Click here to see MORE! In this episode of FinTech Confidential Uncut, host Tedd Huff talks with Jeff Scheidel, VP of Operations at AuthID, about the rise of AI-driven fraud targeting financial institutions. They explore how deepfakes, voice cloning, and large language models are enabling scammers to impersonate executives, create synthetic identit…

Watch on YouTube Tedd Huff & John Gordon, CEO of ValidiFI, explore key shifts in Fintech and focus on Account Validation Technology. The focus is on account validation, fraud detection, and customer risk. With over 25 years in financial services, Gordon shares insights from his work at TransUnion and ValidiFI. He explains how behavioral signals lik…

See More Here! In this episode of Fintech Confidential: Leaders One on One, host Tedd Huff speaks with Pascale Elie, Co-FOunder & Chairperson of Cellpay and co-founder of HaitiPay, about her work in improving financial services in LatinAmerica and the Caribbean. Pascale shares how the 2010 earthquake highlighted the need for accessible financial to…

Click Here for More In this episode of Accrued, Tedd Huff and Colton Pond talk with Georgina Merhom, founder of Solo, about rethinking financial services by addressing the flaws in traditional credit scoring systems like Experian, Transunion and FICO. Georgina explains how Solo creates a personalized, verified financial profile for each consumer, e…

In this episode of Accrued a Fintech Confidential series presented by LoanPro, Tedd Huff and Colton Pond talk with Ben Boyer of World Acceptance about evolving financial strategies. They discuss how businesses can build lasting customer relationships by focusing on customer needs, expanding product offerings, and leveraging alternative data. Ben hi…

See More Here: In this episode of Accrued by FinTech Confidential presented by LoanPro, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond discuss these issues with Jeff Adamson, co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of the company. Jeff shares how his team built an in-house technology stack to overcome these limitations, allowing them to offer personalized credit …

Get the full story HERE! In this episode of Accrued, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond engage with Ensemblex leaders Shawn Budde and Chloe Zhu to explore challenges and opportunities in lending and financial technology. The discussion highlights common pitfalls for fintech startups, such as prioritizing customer acquisition while neglecting critical …

See More In this episode of Fintech Confidential, recorded live at the 2024 Money 20/20 event in Las Vegas, Tedd Huff and Stephany Kirkpatrick, founder and CEO of Orum, dive into the world of money movement technology. The discussion flows naturally, covering the many ways Orum is simplifying payments and enhancing access to funds. Kirkpatrick brin…

See More In this episode of Fintech Confidential’s Leaders, Tedd Huff talks with Ariel Blum, CEO of Receive, about how fintech can transform cash flow for small businesses. Receive’s unique model provides immediate, fee-free access to earned revenue, giving small businesses the “spending power” they need without relying on costly credit. Tedd and A…

See More In this episode of FinTech Confidential, host Tedd Huff and co-host Colton Pond speak with Timothy Li, CEO of LendAPI, on core strategies for fintech success. Key topics include the importance of fraud detection advancements, the need to build comprehensive products rather than features, and the role of partnerships in providing complete s…

Click Here to read more In this episode of Uncut by Fintech Confidential, host Tedd Huff discusses the FTC’s new Click-to-Cancel rule with legal expert Linda Goldstein (Baker Hostetler), Carl D’Agostino (CEO, Solvpath), and Jayare Charron (VP of Partnerships). This new rule, aimed at simplifying subscription cancellations, requires businesses to of…

Click Here See More In this episode of FinTech Confidential, host Tedd Huff interviews Jordan Olivas, the founder of Harvv, a B2B accounts receivables financing platform. The conversation focuses on how Harvv is helping businesses in traditional industries, such as recreational vehicles, construction, raw materials, and consumer packaged goods, by …

In this episode of FinTech Confidential, Tedd Huff and Colton Pond chat with Jonathan Awad, co-founder and CEO of Baselayer. They cover some pretty interesting topics around identity verification and fraud prevention for businesses, especially small and medium-sized ones. The conversation is packed with useful insights into how financial institutio…

Learn More In this episode of Leaders One on One by Fintech Confidential, Tedd Huff talks with Scarlett Sieber, the Chief Strategy and Growth Officer at Money 20/20, about the key trends and issues shaping the fintech industry. The episode focuses on topics like fraud prevention, artificial intelligence (AI), regulations, and how fintech events lik…

In this episode of Accrued a FinTech Confidential series presented by LoanPro, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond speak with Alex Rhodes, the Chief Operating Officer of Best Egg. Alex shares insights into the strategies that have made Best Egg a strong player in the personal finance industry. Throughout the discussion, Alex emphasizes how the company …

In this episode of FinTech Confidential’s Leaders One on One series, Tedd Huff and Rodney Williams, co-founder and president of Solo Funds, tackle key topics impacting the fintech world. The conversation explores the challenges and opportunities within the industry, providing listeners with fresh insights into financial technology and the evolution…

In this episode of Accrued, Tedd Huff and Colton Pond welcome Michelle Tran from Summer. Their discussion tackles some of the most important topics in fintech today. The focus is on real-world problems and practical solutions, making the conversation both relevant and accessible to anyone interested in finance. One of the major topics is the $1.7 t…

