On the latest episode of Everything is Fintech, we go truly global with a conversation with our VP, Fintech Strategy, Zach Anderson Pettet (US), Tim Moncrieff, VP, Global Head of Strategic Initiatives at Visa Direct (UK) and Swapnil Mhasde, Head of Commercialization & Solutions for Money Movement at Visa Direct (Singapore). From the rapid rise of r…

Recorded in London, this episode brings together two of the most insightful voices in UK mortgage fintech, Jinesh Vohra, CEO & Founder of Sprive, and Andrei Lebed, CEO and Co-founder of Koodoo, for a roundtable discussion with Money20/20's VP, Fintech Strategy, Zach Anderson Pettet, and Head of EU Content, Ian Horne. Jinesh shares the story behind …

In this episode of The Bank Tellers, Sheryl Chen, Head of Content, Money20/20 Asia, speaks with Kohei Ueda, Head of Digital Transformation at Mizuho Bank’s Global Transaction Banking Department, for a deep dive into how one of Japan’s largest banks is navigating change from the inside out. Filmed just ahead of Money20/20 Asia, Kohei shares how his …

In this special pre-Money20/20 Asia episode of The Bank Tellers, Sheryl Chen, Head of Content, Asia, sits down with Deven Somaya, Managing Director and Global Head of Emerging Commerce Solutions at Citi, for a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation from Singapore. With over 24 years at Citi, Deven shares insights from his global career journ…

In the lead-up to Money20/20 Asia, VP, Fintech Strategy, Zach Anderson Pettet, headed to Singapore to sit down with Namita Bhide, Founder/Managing Director of Denim Consulting and Ex-Banker, for a global take on how fintech is evolving across Asia. This episode of Everything is Fintech dives deep into the region’s unique innovation DNA—from digital…

Credit Union Special: The Minds Behind the Members How do credit unions stay competitive in a rapidly evolving financial world? In this special episode of The Bank Tellers, we sit down with Sterling Nielsen, CEO of Mountain America Credit Union, to discuss the future of credit unions, their role in financial inclusion, and how they’re leveraging te…

Credit Union Special: The Minds Behind the Members Zach Anderson Pettet, Money20/20's VP, Fintech Strategy, interviews Shruti Miyashiro, President & CEO of DCU (Digital Federal Credit Union). Tune in to learn how DCU's organic growth has made it one of the largest credit unions in the US, and how its intent to merge with First Tech is poised to cre…

How do you build a digital bank that truly serves the underserved? In this episode of The Bank Tellers, Zach Anderson Pettet sits down with Rachel Freeman, Chief Growth Officer at Tyme, to explore how the company is redefining digital banking in emerging markets. Tyme is proving that financial inclusion can be both impactful and profitable. Rachel …

In this episode of Everything is Fintech, Simon Taylor, Head of Strategy & Content at Sardine, joins Zach Anderson Pettet to break down some of the biggest trends shaping financial services today. They dive into the constant cycle of bundling and unbundling in fintech, exploring why companies are shifting strategies and what it means for the indust…

In this episode of The Bank Tellers, we sit down with Sarah Billings, EVP and Head of Global Payments at PNC, to explore the evolving landscape of payments, technology, and banking innovation. From strategic investments in real-time payments to the importance of "brilliantly boring" banking, Sarah shares how PNC is driving innovation while keeping …

How do you lead digital transformation at a top-10 U.S. bank while keeping innovation at the forefront? In this episode of The Bank Tellers, we sit down with Kelly Buchanan, EVP & Divisional CIO of Enterprise Payments & Wholesale Technology at Truist, to discuss her journey from MasterCard to banking, how Truist is redefining innovation in wholesal…

Four fintech experts, one cozy roundtable, and a spirited discussion on the state of our global financial landscape. It's an episode of Everything is Fintech you can't miss! Money20/20 hosts, Zach Anderson Pettet, VP, Fintech Strategy, and Ian Horne, Head of Europe Content, meet up with Emma Napier, Consulting Director at NextWealth, and Mary Agbes…

On the latest episode of The Bank Tellers, Ian Horne, Head of EU Content at Money20/20, sits down with Emma Hagan, CEO of ClearBank, to explore how the UK’s first new clearing bank in 250 years is shaking up financial services. Emma shares insights on embedded banking, fintech partnerships, and innovation in payments, plus what it takes to lead a c…

Axos Bank is one of the OG digital banks, but how do they stay ahead in a world where every financial institution is going digital? In this episode of The Bank Tellers, Zach Anderson Pettet sits down with Michael Pfau, Chief Digital Officer at Axos Bank, to dive into the future of digital banking, how to balance innovation with efficiency, and why …

On the latest episode of The Bank Tellers, Zach Anderson Pettet, VP, Fintech Strategy at Money20/20, sits down with Erica Khalili, the Chief Legal & Risk Officer at Lead Bank. This unfiltered and honest convo dives into the bank’s transformation from a traditional community bank to a fintech-forward institution. Erica shares the unique journey that…

