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Fintechs, eh?
by Fintechs Canada
For years, Canada has been a fintech nation on the rise. Join Alex Vronces, the Executive Director of Fintechs Canada, and Sue Britton, CEO of Firefly Growth and a renowned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, as they sit down with the innovators shaping the future of Canadian finance. From groundbreaking startups to established players, our guests share their stories, strategies, and visions for the future. Tune in for exclusive insights and real conversations with trailblazers and pioneers in Canadian fintech. Proudly presented by Fintechs Canada.Website – fintechscanada.caLinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fintechs-canadaHave an idea for a guest? Fill out this form: forms.gle/xKeYC9TrkjBiDdSk9
Episodes
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Spring Financial's CEO Tyler Thielmann on Canada's first AI-powered financial concierge
Tyler Thielmann, President & CEO of Spring Financial, joins us to discuss Bloom, Spring Financial’s new AI-powered financial assistant. We also dive into the federal government's crackdown on predatory lending and what it means for the industry. Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe and leave a rating…
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Interac CEO Jeremy Wilmot on why Canada needs a real-time rail
Jeremy Wilmot, CEO of Interac, joins us to explore the future of Canada’s payment system and the urgent need for a real-time rail. As the backbone of the country’s payments infrastructure, Interac plays a crucial role in enabling fast, secure, and seamless transactions across Canada. Enjoyed this...
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Central 1’s Sue Whitney on what centrals do for Canada’s credit unions
Sue has worked for nearly all the major payment networks in Canada, giving her unparalleled insight into their operations, competition, and innovation. In this episode, we explore how these networks differ and fuel financial services innovation. We also discuss Sue’s early career at the…
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EQ Bank CEO Andrew Moor on the competition problem in banking
Join us as Andrew Moor dives into the competition challenges in banking, shares insights into Canadian consumer behaviour, and discusses how fintechs and regulations like open banking and real-time payments are shaping the future of finance. Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe, rate us on your...
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Tackling junk fees with Wise’s Brigit Carroll
We're chatting with Brigit Carroll from Wise to explore the hidden costs of cross-border payments and how Canadians are losing billions to inflated and marked-up exchange rates. With 79% of Canadians supporting legislation to crack down on junk fees, we discuss why transparency in financial...
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Navigating Canadian payments regulation with Rob Hyde, CEO of Payment Source
This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Robert Hyde, CEO of Payment Source, to delve into the pivotal role payments play in Canada’s fintech ecosystem. We discuss whether bigger banks are truly more secure, how Canadian payments regulation can foster competition, support new entrants, and drive...
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How Canadians are getting fleeced by their banks with Andrew Spence
This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Andrew Spence, author of Fleeced, for a deep dive into Canadians vs. their banks. In this episode, Andrew shares his thoughts on banking consolidation, the challenges Canadians face with their banks, and what needs to change to create a fairer system for...
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Creating a winning culture with KOHO's Chief Banking Officer, Peter Aceto
Join us as we sit down with Peter Aceto, a board member of Fintechs Canada, Chief Banking Officer at KOHO, and former CEO of ING DIRECT (now Tangerine). Peter offers valuable insights into building a winning culture, the role of leadership, and the power of intellectual curiosity. We also explore...
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The importance of industry associations with Wealthsimple's Jess Oliver
Join us as we talk with Wealthsimple’s Jess Oliver about the importance of industry associations and their role in shaping fintech. Jess also shares what’s underrated about Wealthsimple, her insights on fintech vs. traditional financial institutions, and how her experience in politics and...
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Unlocking bitcoin with Shakepay CEO Jean Amiouny
In this episode, we sit down with Shakepay CEO Jean Amiouny to explore the journey from founding Shakepay to its evolution into a broader financial services company. Jean shares insights on the future of bitcoin, the importance of customer feedback, and his unique perspectives on urban…
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How regulation shapes Canada’s payment landscape with Apaylo CEO Ryan Yates
This week, Alex sits down with Apaylo CEO Ryan Yates to explore how regulation is shaping Canada’s payment landscape. They dive into the challenges of securing a banking license, the impact of Canadian financial oversight on innovation, and the unique opportunities for payment service providers…
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The future of fintech innovation with Sue Britton
If you've heard of fintech, you've likely heard of Sue Britton. This week, Alex sits down with Sue as to discuss her career journey, the future of credit unions, fostering innovation, life in Victoria B.C., and the future of fintech in Canada. If you liked this episode, please subscribe and leave…
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Why Canada needs to invest in competition with Keldon Bester
In this episode, we’re diving into the world of competition reform in Canada with Keldon Bester, Executive Director of the Canadian Anti-Monopoly Project (CAMP). Keldon shares his extensive knowledge and passion for fair markets, giving us a unique look at the current landscape of competition...
