• Women in Credit Event 2024 | Inclusion Should Include Everyone, Nadia Edwards-Dashti
    Oct 31 2024

    Do you know the difference between diversity and inclusion?

    On this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, host Nadia discusses inclusion and diversity in the workplace at the recent women in credit conference.

    Nadia shares her journey through the recruitment landscape, tackling the challenges of ensuring everyone feels included while addressing the misconceptions surrounding DEI initiatives.

    How can we redefine inclusion, embrace diversity, and build a culture where everyone is truly heard?

    FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

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    29 mins
  • Humanising Tech Leadership | Amie Durr, Chief Product Officer at Visual Lease
    Oct 29 2024

    What if embracing vulnerability was the secret to unlocking FinTech's true potential?

    On the latest episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Amie Durr, Chief Product Officer at Visual Lease who opens up about her personal journey, how she overcame imposter syndrome and why embracing vulnerability has been key to her success.

    This episode discusses how being intentional about inclusion can spark true change in the workplace, why allyship matters more than ever, and how companies can support their people both personally and professionally. Amie shares her candid experiences on climbing to C-suite, battling imposter syndrome, and learning to embrace vulnerability as a superpower in leadership.

    FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

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    25 mins
  • How to Build Thriving, Diverse Teams in FinTech | Gary Prince, CEO at The Payfirm
    Oct 24 2024

    In the latest episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia speaks with Gary Prince, CEO of The Payfirm, about his journey in transforming workplace culture and leading with inclusion. From building diverse teams to challenging traditional hiring practices, Gary shares how he’s making bold moves in the FinTech space.

    FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

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    20 mins
  • Pioneering FinTech Infrastructure and Challenging Industry Norms | Ximena Aleman, Co-Founder & Co-CEO at Prometeo
    Oct 22 2024

    Bridging the Gap

    In our latest episode of the FinTech's DEI Discussions podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Ximena Aleman, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Prometeo.

    Ximena shared her journey of building FinTech infrastructure in Latin America, emphasizing the importance of getting the foundations right to "empower the future of financial services."

    She also touched on the challenges she faced as a female entrepreneur, especially the harsh reality of the funding gap: "28 percent of FinTech founders are women, yet they receive just 1 percent of the funding."

    Ximena's advice? Focus on resilience, self-awareness, and emotional strength: "At the beginning of the journey, the process is emotional...you have to trust yourself and embrace the uncertainty of the person you will become."

    Tune in to this powerful conversation and be inspired by Ximena’s vision for a more inclusive and innovative FinTech future.

    FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

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    22 mins
  • Redefining Inclusion for Women in FinTech | Leah Glass, VP of Global Marketing at Convera
    Oct 17 2024

    In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, we’re joined by Leah Glass, VP of Global Marketing at Convera, for an eye-opening conversation on diversity, inclusion, and leadership in the financial technology industry.

    Leah shares how Convera is pushing the boundaries of commercial payments innovation while fostering a culture of compliance and ethics. She dives deep into breaking down the "excuse matrix" surrounding diversity in tech and financial services and highlights the ongoing challenges with tokenism and the pay gap.

    Leah also challenges leaders to move beyond sincerity and make real commitments to diversity, ensuring the future of work is equitable for all. It’s a conversation packed with actionable insights and powerful reflections on the importance of walking the talk in DEI.

    FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

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    12 mins
  • Powering Change in FinTech Through Inclusion and Leadership | Nona Fayaz, Head of Partnerships at Fuse Finance
    Oct 15 2024

    Championing Inclusion in FinTech: Resilience, empowerment and driving DEI in FinTech

    In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia dives into an inspiring conversation with Nona Fayaz, Head of Partnerships at Fuse Finance. Nona shares her journey from starting as an office manager to leading in FinTech, and how resilience and empowerment helped her overcome personal and professional challenges, including her battle with breast cancer.

    Nona also shares powerful insights on how companies can walk the talk for diversity, equity, and inclusion, from mentorship and equal pay to creating open communication within teams.

    FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

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    16 mins
  • Sustainability, Inclusion and the Power of Community in FinTech | Katy Zack, Head of Sustainability at Griffin
    Oct 10 2024

    Join us on FinTech’s DEI Discussions as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Katy Zack, Head of Sustainability at Griffin. Katy shares her incredible journey from fintech communications to a mission-driven focus on sustainability, sparked by a life-changing epiphany.

    In this episode, Katy opens up about how Griffin is pioneering sustainability and inclusion in the fintech world, the power of community in driving change, and why it's crucial for businesses to "walk the talk" when it comes to making a real impact.

    Whether you’re passionate about sustainability, curious about inclusion, or just love a good career switch story, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

    FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

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    11 mins
  • Building a More Inclusive FinTech Industry Through Transforming Boardrooms | Jude Davis, Ex Apple Marketer/ Director of Business Operations at Olmec
    Oct 8 2024

    In our latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Jude Davis, former Apple marketeer turned nonprofit leader, to explore the crucial role of diversity and inclusion in the FinTech industry.

    Jude shares his inspiring journey from the corporate world to leading Olmec, a race equality organisation that’s making waves in empowering underrepresented communities. We dive into the impact of diverse boardrooms, the importance of leadership in driving change, and actionable steps everyone can take to foster inclusion.

    Whether you’re passionate about DEI or looking to learn how to make a real difference in your organization, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Let’s continue the conversation on creating more equitable workplaces.

    FinTech's DEI Discussions is powered by Harrington Starr, global leaders in Financial Technology Recruitment. For more episodes or recruitment advice, please visit our website www.harringtonstarr.com

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    20 mins