What’s Next For Global Fintech Leaders? - Taylor Lauber

What’s Next for Global Fintech Leaders? - Taylor Lauber | ATC #578

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In this episode of Around The Coin, host Stephen Sargeant welcomes Taylor Lauber, CEO of Shift4. They discuss Shift4's journey into the payment processing space, its work with e-commerce companies, and its involvement in the cryptocurrency world. The conversation also covers Shift4's philanthropic endeavors, such as the Giving Block and the Care for Crypto campaign, which have donated over $20 million. Taylor shares insights on the nuances of regulatory compliance, the future of fintech, and how Shift4 is staying ahead with technological advancements, including exploring space payments. Additionally, they explore Taylor's personal background, his career at Blackstone Group, the growth strategies at Shift4, and the importance of balancing software and hardware in the current state of payments. This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone interested in payments, tech, and the evolving fintech landscape.

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Chapters

1. Introduction and Episode Overview (00:00:00)

2. Taylor Lauber's Early Life and Career (00:01:17)

3. Shift4's Founding and Early Days (00:03:43)

4. Shift4's Evolution and Technological Advancements (00:06:24)

5. Insights from Blackstone and Entrepreneurial Lessons (00:11:12)

6. Global Expansion and Market Strategies (00:18:53)

7. Current State of Payments: Software and Hardware (00:21:39)

8. The Value of Data and AI in Payments (00:28:30)

9. Challenges and Strategies in Acquisitions (00:31:02)

10. Exploring Global Commerce and Cultural Differences (00:34:20)

11. Partnerships vs. Acquisitions: Strategic Decisions (00:34:51)

12. Navigating Regulations in the Payment Industry (00:37:38)

13. Chargebacks and Fraud in Physical and E-commerce (00:44:57)

14. Shift4's Ventures into Space and Unique Markets (00:46:43)

15. Leadership Insights and Company Growth (00:49:03)

16. Philanthropy and Crypto Donations (00:58:10)

17. Final Thoughts and CEO's Recommendations (01:03:17)

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