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EPISODE · Apr 8, 2025 · 43 MIN

Voices #016 - Fintech Disruption in Asia: Stuart Thornton on Startups, BNPL and Payments

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In this episode of EVOLVE Voices, Jade Maravillas sit down with Stuart Thornton, Chief Revenue Officer at Credilinq.ai and founder of Hoolah, Asia’s first BNPL platform, to discuss the evolution of payments, the opportunities within B2B BNPL, and lessons from startup success and failure. With years of experience leading sales at Worldpay and building a high-growth fintech business, Stuart shares his insights on how B2B BNPL is unlocking new growth opportunities for merchants and suppliers alike.🔹 Topics Covered:- The evolution of the payments landscape in Asia- The rise (and challenges) of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) in both B2C and B2B- How B2B BNPL is creating new opportunities in retail and e-commerce- Key lessons from building and exiting Hoolah- The shift from corporate leadership to fintech entrepreneurship- Market consolidation vs. fragmentation in payments- What it takes to differentiate in a crowded market🔗 Connect with Stuart Thornton & Credilinq.ai:Website: www.credilinq.aiLinkedIn: Stuart ThorntonEVOLVE Voices is a flagship initiative within the EVOLVE ecosystem, dedicated to amplifying the stories, experiences, and insights of extraordinary commerce leaders and ambassadors from the EVOLVE Commerce Club. Through a dynamic blend of interviews and live events, EVOLVE Voices unites diverse perspectives, while showcasing local experts who bring unique insights from their home markets to enrich our international community.Want to join the #01 community of senior commerce leaders spanning 42 markets?Request your application today: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.evolve-community.com/⁠https://evolvecommunity.beehiiv.com/subscribe👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!

In this episode of EVOLVE Voices, Jade Maravillas sit down with Stuart Thornton, Chief Revenue Officer at Credilinq.ai and founder of Hoolah, Asia’s first BNPL platform, to discuss the evolution of payments, the opportunities within B2B BNPL, and lessons from startup success and failure. With years of experience leading sales at Worldpay and building a high-growth fintech business, Stuart shares his insights on how B2B BNPL is unlocking new growth opportunities for merchants and suppliers alike.🔹 Topics Covered:- The evolution of the payments landscape in Asia- The rise (and challenges) of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) in both B2C and B2B- How B2B BNPL is creating new opportunities in retail and e-commerce- Key lessons from building and exiting Hoolah- The shift from corporate leadership to fintech entrepreneurship- Market consolidation vs. fragmentation in payments- What it takes to differentiate in a crowded market🔗 Connect with Stuart Thornton & Credilinq.ai:Website: www.credilinq.aiLinkedIn: Stuart ThorntonEVOLVE Voices is a flagship initiative within the EVOLVE ecosystem, dedicated to amplifying the stories, experiences, and insights of extraordinary commerce leaders and ambassadors from the EVOLVE Commerce Club. Through a dynamic blend of interviews and live events, EVOLVE Voices unites diverse perspectives, while showcasing local experts who bring unique insights from their home markets to enrich our international community.Want to join the #01 community of senior commerce leaders spanning 42 markets?Request your application today: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.evolve-community.com/⁠https://evolvecommunity.beehiiv.com/subscribe👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!

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