FinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr
Nadia Edwards-Dashti
Welcome to the award-winning FinTech’s DEI Discussions, the podcast where we explore how financial technology can lead the way in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Join our host, Nadia Edwards-Dashti, Chief Customer Officer at Harrington Starr, as she inspires us to 'walk the talk' and create more equitable workplaces where everyone can thrive.
Each episode invites you into the conversation, offering actionable steps to foster an inclusive environment in your organisation. From recruitment to retention and investment in talent, engagement, productivity, and career progression can mean different things to different people.
Through our series specials and insightful discussions, we delve into these varying experiences, learning together how to better support diversity in our workplaces.
Join us as we discuss, learn, and advocate for meaningful change in the FinTech sector.
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Nadia's Humans of Fintech Podcast- Jamie Howard, CTO at Capital On Tap
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03/30/21 • 17 min
Nadia is delighted to be joined by Jamie Howard, CTO at Capital On Tap, for this episode of the Humans of Fintech Podcast Series.
Discussing Jamie's personal and professional journey through the industry, we get an eye-opening look at LGBTQ+ inclusion in the FinTech space, as well as a fascinating take on the importance of an encouraging working environment. Jamie shares the work Capital On Tap have been doing recently to prioritise mental health, as well as highlighting his actionable tips that ensure we can all prioritise the wellbeing of our employees and colleagues.
FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com
FinTech's DEI Discussions #WomenOfFinTech | Barb Maclean, SVP Head of Technology Operations and Implementation at Coastal Community Bank
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01/16/24 • 17 min
"If you see an action or you see a problem— go and solve it. Chances are that's actually going to be much more appreciated on the other side than any fear or concern that you have about whether you're doing it right or not."
Today on FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Barb Maclean, SVP Head of Technology Operations and Implementation at Coastal Community Bank.
In this episode, Barb shares her extensive experience in FinTech, highlighting the critical role of leadership, innovation, and teamwork in community banking. She delves into her journey, discussing personal and professional growth, and the importance of aligning with an organisation's values.
A major focus is placed on the necessity of diverse perspectives in creating inclusive financial products and services. Barb's compelling narrative and practical advice make for an engaging and thought-provoking listen, inspiring action and genuine workplace inclusion.
Tune in to gain valuable insights into fostering diversity and driving change in the world of FinTech.
FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com
FinTech's DEI Discussions #WomenOfFinTech | Lisa Leid, Fintech PR and Communications Manager
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04/09/24 • 17 min
"You can't be a feminist if you are not looking at how to help other disenfranchised communities. And I know there are different strains of feminism, but I believe if you're helping one community, it has to really help the others."
In this episode of #WomenOfFinTech, we spotlight the transformative journey and insights of Lisa Leid, Fintech PR and Communications Expert and Innovate Finance power listee.
With a passion for diversity and inclusion, Lisa shares her unique path into the financial technology industry, highlighting the importance of authentic representation, male advocacy, and the power of storytelling in driving industry-wide change.
She delves into the critical need for action beyond dialogue to bridge the gender pay gap and elevate women and underrepresented communities to leadership positions.
Lisa's impactful work, including initiatives like the FinTech Guide for Advancing, Cultivating and Elevating your Black Talent (in collaboration with us at Harrington Starr), showcases her commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable Fintech ecosystem.
FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com
Turning Personal Challenges into Corporate Strengths | Emma Steeley, CEO at Aro
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11/14/24 • 14 min
The Ripple Effect of Supportive Workplaces
On this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussion Nadia sits down with Emma Steeley, CEO at Aro to explore the journey of inclusive leadership.
From her powerful career path to her transformative approach in workplace culture, Emma shares impactful insights on turning personal challenges into policies that create safer, more supportive workplaces.
FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com
Risk, Resilience and Real Change in the FinTech Workplace | Lindsay Gustafsson, Head of Risk Novena
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11/12/24 • 16 min
Can resilience and risk pave the way for real change in FinTech?
In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions Nadia welcomes Lindsay Gustafsson, Head of Risk at Novuna. Lindsay shares her inspiring journey from teaching to risk management, along with powerful insights on fostering inclusion from every level of an organisation.
