148: PlanPay | Gary Burrows - The Future of Travel Payments

Imagine unlocking a world of travel experiences without the financial hangover or debt! Join me in episode 148 as I chat with Gary Burrows, CEO of PlanPay, a fintech that's revolutionising travel payments by splitting future bookings into flexible instalments. We discuss how PlanPay has navigated the challenges of the COVID pandemic, Gary's journey from large tech platforms to leading a startup, and his invaluable insights on growing a business during a downturn.Discover how PlanPay has modernised the traditional layaway system, making it simpler, user-friendly, and visually appealing. We also explore their two-sided marketplace model, their focus on responsible payment options, and the impact of their innovative platform on both consumers and merchants in the travel industry. Don't miss this captivating conversation with Gary Burrows as we delve into shaping the future of travel payments.https://www.planpay.com/About PlanPayOn paper, we’re a payments platform. In reality, we’re in the business of promoting financial freedom for all. PlanPay is designed to help customers unlock meaningful experiences by allowing them to pay in flexible instalments upfront. Once their bespoke payment plans are accomplished, they’re free to enjoy the experience they’ve paid for with no further strings attached. With PlanPay you can look forward to what you’ve earned, not back at the debt that weighs you down.About Gary BurrowsGary brings over 15 years of senior management experience across leading global tech organizations within the online and e-commerce space. Gary is skilled in both start-ups and scale-ups, with a solid background in corporate structure and is renowned for his growth mindset. Gary has built businesses across multiple continents within the EMEA and APAC regions.Unpaid promotion - Just sharing because I love awesome people doing awesome work!Thanks to Josh at https://www.ampel.com.au/ for recording the audio for this podcast. I highly recommend using Josh if you're looking for a professionally produced podcast to promote your business and brand.Send us Fan MailConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn