Best C Byrne Podcasts (2025)

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Leigh Amaro, Head of North America at Swift | Episode 433 21:58

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Swift's colossal impact on global finance remains largely invisible to most people, yet its messaging infrastructure moves the world's entire GDP every 2-3 days. Leigh Amaro, Head of North America for Swift, pulls back the curtain on this financial powerhouse in a fascinating conversation about the present and future of global payments. Founded in …

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Special Series: Powering Payments Together with Conn Byrne, Executive Director, Integrated Payments at Payroc | Episode 432 29:54

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In this revealing conversation with Conn Byrne, Executive Director of Integrated Payments at Payroc, we uncover the secret sauce behind their remarkably successful ISV program. Having fallen into payments during a six-week temporary position that turned into a 14-year career, Byrne brings a wealth of experience from his journey with WorldNet (acqui…

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Modern Finance: AP Automation with Steve Buchberger and Heather Dawood from Deluxe | Episode 431 19:56

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Our Modern Finance series continues with episode three, featuring Steve Buchberger and Heather Dawood from Deluxe. We explored why more than 80% of businesses are still managing accounts payable manually — and the insights may surprise you. The pair explain how today's finance professionals are caught in a challenging paradox: highly skilled indivi…

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Special Series: Powering Payments Together with Adam Oberman, President of Payroc | Episode 430 30:39

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In the first episode of our three-part series with Payroc, Powering Payments Together: How Payroc Helps ISVs Scale Smarter, I sit down with Payroc President Adam Oberman to explore the shifting landscape of integrated payments. Once seen as a simple feature, payments have now become the financial backbone of successful software companies. Adam expl…

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John Caplan, CEO of Payoneer | Episode 429 21:37

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What happens when you give ambitious entrepreneurs around the world the financial tools previously reserved for multinational corporations? John Caplan, CEO of Payoneer, reveals the transformative impact of enabling truly global commerce for small businesses on this episode of the Leaders in Payments Podcast. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Payon…

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Jonathan O'Connor, Division President, Third-Party Payments at Synovus | Episode 428 22:52

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Jonathan O'Connor brings a unique global perspective to the payments landscape as Division President of Third-Party Payments at Synovus, the oldest bank in Georgia. His journey from Dublin, Ireland to becoming a key player in Atlanta's "Transaction Alley" reveals how traditional banking and cutting-edge fintech can create powerful synergies. At Syn…

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AI in Payments Series: Featuring Payarc Co-Founder & President, Jared Ronski | Episode 427 16:49

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Jared Ronski, Co-founder and President of Payarc, takes us behind the scenes of how modern payment technology is empowering independent sales agents and merchants alike. The conversation reveals Payarc's unique approach to partner relationships, where "growth through alignment" isn't just a catchy phrase but a business philosophy that has kept agen…

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Special Series: Modern Finance with Pat Moye, Executive Director of Product Innovation, Receivables at Deluxe | Episode 426 31:01

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Pat Moye, Executive Director of Product Innovation at Deluxe, unveils the surprising reality of accounts receivable departments still trapped in manual processes despite technological advances elsewhere in business. As he aptly points out, AR professionals often describe themselves as "cash detectives," spending valuable time hunting down payment i…

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AI in Payments Series: Featuring Payarc VP of ISV, Zac Schneiderman | Episode 425 25:34

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Zac Schneiderman shares a deeply personal journey from political science student to VP of ISV at Payarc, where he's become a driving force behind the company's innovative approach to payment integration for software platforms. What does it take to build successful partnerships in the fast-evolving payments ecosystem? For Schneiderman, it begins wit…

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Taylor Lauber, CEO of Shift4 | Episode 424 23:54

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Ever wonder what it takes to transform a basement startup into a global payments powerhouse processing over a quarter trillion dollars annually? In this fascinating conversation, Taylor Lauber, CEO of Shift4, reveals the remarkable journey that's taken the company from a small payment processor to an innovative force reimagining commerce across 75 …

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Eyal Lifshitz, CEO of Bluevine | Episode 423 24:13

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Stepping into the world of small business banking requires a fresh perspective, and that's exactly what Eyal Lifshitz brought when he founded Bluevine twelve years ago. Having watched his father run a physical therapy practice, Eyal witnessed firsthand the financial challenges small business owners face daily. Today, as Bluevine's CEO, he's transfo…

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Special Series: Modern Finance with Yogs Jayaprakasam, SVP, Chief Technology & Digital Officer at Deluxe | Episode 422 28:07

