
Dexter and Danny discuss the evolution & significance of Money 2020 and they chat about the unique experience and the rigorous selection process undertaken for speakers.
Danny shares insights on trends for 2025, highlighting the rapid changes in the banking scene, the rise of digital payments, and the opportunities in embedded finance.
They also explore the role of AI in FinTech and the importance of maintaining energy and focus while travelling for business.
About Money 20/20
Money20/20 is the world’s leading, premium content, sales and networking platform for the global money ecosystem.
Their events feature in-depth analytics & inspirational speakers, our world-class insight and networking opportunities help our customers stay ahead.
Key Takeaways
- Money 2020 is designed to create a unique festival-like experience.
- The event focuses on quality networking and content over quantity.
- Health and wellness initiatives are now integral to event planning.
- Speaker selection is based on editorial integrity and industry relevance.
- The banking landscape in Asia is rapidly evolving with digital innovations.
- Digital payments are leading the way in cross-border transactions.
- Embedded finance presents significant growth opportunities in FinTech.
- AI is transforming customer service and operational efficiency in financial services.
- FinTech innovations can significantly improve financial inclusion.
- Maintaining personal health and wellness is crucial for high performance in business.
About Danny
With 15 years of senior leadership experience in Singapore, Danny is an accomplished business leader with a proven track record of scaling businesses and driving record-breaking profits.
As the founder and host of "Digital Transformation & Leadership," a top 100 Business podcast, Danny regularly engages with industry leaders from global companies. He is a guest host on the South China Morning Post podcast, focusing on digital transformation.
Danny serves as an Ambassador for the Emerging Payments Association Asia (EPAA).
Danny spent a decade as Managing Director at Worldwide Business Research, where he delivered consecutive record-breaking profit results and led market expansion across Asia and ANZ.
Danny’s leadership philosophy centres on creating empowering environments where teams can excel. He is passionate about strategic business growth and innovation, recruiting and developing high-potential talent, building inclusive, high-performing teams, and driving innovation and digital transformation.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Money2020 and Its Impact
03:36 The Evolution of Money2020
06:28 Wellness and Networking at Events
09:22 Speaker Selection and Content Integrity
12:18 Trends and Insights from the 2025 Report
15:05 Digital Payments and Cross-Border Innovations
17:56 The Role of Regulators and Collaboration in FinTech
20:47 Opportunities in Emerging Markets
23:49 Innovations and Challenges in FinTech
26:50 The Evolution of AI in FinTech
29:39 Identifying Opportunities in FinTech
33:20 Game-Changing Innovations in
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Fintech For Social Good: Craig Carroll of JustFund
Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders
01/23/25 • 40 min
About this Episode
Dexter Cousins interviews Craig Carroll, co-founder of JustFund, one of Australia's fastest-growing startups.
Craig shares their innovative approach to solving a problem that creates untold stress on those seeking divorce - lending for family law fees.
With a background as a serial entrepreneur, Craig shares insights on navigating uncertainty, his lessons learned from the US market, the importance of company culture, and the role of AI in enhancing client service.
Dexter gets to discuss his favourite topic - hiring the right talent and building a strong company culture as JustFund prepares for international expansion.
About Craig
Craig is passionate about financial services, education and technologies that either promote economic well-being and/or address societal challenges. Craig's career has been focused on creating, building and managing teams, raising capital, consumer social lending, product development, software development, corporate strategy and general management across various sectors.
Craig has extensive experience developing services that help individuals deal with financial matters. He has also advised educational institutions on admission strategies and accessibility. Throughout his career, Craig has been an investor and advisor to various early-stage and growth companies.
Key Takeaways
- JustFund has approved about $115 million in lines of credit since its inception.
- Lessons from the US market -the importance of controlling customer acquisition costs.
- JustFund focuses on client-centric solutions for individuals facing family law issues.
- The cultural differences between the US and Australia have a major impact on business strategies and operations.
- How AI can enhance productivity and client service in the lending process.
- Hiring for adaptability and resilience is crucial in a startup environment.
- Building a strong company culture from day one is essential for long-term success.
- JustFund's plans to expand into international markets, starting with New Zealand.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to JustFund and Its Mission
03:24 Innovating Financial Products Using Data
06:36 The Role of AI in Product Development
12:17 Rapid Growth and Scaling Strategies
19:26 Craig's Experience in the USA
23:32 Australian vs US Talent
27:40 The Challenges of Hiring in 2025
31:36 Setting the Foundations of Culture
36:35 The Benefits of Being Obsessed with NPS
Links & Resources:
- Visit JustFund website
- Connect with Craig Carroll
- Connect with Dexter Cousins
- Learn more about Tier One People
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Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders currently has 356 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Fintech, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Banking, Payments, Startups, Podcasts, Technology, Business and Innovation.
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The episode title 'Anthony Nantes - Wisr.' is the most popular.
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The average episode length on Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders is 33 minutes.
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Episodes of Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders are typically released every 3 days, 11 hours.
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The first episode of Fintech Chatter: Insights From Fintech Leaders was released on Nov 7, 2019.
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