In this special edition of The Bank Tellers, we’re diving deep into the world of credit unions with Dietrich Kuhlmann, President & CEO of Navy Federal Credit Union—the world’s largest credit union. Scarlett Sieber, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer at Money20/20, caught up with Dietrich to discuss: -The evolution of Navy Federal and its mission to …

Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, but banking hasn’t always worked in their favor. Enter Bluevine, the fintech building a financial operating system tailored for small businesses. In this episode of The Bank Tellers, Eyal Lifshitz, Founder & CEO of Bluevine, sits down with Micky Tesfaye to share how his company has evolved from offe…

We're putting the fun back into fintech on this latest episode with Nicole Casperson, Founder & CEO of Fintech is Femme, and Zach Anderson Petter, VP, Fintech Strategy at Money20/20. With over 50,000 subscribers to her newsletter and a thriving membership community, Nicole is championing inclusivity and innovation in fintech. This, along with her w…

Dive into the latest episode of The Bank Tellers as Zach Anderson Pettet sits down with Michelle Draper, CMO of First Citizens Bank, for a candid conversation about authentic leadership, innovation, and transformation during tumultuous times. Wondering how Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) transformed after the merger with First Citizens? Hear what it was …

We sat down with the CEO of Green Dot during Money20/20 USA! Mickyy Tesfaye, Head of Content at Money20/20, sits down with George Gresham, for a candid, can't-miss conversation about business, leadership, and some really good life advice. With over two decades of innovation in financial services, Green Dot has evolved from pioneering general-purpos…

From FaceID onboarding to tripling mobile customers, Giorgi Shagidze, CEO of maib, is shaking up Moldova’s largest bank. In this episode, Money20/20 Europe’s Head of Content, Ian Horne, interviews Giorgi to uncover how maib: Captured 37% of the SME market in just three years Powers 70% of loans and deposits through its app Pioneers AI for chatbots,…

Three continents, four time zones, and five members of the Money20/20 global content team. It's a jam-packed inaugural episode of Everything is Fintech, filled with lots of unfiltered opinions and predictions on where the industry is headed this year. Do we have a crystal ball? Well, not exactly. But we gave our best (and in some cases, funniest) e…

In this episode of The Bank Tellers, Money20/20 VP of Fintech Strategy, Zach Anderson Pettet, chats with Melissa Eggleston, nbkc bank's Chief Deposit & Operations Officer, for an unfiltered conversation. They explore the art of authentic leadership and building meaningful partnerships in the banking world. Melissa shares her journey, offering insig…

In the final installment of The Bank Tellers: NYC Edition, Scarlettt Sieber, Money20/20's Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, sits down with Phill Rosen, the global CTO of MoneyLion. They talk about everything from the evolution of banking, to the importance of consumer-centric approaches, to the role of technology in fintech. They discuss how MoneyLi…

In this episode of The Bank Tellers, Money 20/20's VP of Fintech, Zach Anderson Pettet, sits down with Rodrigo Suarez, Chief Banking Officer of Piermont Bank, to explore the journey of one of the few de novo banks chartered in recent years. Rodrigo shares how Piermont’s focus on digital-first, non-traditional distribution channels—starting with emb…

The Bank Tellers takes New York City! Scarlett Sieber, Money20/20's Chief Strategy & Growth Officer, had a fantastic face-to-face conversation with Clare Cusack, President & CEO of the New York Bankers Association. They talk about the vital role of advocacy in banking, the challenges posed by regulatory burdens, and how the pandemic fundamentally c…

In the latest installment of The Bank Tellers, Money20/20 Content Lead, Micky Tesfaye, speaks with Allenn Rohner, Co-founder and CTO of Griffin Bank, a fully licensed UK bank focused on providing B2B infrastructure for fintechs. They chat about the unique positioning of Griffin in the financial services landscape, and how the founders' backgrounds …

Money20/20 Asia's Content Lead, Namita Kinjawadekar, speaks with Dwaipayan Sadhu, CEO of TrustBank, Singapore's first digital bank. Dwai details the bank's rapid growth, innovative strategies, and the importance of customer experience. He discusses the challenges faced in the banking industry, the significance of technology and innovation, and the …

In this episode of the Bank Tellers podcast, Richard Davies, CEO of Allica Bank, and Micky Tesfaye, Content Lead at Money20/20, dive into Allica Bank's journey and its focus on the underserved mid-sized business segment in the UK. Richard discusses the importance of execution in business strategy, the unique approach of building acquisition-focused…

In this inaugural episode of The Bank Tellers, Zach Anderson Pettet, VP of Fintech at Money20/20 and Siya Vansia, Chief Brand and Innovation Officer at ConnectOne Bank, sit down to discuss the bank's founding, its growth trajectory, and the importance of innovation aligned with brand values. Plus, Siya shares insights on navigating technology trend…