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We’re proud to kick off our four-part Modern Finance series with a conversation with Deluxe's Yogs Jayaprakasam, SVP, Chief Technology & Digital Officer. AI isn't just changing treasury - it's completely reimagining how financial teams operate, transforming them from back-office functions into strategic business advisors. Yogs Jayaprakasam reveals …

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James Neville, CEO of Yaspa | Episode 421 22:49

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What happens when you combine lightning-fast payments with sophisticated identity verification? James Neville, CEO of Yaspa, reveals how his company is transforming financial transactions by connecting these two critical elements. Yaspa stands at the cutting edge of real-time payment processing, offering the fastest account-to-account transfers acr…

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Women Leaders inPayments: Alisa Barber, CMO at Paysafe | Episode 420 23:56

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From her journey through marketing roles at large payments companies to building out the marketing function at Paysafe, Alisa Barber, CMO reveals the continuous learning and adaptation required to thrive in the rapidly evolving payments landscape. Her leadership philosophy centers on providing clear direction while creating space for team members t…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Monika Liikamaa, Co-Founder & Co-CEO at Enfuce | Episode 419 42:25

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“This episode contains explicit language and may not be suitable for all audiences.” The journey from developer to co-CEO of a global payments provider isn't for the faint of heart. Monika Liikamaa knows this firsthand. As the co-founder of Enfuce, she's built a company that processes cards for 24 million cardholders worldwide, pioneering cloud-nat…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Kari Wilhelm, SVP of Data Strategy & Commercialization at Worldpay | Episode 418 30:40

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Redefining leadership requires authenticity, cross-functional collaboration, and a willingness to embrace non-linear career paths. Kari Wilhelm, SVP of Data Strategy and Commercialization at Worldpay, embodies these principles as she navigates the complex intersection of payments technology and data innovation. In this fascinating conversation, Kar…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Karen Xu, CFO of North America | Episode 417 32:47

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The payments landscape is undergoing dramatic transformation, demanding new approaches to leadership and innovation. Karen Xu, Chief Financial Officer for North America at Ingenico, brings a fresh perspective on navigating this evolution while balancing personal and professional priorities. Growing up in Shanghai's French Concession sparked Karen's…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Aglika Dotcheva, CFO at Riskified | Episode 416 23:43

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Aglika Dotcheva's journey from organizing student strikes in post-communist Bulgaria to becoming CFO of Riskified is a masterclass in resilience and adaptive leadership. With just $3,000 in her pocket and dreams of a better future, Agi arrived in New York, eventually studying at Columbia University before finding her path in fintech. What makes Agi…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Outhay Lovan, Chief People Strategy Officer at VizyPay | Episode 415 21:45

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What happens when bold career moves and authentic leadership philosophy unite? Just ask Outhay Lovan, Chief People Strategy Officer at VizyPay, who transformed from LinkedIn observer to executive leader by taking an unconventional path that started with "stalking" the company online. In this captivating conversation for Women Leaders in Payments mo…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Debopama Sen, Head of Payments, Citi Services | Episode 414 20:26

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From humble beginnings as a mathematics student in India to overseeing Citi's payments operations across 94 countries, Debopama Sen's 29-year journey offers valuable lessons for aspiring leaders. Her perspective on leadership is refreshingly practical: find the signal amidst the noise, articulate a clear strategic vision, and focus on helping your …

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Women Leaders in Payments: Lena Hackelöer, CEO/Founder of Brite Payments | Episode 413 22:04

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"The ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities is on a different level with working mothers," observes Lena Hackelöer, CEO and founder of Brite Payments, during our illuminating Women Leaders in Payments episode. Five years after launching her company focused on account-to-account payments in Europe, Lena brings fresh perspectives on leade…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Ahalya Vijay, VP Product Operations at Worldpay | Episode 412 27:30

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What happens when your work drains rather than energizes you? For Ahalya Vijay, VP of Product Operations at Worldpay, this realization sparked a pivotal career transformation from consulting to product leadership in payments. In this illuminating conversation for Women Leaders in Payments month, Ahalya shares her global journey from Singapore to th…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Andie Hill, EVP, Agent Sales at Payroc | Episode 411 34:27

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Andie Hill's career defies traditional paths. From searching newspaper classifieds to becoming Executive Vice President of Agent Sales at Payroc, her journey illustrates how authenticity and relationship-building create leadership success in the payments industry. "Being relevant and authentic" defines modern leadership for Hill. Throughout our con…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Maggie O'Toole, Chief Client Officer at Dash Solutions | Episode 410 38:30