In this episode of FinTech Confidential, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond welcome the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Tandym, David Anderson. Tandym is changing the way payments work by offering branded payment platforms for merchants. This approach helps reduce processing costs and boosts customer loyalty. Traditional payment processing fee…

In this episode, host Tedd Huff interviews JB Orecchia, the President and CEO of SavvyMoney. JB shares his extensive experience, from his time at Disney and FreeCreditReport.com to leading SavvyMoney. This conversation highlights the importance of credit management, the challenges faced in financial services, and how SavvyMoney uses data to provide…

In this episode from the Accrued series, presented by LoanPro, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond sit down with Raktim Mitra, the Chief Lending Officer from Varo Bank. They dive into how AI is changing the game in financial technology, especially in fraud detection and credit services. Raktim explains how important it is to use different types of data…

Dive into the intriguing world of check fraud as Sherah Spark, Head of Compliance and Legal for CheckAlt, sits down with host Tedd Huff at CheckAlt’s Miami office in this compelling episode of Leaders One on One by Fintech Confidential. If you think checks are obsolete, think again. Sherah reveals some surprising statistics that show the continued …

In this episode of Accrued, Tedd Huff and Colton Pond sit down with Brian Barnes, the CEO and founder of M1. If you’ve ever wondered how to make your money work smarter for you, this episode is packed with insights. Brian shares how they combine investment tools with personal banking features to help clients manage their money better. The trio cove…

Join hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond in this episode of “Accrued” a Fintech Confidential series presented by LoanPro, where they chat with Tal Schwartz, a top fintech writer and advisor from Canada. Tal shares his expertise on the Canadian fintech market, covering a range of interesting topics. Tal talks about the differences between the Canadian a…

In this episode of Fintech Confidential, host Tedd Huff sits down with Lynn Dufrane, the Executive Director of Sales at CheckAlt. They explore the unique partnership between fintech companies and traditional financial institutions, highlighting how these collaborations are changing the landscape of financial services. Lynn explains how her experien…

In this episode of Accrued, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond chat with Scott Johnson, the Senior VP of Business Development at Galileo Financial Technologies. Scott shares his experiences and insights from his 20 years at Galileo, a leading FinTech platform owned by SoFi Technologies. They discuss how Galileo powers major players like Chime and Monz…

In this episode of Accrued, a Fintech Confidential series presented by LoanPro. Host Tedd Huff and Co-Host Nate Bray sit down with Anthony Peculic, Head of Cards and BaaS at Cross River Bank, to discuss the shifting dynamics of the Fintech world. They chat about the hurdles and prospects current banks face, along with the future of financial servic…

In this episode of "Accrued," brought to you by LoanPro, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond chat with Joyce Mehlman from ILX Consulting Group. Joyce shares her expertise in the financial services industry, focusing on the significant role that data and artificial intelligence play in finance today. She touches on the critical need for fintech companie…

In this episode of FinTech Confidentials, host Tedd Huff talks with Shai Stern, CEO of CheckAlt, about enhancing the efficiency of payment processing. Shai shares insights from his background in financial services and explores CheckAlt's strategies for improving the handling and processing of checks in a digital age. They tackle misconceptions abou…

In this episode of Fintech Confidential, host Tedd Huff and guest Kevin Olson, the Payments Professor, discuss fast payment systems like FedNow and RTP (Real-Time Payments). They cover how these systems are useful for immediate needs, such as paying bills quickly when time is critical. The discussion highlights how faster payments can make everyday…

In this episode, Tedd Huff and Colton Pond interview Joe Heck, the CEO of Happy Money. Happy Money focuses on personal lending and debt consolidation, aiming to help borrowers achieve their financial goals. They use personal loans to improve their financial situations. Joe shares insights on Happy Money's mission and their unique approach to lendin…

In this episode of "Accrued, a Fintech Confidential series presented by LoanPro, Tedd Huff and co-host Colton Pond sit down with Mike Dushane, the Chief Product Officer at Octane, to learn how getting loans for fun and recreational activities is becoming easier and more user-friendly. Mike has a rich background in the automotive and power sports in…

In this episode of "Accrued: A Fintech Confidential Series," presented by LoanPro, Host Tedd Huff and Co-Host Sarah Howell sit down with Robert Keil, the Chief Fintech Officer at FinWise Bank, to discuss the evolving world of sponsor banking. Robert shares insights from his rich banking background, shedding light on the pivotal changes and dynamic …

In this dynamic episode of Accrued, a Fintech Confidential series presented by LoanPro, hosted by Tedd Huff and co-host Colton Pond, They explore the cutting-edge solutions Column is bringing to sponsor banking. Brian Fishbein, Column's Head of Investing and Treasury, joins the discussion, providing an insider's perspective on how Column is challen…

Tedd Huff, co-host Matt Vanhouten, and special guest Dean Nolan, the Managing Director of Commercial Payments at SRM, deeply dive into Pay by Bank and its uncertain future in the US. Dean brings to the show an extensive background with the US payments ecosystem from the US Faster Payments Council, executive director of PayCLT, payments patent owner…