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How a love for Jordans led to a career in fintech with Abraham Tachjian
Welcome to Season 2! We're excited to launch another season of our podcast, diving into the personal journeys of fintech leaders with our Executive Director, Alex Vronces at the helm. This week, we feature Abraham Tachjian, Canada's former open banking lead, to explore open banking, fintech, and...
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David Roe, COO, Paramount Commerce
Join us this week as we explore the innovative world of payments with David Roe, COO of Paramount Commerce, who shares insights on the evolution of payment technologies and Paramount's leading role in shaping the future of digital transactions. Discover how they navigate the balance between...
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Andrew Graham, Co-Founder & CEO, Borrowell
After a brief hiatus, we're pleased to celebrate our 10th episode with the co-founder & CEO of Borrowell and a leading figure in the Canadian fintech scene, Andrew Graham. Hosted by Sue Britton, this episode dives into Andrew's journey with Borrowell, exploring how his background in finance and...
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Romi Kohli, VP, Development, PMO & Innovation, Everlink
This week, Sue Britton is joined by Romi Kohli from Everlink. Romi shares insights from his journey through the fintech ecosystem, including his past roles, and his work on payment processing innovations. They delve into the challenges and opportunities within the payment systems, the impact of...
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Yves-Gabriel (YG) Leboeuf, Founder & CEO, Flinks
This week, Sue is joined by Yves-Gabriel (YG) Leboeuf, the Founder & CEO of Flinks. They discuss the critical balance between privacy and access in financial services, Flinks' role in secure data sharing, and its impact on the Canadian fintech ecosystem. If you enjoyed this episode, please...
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Matías Maciel, CFO & Co-Founder, Rextie
This week, host Sue Britton chats with Matías Maciel, the CFO and Co-Founder of Rextie. They delve into the innovative ways Rextie is transforming the financial sector and discuss the advantages of Rextie's platform compared to conventional foreign exchange approaches. Join us to learn about the...
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Richard Cromie, Founder, CEO & President, Paidiem
This week, Sue interviews Richard Cromie, the brains behind Paidiem, a leader in the earned wage access sector. Richard shares the inspiration behind Paidiem and discusses its potential to reshape the Canadian financial landscape. For more insights and updates, visit fintechscanada.ca and follow…
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Hamed Abbasi, CEO & Co-Founder of Plooto
This week on "Fintechs, eh?", join host Sue Britton in a captivating session with Hamed Abbasi, CEO & Co-Founder of Plooto. They explore Hamed's journey from the inception of Plooto to its current prominence in the fintech industry, discussing its unique value proposition and strategic...
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Hamed Arbabi, CEO & Founder of VoPay
In the first episode of the year, Sue Britton, CEO of Firefly Growth and a seasoned expert in the financial sector with over three decades of experience engages in an insightful dialogue with Hamed Arbabi, the Founder & CEO of VoPay. Learn more about VoPay, a leader in cutting-edge financial...
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2023 Reflections with Alex Vronces, Executive Director at Fintechs Canada
Wrap up the year with Sue Britton and Alex Vronces, Executive Director of Fintechs Canada. In the last episode 2023, Sue and Alex delve into the key milestones in Canadian banking this year, the factors behind Canada's slower adoption of open banking, and the 'Choose More' campaign's objectives…
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Faye Pang, Country Manager at Xero
Welcome to the latest episode of "Fintechs, eh?", a podcast that delves into the dynamic world of Canadian fintech innovators. In this episode, our host, Sue Britton, CEO of Firefly Growth and a fintech veteran with over 30 years in the financial industry, engages in a conversation with Faye…
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Daniel Eberhard, CEO & Founder of KOHO
Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Fintechs, eh?", a podcast that explores the vibrant world of Canadian fintech innovators. In this episode, our host, Sue Britton, CEO of Firefly Growth and a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, engages in a deep…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
For years, Canada has been a fintech nation on the rise. Join Alex Vronces, the Executive Director of Fintechs Canada, and Sue Britton, CEO of Firefly Growth and a renowned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, as they sit down with the innovators shaping the future of Canadian finance. From groundbreaking startups to established players, our guests share their stories, strategies, and visions for the future. Tune in for exclusive insights and real conversations with trailblazers and pioneers in Canadian fintech. Proudly presented by Fintechs Canada.Website – fintechscanada.caLinkedIn - linkedin.com/company/fintechs-canadaHave an idea for a guest? Fill out this form: forms.gle/xKeYC9TrkjBiDdSk9
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