EPISODE · Mar 13, 2026 · 47 MIN
Ep. 37 - Beyond the Stablecoin Hype: Building Velocity, Raising Capital & Founder Lessons with Eric Queathem
from The Payments Shed Podcast · host Grant Evans and Justin Hanna
In this episode, hosts Grant Evans and Justin Hanna are joined by Eric Queatham, Founder & CEO of Velocity, to unpack the journey from corporate payments leader to startup founder — and what it really takes to build something new in a fast-moving industry.Eric shares the story behind leaving a major organisation like Worldpay to launch Velocity, including the realities of founding a company, raising capital, and building a team from scratch. The conversation dives into the highs and lows of the founder journey — from tough early decisions to assembling the right partners and culture.They also explore the growing buzz around stablecoins, separating hype from reality and discussing who the real customers are for stablecoin infrastructure. Eric explains the problem Velocity is solving, why compliance and education are critical to adoption, and how the payments ecosystem may evolve as new financial rails emerge.Looking ahead, the group reflects on where payments innovation is heading — from the role of AI in financial infrastructure to what founders and incumbents should be thinking about next.Plus, Eric takes on The Payments Shed’s legendary Shelf of Shame — nominating one thing in payments or fintech he’d happily banish forever.***The Payments Shed Podcast is headline sponsored by ISX Financial.ISX Financial, delivers a unified ecosystem with multi-currency accounts, online payments, real-time UK and EU transfers and global mass payouts. Within that platform, PaidBy® provides Pay by Bank with real-time settlement notifications, automated reconciliation and integrated refund management. One partner, one integration — helping your business transact with confidence. Learn more at www.isx.financial***The Payments Shed Podcast is sponsored by Snap Finance UK.Snap Finance is a flexible point-of-sale finance provider helping consumers spread the cost of essential purchases. They offer transparent repayment options, built around accessibility and real-world affordability, focused on making credit work better for everyday shoppers.***The Payments Shed Podcast is supported by PCN.PCN is a boutique recruitment agency rooted in Amsterdam, driven by a singular mission: connecting top talent with industry leaders. PCN specialises in five core pillars — Fintech, Cybersecurity, SaaS, E-Commerce, and Salesforce — backed by a global network across borders.https://teampcn.com/***Disclaimer. Any views or opinions referenced in this podcast episode are our own, or those of our respective guests, and they do not represent any views, opinions, or statements from our respective employers, or those of our guests. Additionally, any views expressed here are not intended as investment, legal, tax, or financial advice.
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In this episode, hosts Grant Evans and Justin Hanna are joined by Eric Queatham, Founder & CEO of Velocity, to unpack the journey from corporate payments leader to startup founder — and what it really takes to build something new in a fast-moving industry.Eric shares the story behind leaving a major organisation like Worldpay to launch Velocity, including the realities of founding a company, raising capital, and building a team from scratch. The conversation dives into the highs and lows of the founder journey — from tough early decisions to assembling the right partners and culture.They also explore the growing buzz around stablecoins, separating hype from reality and discussing who the real customers are for stablecoin infrastructure. Eric explains the problem Velocity is solving, why compliance and education are critical to adoption, and how the payments ecosystem may evolve as new financial rails emerge.Looking ahead, the group reflects on where payments innovation is heading — from the role of AI in financial infrastructure to what founders and incumbents should be thinking about next.Plus, Eric takes on The Payments Shed’s legendary Shelf of Shame — nominating one thing in payments or fintech he’d happily banish forever.***The Payments Shed Podcast is headline sponsored by ISX Financial.ISX Financial, delivers a unified ecosystem with multi-currency accounts, online payments, real-time UK and EU transfers and global mass payouts. Within that platform, PaidBy® provides Pay by Bank with real-time settlement notifications, automated reconciliation and integrated refund management. One partner, one integration — helping your business transact with confidence. Learn more at www.isx.financial***The Payments Shed Podcast is sponsored by Snap Finance UK.Snap Finance is a flexible point-of-sale finance provider helping consumers spread the cost of essential purchases. They offer transparent repayment options, built around accessibility and real-world affordability, focused on making credit work better for everyday shoppers.***The Payments Shed Podcast is supported by PCN.PCN is a boutique recruitment agency rooted in Amsterdam, driven by a singular mission: connecting top talent with industry leaders. PCN specialises in five core pillars — Fintech, Cybersecurity, SaaS, E-Commerce, and Salesforce — backed by a global network across borders.https://teampcn.com/***Disclaimer. Any views or opinions referenced in this podcast episode are our own, or those of our respective guests, and they do not represent any views, opinions, or statements from our respective employers, or those of our guests. Additionally, any views expressed here are not intended as investment, legal, tax, or financial advice.
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