The Hidden Realities of Scaling a FinTech Business | Bernie Thurston, Chief Executive Officer at Ultumus

What does success actually cost a FinTech founder?In this episode of The Thing About FinTech, Bernie Thurston shares an unfiltered look at building and selling a FinTech business, from the early technical grind to life after acquisition.Hosted by Toby Babb with Anvar Karimson, the conversation dives into founder identity, navigating corporate structures, surviving due diligence, and why growth often means letting go of the very things you loved building.If you’re a founder, operator, or leader in FinTech, this episode offers rare insight into what happens beyond the pitch deck and product roadmap.