

Fintech Chatter: Conversations with Fintech CEOs and Founders
Dexter Cousins | Founder, Tier One People
350+ episodes. 40+ countries. The podcast fintech leaders actually listen to.Fintech Chatter is where founders, executives, and investors behind the world's most ambitious fintech companies share what's actually working.We cover topics like raising capital, scaling internationally, hiring leadership teams, and the challenges of building with transformative technologies across payments, crypto, AI, wealth, insurance. If it's in Fintech we've got you covered.Hosted by Dexter Cousins, founder of Tier One People, Australia's specialist executive search firm for fintech and transformative technology. With 17 years placing CEOs, CTOs, CPO's and country managers across the sector, Dexter brings an operator's lens to every conversation.New episodes biweekly. If you're building, funding, or leading a fintech company - this is your podcast.Follow Dexter on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dextercousins/Follow Tier One People: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tier-one-people
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Jul 30, 2020 • 33min
Ep 30: Joanne Cooper, ID Exchange
In episode 30 Dexter is joined by Joanne Cooper, Founder and CEO of ID Exchange.ID Exchange is an Identity Data Exchange, focused on Privacy Enhancing Technologies with Consent Management, Social Privacy Innovation and Digital Ethics. As Australia enters the open banking era, the work of ID Exchange is critical in ensuring Australians get the most from their data while protecting their privacy and human rights.Partnering with Digi me from the UK, ID Exchange gives consumers the power to take control of their data with easy optin/out consent through the app.Jo shares her unique journey which I'm sure would make a great Netflix series!Download the app - https://digi.me/get-started/To find out more go to - https://idexchange.me/------------------This podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm.Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintechs advancing the global economy.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/-------------------Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One People.To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us Fan MailContact: info@tieronepeople.comConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn

Jul 30, 2020 • 37min
Ep 31: Brett King
The GodFather of Fintech, Brett King joins Dexter to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Moven and with it the 10th birthday of the neo bank.A Melbourne boy, Brett shares his unique story of how an Aussie came to build Moven, and launch the first in-app mobile bank account offered anywhere in the world! Brett also shares his thoughts on the future of Fintech as we discuss his new book, The Rise of Technosocialism. And he reveals his no1 career tip for people in banking and financial services.Brett is an International Bestselling Author, a world- renowned futurist and media personality. Bank 4.0 remained a global bestseller in banking more than 12 months after release.President Xi Jinping cited his book Augmented. He even advised the Obama administration on Fintech!Brett hosts the world's #1 Fintech Podcast Breaking Banks (180 countries, 6.5 million listeners). This is a podcast episode of epic proportions. Enjoy!You can find out more about Brett, his books and the Breaking Banks Podcast by going to his website - http://brettking.com And you can follow Brett on twitter - https://twitter.com/BrettKingThis podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm.Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintechs advancing the global economy.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One People.-----------------To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us Fan MailContact: info@tieronepeople.comConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn

Jul 26, 2020 • 21min
Ep 29: Matt Baxby, Revolut
In episode 29 Dexter is joined by Matt Baxby, Country CEO for Revolut, one of the worlds fastest growing Fintech.Matt shares an insider's view of the Rocket Ship that is Revolut. We discuss their unique approach to building a bank, the relentless focus on the customer, blitz scaling and Revolut's plans for Australia.We delve deeper into Matt's background to talk about his time working with Sir Richard Branson. And what he learned from Virgin that has helped him make the transition from bank to Fintech Startup.To find out more about Revolut - https://www.revolut.com/en-AU/careersGet the app - https://www.revolut.com/en-AUThis podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm.------------------------------The Finnies, run by our partners FinTech Australia, are kicking off again in 2020! Showcasing the best that Fintech has to offer and sponsored by The Victorian Government, Vocus and BPAY, the Finnies are a chance to celebrate the remarkable people, innovations, and resilience the fintech industry is known for and built upon. Register now for your chance to be recognised as a leader of fintech. finnies.org.au.Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One People.To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us Fan MailContact: info@tieronepeople.comConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn

Jul 24, 2020 • 26min
People, Culture and Scaling - Sue Steel
This episode we are shining the spotlight on the Tier One People community members.Sue Steel of SuMaHa Collective is a specialist in People, Culture and Scaling. Most recently Sue scaled Aussie Tech success story, NearMap, taking the business from 50 - 300 staff.Sue also took one of Australia's first Fintech, Society One from 30 - 80 people.Sue shares her insights with Dexter Cousins as they discuss strategies on how to scale effectively and what founders can do to avoid the growing pains.You can connect with Sue - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sue-steel/The Finnies, run by our partners FinTech Australia and sponsored by The Victorian Government, Vocus and BPAY, are kicking off again in 2020! Showcasing the best that Fintech has to offer, The Finnies are a chance to celebrate the remarkable people, innovations, and resilience the fintech industry is known for and built upon. Register now for your chance to be recognised as a leader of fintech. finnies.org.au.---------------------------This podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm. Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One People.To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us Fan MailContact: info@tieronepeople.comConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn

Jul 22, 2020 • 34min
Ep 28: Beau Bertoli, Prospa
In Episode 28 of the FinTech Australia Podcast Dexter is joined by Beau Bertoli, Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer of Australia’s leading online business lender, Prospa. Bringing new thinking to old problems, the team at Prospa are changing the way businesses experience finance through smarter data, proprietary technology and unique customer experiences. Prospa consistently ranks as one of Australia’s fastest growing Fintech's, is certified as a 2019 “Great Place to Work”, and a 2017/2018 AON Hewitt Employer of Choice. Beau shares the incredible journey of the business since launching in 2012. How he and co-founder Greg Moshal have built a winning culture. And how Prospa is working closely with the Australian Government to support small business through Covid-19. This interview will get you more pumped than a Rocky Movie!You can find out more https://www.prospa.com/And watch the customer success stories on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjtAS-fXt7dGiLT6sFKhJX2UjvObs4-Kchttps://www.facebook.com/ProspaAU/This podcast is produced by Tier One People, trusted by the world's leading Fintech as their Executive Search Partners.Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintechs advancing the global economy.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One People.To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us Fan MailContact: info@tieronepeople.comConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn

Jul 19, 2020 • 29min
Ep 27: Simon Lee, Patona
In episode 27 Dexter is joined by Simon Lee, Co-Founder of Assembly Payments and now Managing Partner at Patona.Simon knows a thing or two about raising capital and scaling Fintech's. As CEO at Assembly Simon has raised $70m and won partnerships with Westpac and Standard Chartered. Patona started life as a bootstrapped tech startup that saw amazing success by running the majority of its business from India with minimal investment. This is a 'no holds' barred chat with Simon as he gives his views on the 'Fintech startup Dream' and shares how Patona is helping Fintech founders launch and scale with minimal capital.Tier One People is proud to announce a partnership with Patona. If you'd like to find out how we can help you scale your Fintech contact dexter@tieronepeople.comThis podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm.Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintechs advancing the global economy.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One PeopleTo hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us Fan MailContact: info@tieronepeople.comConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn

Jul 15, 2020 • 1h 7min
Ep 26: The WealthTech Show
It’s episode 26 and Dexter is joined by Carla Harris, Founder of Longevity App to talk all things WealthTech. They are on a mission to change everyone’s financial future one cent at a time, by automatically boosting your existing super fund with a little bit extra whenever you spend. Plus a load of great guests featuring in the show:Christina Hobbs of Verve SuperDan Silver of StakePat Garret of Six Park Jonny Wilkinson of EquitiseDownload the Longevity App on the App Store or Google PlayThis podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leaders in FinTech Executive Search Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintech's advancing the global economy.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One People.To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us Fan MailContact: info@tieronepeople.comConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn

Jul 12, 2020 • 22min
Ep 25: Anthony Thomson, 86 400
It's episode 25 and to mark such an occasion Dexter is joined by a very special guest who needs no introduction.Anthony Thomson is Co-Founder and Chairman of 86 400, Australia's first Smart Bank. And with a resume that includes Founder and Chairman of Atom Bank the UKs first mobile-first bank and Metro Bank in the UK, Anthony is one of the world's leading pioneers in digital banking. With two Geordies, on a Fintech podcast in Australia I'm thinking of renaming the showThe Ant and Dex show OR I’m a Fintech Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here 🤣🤣Tune in as we talk about the future of banking and Anthony's observations on the global Fintech scene.You can find out more about Anthony www.anthonythomson.co.ukAnthony's book: No Small Change - Why Financial Services Needs A New Kind Of MarketingFind out more on 86 400 http://86 400.com.auDownload at the app store OR Google PlayThis podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firmThanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintechs advancing the global economyWe share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One PeopleTo hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us Fan MailContact: info@tieronepeople.comConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn

Jul 8, 2020 • 29min
Ep 24: Christian Westerlind Wigstrom, Monoova
In episode 24 Dexter talks to Christian Westerlind Wigstrom of Monoova, an end-to-end payment solution allowing businesses to automate how they receive, manage and pay funds. Using an API-driven Payment Engine, businesses can scale without worrying about how their transactions are managed.Christian shares his thoughts on a not too distant world where payments will be seamless and just happen as we move through our daily lives.We also talk about the importance of hiring the right people and how that can quickly lead to success.For more info go to https://monoova.com/This podcast is produced by Tier One People, Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm. Thanks to our partners FinTech Australia - a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian Fintechs to advance the global economy.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/Your Host, Dexter Cousins is Founder and CEO of Tier One People.To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHSend us Fan MailContact: info@tieronepeople.comConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn

Jul 5, 2020 • 27min
Ep 23: Fred Schebesta, Finder
In episode 23 Dexter is joined by Fred Schebesta co-founder of Finder, a global personal finance comparison website. Finder attracts over 10 million visitors each month and employs over 300 staff .Fred spearheaded the group’s venture capital arm, Finder Venture where he thrives in the startup phase of building new business ideas. For the past 2 years, Fred has been leading the group’s latest project, the Finder App, Fred is recognised as one of Australia’s leading entrepreneurs with way too many awards and accolades to mention in an intro! I chat to Fred about his journey as a founder, making the transition to global CEO and Finders plans in the open banking era. Find out more https://www.finder.com.au/appFollow Fred on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredschebesta/ Follow Fred on Twitter - https://twitter.com/SchebestaThanks to our partners FinTech Australia, a member-driven organisation that is building an ecosystem of Australian fintechs to advance the global economy and culture.We share their mission to build a strong community, foster connections and support innovation. To become a member go to https://fintechaustralia.org.au/join-now/The FinTech Australia Podcast is produced by Tier One People - Australia's leading FinTech Executive Search firm. To hire game changing talent contact talent@tieronepeople.comIf you would like to sponsor the show please contact info@tieronepeople.comJOIN THE FASTEST GROWING COMMUNITY IN FINTECHAnd if you like the show, please leave a review 🙏🙏🙏Send us Fan MailContact: info@tieronepeople.comConnect on with Dexter Cousins on LinkedinHire Exceptional Fintech TalentSubscribe on LinkedIn