In this engaging episode of FinTech Confidential, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond, along with Rafael Reznek (Chief Technology Officer) and Sam Pause (Chief Innovation and Brand Officer), share insights into Mascoma Bank's distinctive approach in the banking sector. Known for its unique mutual ownership model and focus on community and environmental…

In Episode Three of 'Accrued: The FinTech Confidential Series' presented by LoanPro, host Tedd Huff and co-host Colton Pond engage with Brent Beardall, the President and CEO of WaFd Bank. Brent shares his journey of resilience and its impact on his leadership, emphasizing the importance of passion and making a difference. He discusses the transform…

In this compelling episode of Fintech Confidential's 'Accrued' series on LendTech, host Tedd Huff and co-host Colton Pond sit down with John Maxfield, the insightful founder of Maxfield on Banks. This conversation explores the intricate dynamics of LendTech, the critical importance of understanding the decision-making context in banking, and the tr…

In the inaugural episode of Fintech Confidential's 'Accrued' series on LendTech, hosts Tedd Huff and Colton Pond engage in an exciting conversation with Rhett Roberts, the visionary co-founder and CEO of LoanPro, a company at the forefront of lending technology innovation. This discussion winds through the historical evolution of lending, the indis…

Join host Tedd Huff, co-host Matt Vanhouten, and guest Theo Lau in a thought-provoking episode of UNCUT by Fintech Confidential, where we dive deep into the multifaceted world of Artificial Intelligence in Fintech. This episode covers a broad spectrum of topics, including the responsible use of AI, its impact on jobs, financial inclusion, and the e…

Join host Tedd Huff in an enlightening episode of UNCUT by FinTech Confidential, featuring special guests Ashley Eisenberg and Alena Smith. Together, they provide a comprehensive analysis of the payment facilitation landscape. The episode concludes that key factors for success in this field include a seamless user experience, understanding the diff…

Walt Levengood, VP of Strategy and Revenue of Nav, a groundbreaking financial technology company, shares his profound insights on navigating small businesses' financial health. Throughout the discussion, Walt highlights the critical role of fintech in equipping businesses with crucial financial tools they need for growth. He covers how the acquisit…

Aaron Letzeiser is the Co-founder and CEO of Obie, the game-changing insurance and risk management platform for real estate investors. He spills the beans on the fascinating journey of Obie, its groundbreaking mission, and the hurdles faced in its infancy. Discover how Obie leverages cutting-edge technology to revolutionize the insurance process, u…

Watch the entire episode on YouTube. In this episode of Uncut by Fintech Confidential, Tedd Huff, along with Matt Van Houten and Eric Brown, delve into their experiences at the Money 2020 conference. They highlight a significant shift from crypto and blockchain to a more mainstream approach, emphasizing the importance of working within existing fin…

Jeffery Glass is the CEO and Founder of HomeTap, the groundbreaking company revolutionizing the way homeowners access their home equity. In this episode of Fintech Confidential, Glass reveals the secrets to success in the real estate market and shares invaluable advice for entrepreneurs. Three important items Covered: 1️⃣ Discover the game-changing…

"Fintech Confidential Uncut" is a show that brings you 100% raw, real, and uncut conversations about the world of fintech. In this episode, co-hosts Tedd Huff and Matt Vanhouten dive deep into the challenges and potential pivots faced by legacy players in the fintech industry. Don't miss these topics: Will Visa's acquisitions impact innovation with…

In this episode, Landon Glenn, the CEO and Founder of ASA, takes us on a thrilling journey through the world of fintech. He shares the challenges he encountered while establishing ASA and sheds light on the company's mission and vision. Get ready to be amazed as Landon reveals ASA's commitment to empowering users, securing data, and forging reliabl…

Brian Kaas is the President and Managing Director of True Stage Ventures, a leading fintech investment company. He joins Tedd in this episode to discuss his journey from law to fintech and the exciting innovations happening in the industry. Brian shares insights on the fintech companies TruStage Ventures has invested in and how they are revolutioni…

Brad Tompkins, the Chief Information Officer of Vergent LMS, Reveals How Technology is Revolutionizing the Lending Industry. In this captivating podcast episode, Tedd Huff interviews Brad Tompkins, the Chief Information Officer of Vergent LMS, a leading lending solutions company in the fintech industry. Brad takes us on his inspiring journey into f…

Naveen Singh, the CEO of Center, shares his insights on revolutionizing spend management in the fintech industry. Discover how Naveen's background in fintech and experience at Concur shaped his approach to leading Center. Uncover Center's vision for the future of spend management and how they empower businesses. Plus, learn about their corporate ca…

Michele Tucci, the Chief Strategy Officer and Managing Director for Americas at Credolab, a groundbreaking fintech company revolutionizing credit risk assessment. In this episode, Michele shares his incredible journey in the industry and how Credolab utilizes smartphone metadata analysis to provide financial inclusion. Discover the three game-chang…