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Maggie O'Toole's remarkable journey from arriving in Chicago from Poland with just $300 to becoming Chief Client Officer at Dash Solutions exemplifies the power of mindset and determination in creating extraordinary outcomes. Her story serves as both inspiration and blueprint for anyone looking to make their mark in the payments industry. With disa…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Sheffali Welch, Chief Operating Officer at The Clearing House | Episode 409 38:31

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Discover the evolution of leadership in the payments industry through the lens of someone who's lived it. Sheffali Welsh, Chief Operating Officer of The Clearing House, brings a unique perspective shaped by her unconventional journey from cognitive science studies to overseeing operations for America's only private payment network operator. The pay…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Serena Smith, Chief Client Officer at i2c | Episode 408 35:15

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What happens when the primary users of an industry's products aren't well-represented in its leadership? Serena Smith, Chief Client Officer at i2c, tackles this fundamental question in a fascinating exploration of women's influence in the payments ecosystem. The stark reality? Women drive 85% of consumer purchases across categories but hold only 27…

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Women Leaders in Payments: Billi Jo Wright, Head of Risk at Worldpay for Platforms 28:47

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Billi Jo Wright's unconventional journey from working in her uncle's sheet metal factory to executive leadership in payments spans nearly three decades and offers powerful lessons about persistence, adaptability, and betting on yourself. Without a college degree but armed with boundless curiosity, Billi Jo navigated through various roles across iss…

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Floris de Kort, CEO of Thunes | Episode 406 19:01

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What happens when you build direct connections to over 350 real-time banks and wallets worldwide? You create what Thunes CEO Floris de Kort calls "the smart superhighway to move money around the world." The limitations of traditional cross-border payments are all too familiar for businesses operating globally. SWIFT transfers take days, lack transp…

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Pulse of Payments: Swipe Right on SoftPOS: Unlocking Payment Freedom with Pierre Aurel and Norman Frankel of Stanchion | Episode 405 39:35

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Step into the world of payment innovation with Pierre Aurel, Chief Product Officer, and Norman Frankel, Chief Growth Officer at Stanchion Payments as they demystify SoftPOS technology - the revolutionary software turning ordinary smartphones into powerful payment terminals. SoftPOS fundamentally transforms how merchants accept payments, enabling an…

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Matt Brennan, CEO of Spire | Episode 404 25:34

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What happens when you combine the merchant benefits of pay-by-bank transactions with the consumer rewards typically reserved for credit cards? Matt Brennan, CEO of Spire, reveals how their groundbreaking approach is transforming everyday payments across America. Brennan walks us through Spire's innovative branded payment solution that powers mercha…

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Rui Ribeiro, Co-Founder & CEO of Jscrambler | Episode 403 24:04

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Digital commerce security stands at a critical crossroads, with an average of 66 third-party vendors present during the typical e-commerce checkout flow. Each of these represents a potential security vulnerability that could compromise your customers' payment data. Few understand this landscape better than Rui Ribeiro, Co-Founder and CEO of Jscramb…

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John Gordon, CEO of ValidiFI | Episode 402 23:31

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The future of payments is shifting dramatically as consumers demand more options and businesses seek better ways to assess risk. John Gordon, CEO of ValidiFI, takes us deep into how bank account behavior data is becoming the missing puzzle piece in understanding consumer reliability beyond traditional credit scores. Gordon explains how ValidiFI sit…

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Maxim Galash, CEO of Coinchange | Episode 401 23:07

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Max Galash takes us on a fascinating journey through the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency landscape as CEO of Coinchange, a global crypto brokerage and asset management platform with offices in Warsaw and Toronto. Having pivoted from a direct-to-consumer approach following the collapse of major players like Celsius and BlockFi, CoinChange now focuse…

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Barry McCarthy, President & CEO of Deluxe | Episode 400 34:34

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We’ve officially reached 400 episodes of the Leaders in Payments Podcast - and what a journey it’s been. I’m incredibly proud of this milestone and truly grateful to our listeners, guests, and community. With over 375 guests featured, we’ve uncovered countless insights from the best minds in the business. To celebrate episode 400, I sat down with B…

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Mike Hudack, CEO & Co-Founder of Sling Money | Episode 399 26:27

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As CEO & Co-Founder of Sling Money, Mike is transforming how we think about sending funds across borders by making international transfers as effortless as sending a text message. During our conversation, Mike reveals how a personal experience moving USDC between the UK and San Francisco sparked his vision. The transfer itself was instant and free,…