Discover how Lindsay champions diversity, drives change, and builds environments where everyone can thrive.
FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com
Redefining Inclusion for Women in FinTech | Leah Glass, VP of Global Marketing at Convera
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10/17/24 • 12 min
In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, we’re joined by Leah Glass, VP of Global Marketing at Convera, for an eye-opening conversation on diversity, inclusion, and leadership in the financial technology industry.
Leah shares how Convera is pushing the boundaries of commercial payments innovation while fostering a culture of compliance and ethics. She dives deep into breaking down the "excuse matrix" surrounding diversity in tech and financial services and highlights the ongoing challenges with tokenism and the pay gap.
Leah also challenges leaders to move beyond sincerity and make real commitments to diversity, ensuring the future of work is equitable for all. It’s a conversation packed with actionable insights and powerful reflections on the importance of walking the talk in DEI.
FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com
Open Finance, Happy Teams, and a Platform for Change | Louise Beaumont, SVP Global Open Banking & Open Finance Engagement at Mastercard
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12/05/24 • 17 min
How Can Collaboration and Inclusion Revolutionise FinTech? 🎙️
In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Louise Beaumont, SVP Global Open Banking & Open Finance Engagement at Mastercard, to explore how collaboration and inclusivity can shape the future of financial technology.
Louise shares powerful insights on building thriving teams, creating opportunities, and driving actionable change in the workplace.
FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com
Pioneering FinTech Infrastructure and Challenging Industry Norms | Ximena Aleman, Co-Founder & Co-CEO at Prometeo
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10/22/24 • 22 min
Bridging the Gap
In our latest episode of the FinTech's DEI Discussions podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Ximena Aleman, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Prometeo.
Ximena shared her journey of building FinTech infrastructure in Latin America, emphasizing the importance of getting the foundations right to "empower the future of financial services."
She also touched on the challenges she faced as a female entrepreneur, especially the harsh reality of the funding gap: "28 percent of FinTech founders are women, yet they receive just 1 percent of the funding."
Ximena's advice? Focus on resilience, self-awareness, and emotional strength: "At the beginning of the journey, the process is emotional...you have to trust yourself and embrace the uncertainty of the person you will become."
Tune in to this powerful conversation and be inspired by Ximena’s vision for a more inclusive and innovative FinTech future.
FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com
Nadia's Women of FinTech Podcast | Lesley Li, CEO and Co-Founder of u impact
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06/16/22 • 18 min
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of FinTech Podcast, Nadia is joined by Lesley Li, CEO and Co-Founder of u impact.
The pair initially met in 2019 when Lesley was beginning her founder and investment journey- and the developments since then have been incredible!
After over a decade in banking, Lesley shares what made her reconsider her career path and reject the short-term thinking of the industry- and exchange it for one driven by mission, value and purpose.
u impact has a fascinating story and has a truly exciting future. Lesley's honesty around taking the leap of faith to start u impact is eye-opening, and we are reminded of what it takes to kickstart an idea: Curiosity, Courageousness, Obsession and Persistence.
Thank you Lesley for joining us on the show!
FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com
Nadia's Women of Fintech Podcast- EWPN SPECIAL
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05/25/21 • 21 min
On this episode of the ground-breaking Women of Fintech Podcast, Nadia is delighted to be joined by two fantastic members of the Research Team at the European Women Payment Network: Erin Taylor and Anette Broløs.
Discussing their recent efforts investigating the position of women within the expansive financial services ecosystem, Erin and Anette share their eye-opening findings! Their research truly serves to highlight why we must all continue to walk the talk for change. Embedding inclusion into finance is still not the norm, and Erin and Anette share the ways we can begin to rectify this.
FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com
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How many episodes does FinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr have?
FinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr currently has 491 episodes available.
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The podcast is about News, Business News, Podcasts and Technology.
What is the most popular episode on FinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr?
The episode title 'The DEI Discussions #WomenofFinTech | Monica Eaton, CEO of Chargebacks911 and Fi911' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on FinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr?
The average episode length on FinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr is 19 minutes.
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Episodes of FinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr are typically released every 4 days, 23 hours.
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The first episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr was released on Mar 27, 2019.
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