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Frank Arellano, CEO of Revolv3 | Episode 398 19:06

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Frank Arellano, founder and CEO of Revolv3, peels back the curtain on a staggering $600 billion problem plaguing the payments industry that few executives fully understand. False declines - legitimate transactions incorrectly rejected by payment processors - account for a shocking two-thirds of all credit card declines. For subscription-based busin…

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Amit Sagiv and Vova Tsukur, Co-Heads of Wix Payments | Episode 397 45:46

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The world of payments is undergoing a radical transformation, and at the heart of this revolution stands Wix Payments. In this compelling conversation with co-heads Vova Tsukur and Amit Sagiv, we uncover how this powerhouse is reshaping financial services for small businesses across 190 countries. What makes Wix Payments truly special? It's not jus…

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Darryl Hicks, CEO of Flexpay | Episode 396 31:33

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Darryl Hicks, founder and CEO of FlexPay, takes us behind the scenes of a problem costing subscription businesses millions each month – failed payments and the resulting involuntary customer churn. From his early days cleaning toilets in his parents' commercial cleaning business to consulting for major telecom companies in the Twin Towers, Darryl s…

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Dan Battista, CEO & Partner at Factor4 | Episode 395 21:04

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Dan Battista, CEO and Partner at Factor4, takes us on an journey through the rapidly evolving gift card landscape. With genuine passion and deep industry knowledge, Dan reveals how Factor4 has grown from just 3 employees to 22 staff serving over 21,000 merchants in just a decade. The conversation illuminates Factor4's remarkable approach to custome…

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Ben Turner, CEO & President of Verituity | Episode 384 22:06

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What happens when you combine identity verification with payment precision? That's the question Ben Turner set out to answer when he founded Verituity, a company transforming enterprise disbursements by focusing on verification at every step of the payment process. Drawing from his experiences at Network Solutions in the early days of e-commerce, T…

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Jacob Olins, SVP & GM, Fintech at Workwave | Episode 393 24:41

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Ever wondered how pest control, landscaping, and janitorial companies are being transformed through innovative financial technology? Jacob Olins, SVP & GM of Fintech at WorkWave, takes us deep into the world where field service management software meets cutting-edge financial services. WorkWave has positioned itself as the operating system for fiel…

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Jeff Shea, Co-Founder & CEO of Under | Episode 392 19:44

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Meet Jeff Shea, the co-founder and CEO of Under who's revolutionizing how payments companies onboard merchants. Drawing from over two decades in payments and fintech, Jeff has created a digital account opening platform that's solving one of the industry's most persistent challenges. Under helps payments companies streamline merchant onboarding thro…

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Brian Bailey, President of Clip | Episode 391 23:17

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What happens when you combine decades of payment industry expertise with a mission to solve one of the most overlooked problems in business banking? Brian Bailey, President of Clip Money, joins us to reveal how his company is transforming the way businesses handle cash deposits. Despite the rapid growth of digital payments, cash still accounts for …

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Episode 557: Farewell 9:11

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John J. Miller signs off.By John J. Miller

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Mary Kay Bowman, EVP & GM of Payments & Financial Services at BILL | Episode 390 26:11

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Mary Kay Bowman takes us behind the scenes of BILL's mission to transform financial operations for small businesses through an expertly crafted blend of software and financial services. As EVP and GM of Payments and Financial Services, she brings decades of experience from pioneering roles at Amazon, Square, and Visa to tackle the challenges that i…

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AI in Payments Series: Featuring Payarc Chief Revenue Officer Dustin Siner | Episode 389 22:09

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Dustin Siner, Chief Revenue Officer at Payarc, brings 27 years of payments industry expertise and a fascinating journey that began with a psychology degree and a brief stint as a rehabilitation counselor. His therapeutic background proved surprisingly valuable in navigating the complex payments landscape, where relationship building remains the cor…

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Episode 556: 'The Pathfinder and the President' by John Bicknell 14:21

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John J. Miller is joined by John Bicknell to discuss his new book, 'The Pathfinder and the President.'By John J. Miller, John Bicknell

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Allen Kopelman, CEO & Founder of Nationwide Payment Systems | Episode 388 29:12

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Allen Kopelman, CEO and Founder of Nationwide Payment Systems, takes us behind the curtain of the rapidly evolving payments landscape, sharing insights gained from his fascinating career transition from restaurant chef to payments industry leader. Since founding his company in 2001, Allen has navigated multiple industry transformations, positioning…