I'm thrilled to welcome back Gabe Krajicek, CEO of financial solutions provider Kasasa on the Banking Transformed podcast. Gabe joins us to discuss the challenges community institutions must address today and how strategic products and marketing support can drive long-term relationship-based growth. Gabe provides compelling case studies demonstrating Kasasa's impact on community banking. He stresses the importance of distinguishing between real growth and transient gains, offering strategic advice for institutions navigating today's financial landscape. Gabe's vision for a robust, community-focused banking future leaves us with a deeper understanding of the pivotal role Kasasa plays in the industry. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by Kasasa Kasasa is a financial technology provider committed to driving real growth for community banks and credit unions to help them recapture market share. Since 2003, their branded retail products, and expert consulting services have helped their clients attract, engage, and retain consumers nationwide. Today over 600 community banks and credit unions rely on Kasasa to manage over $20B of core deposits. For more information visit https://offer.kasasa.com/offer-kasasa

To stay competitive, banks and credit unions must evaluate the viability of platform strategies that can provide superior customer experiences, tap into network effects, and leverage data and AI for strategic differentiation. Our guest on the Banking Transformed podcast wrote the playbook for winning in the platform economy. Senior Prophet Partner, Ted Moser, explores pragmatic steps banks can take to compete in the platform economy, offering examples of creative platform models used by industry giants like Amazon, Uber, and Airbnb. Ted’s insights provide a treasure trove of actionable strategies, setting the stage for banks to thrive in the face of massive industry change.

Creating fast yet compliant digital account opening journeys represents a pivotal pain point for many banks amidst digital disruption. Delivering seamless experiences across channels has grown equally vital with younger customers measuring experiences against the one-click world of Amazon and Uber. I’m excited to welcome Brandon Moyer of WSFS Bank to the Banking Transformed podcast to discuss the increasing priority of digital engagement in an ultracompetitive landscape. Brandon shares the tools and orchestration tactics WSFS employs to ease new account initiating while ensuring they also enable omnichannel sales consistency by leveraging conversion insights. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Terafina, an NCR VOYIX Company’ Terafina, an NCR VOYIX Company, provides digital onboarding and omnichannel sales solutions that are simple and secure to financial institutions. Terafina’s omnichannel sales platform is a multichannel product suite offering consumer deposits and lending, real estate, small business deposits and lending, commercial deposits, merchant services, and cryptocurrency account opening—across digital, branch, and call center channels. For more information visit https://terafina.com/

I'm excited to have Grant Karsas, VP of Digital Experience at Travis Credit Union, on the Banking Transformed podcast. Grant oversees the member-facing digital channels at Travis CU, one of the largest credit unions in California with nearly $5 billion in assets and more than 245,000 members. Grant shares insights into how Travis CU leverages modern technologies to deepen member relationships through personalized experiences, earning the credit union industry awards for excellence. We also discuss how a community-based credit union can compete successfully in a crowded market filled with major banks and new fintech entrants.

How prepared is your organization to move forward without fear in the face of ransomware, cyberthreats, ongoing digital transformation, and hybrid cloud adoption? More importantly, if your organization is disrupted, how fast can you recover and move ahead confidently? To navigate these complex waters, we're joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Rick Vanover is Senior Director of Product Strategy at Veeam. Veeam is at the forefront of providing cutting-edge solutions for data protection and management in the cloud era. Rick shares insights on how Veeam's innovative approaches are safeguarding financial institutions against these threats and ensuring operational continuity in the face of ongoing digital transformation and cloud adoption. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by Veeam Software In today's financial service landscape, security, compliance, and agility are paramount. Veeam’s Kasten K10 solution emerges as a top choice for banking and insurance companies looking to protect their Kubernetes data with leading security and compliance features like end-to-end encryption and RBAC. Kasten K10 supports a broad ecosystem of data services, empowering financial institutions to scale quickly and securely.Find out more https://www.kasten.io/free-kubernetes

We're honored to host Rebeca Romero Rainey, President and CEO of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) on the Banking Transformed podcast. ICBA serves as the leading voice promoting the interests of over 5,000 community banks which constitute the vast majority of all banks in the country. In this episode, we'll uncover the current dynamics of the community bank ecosystem, confront the challenges these institutions face, and explore the opportunities that lie ahead. We also discuss the key regulatory issues of 2024 and celebrate the milestones under Rebeca's leadership at ICBA. Her perspectives on the future of community banking, digital transformation, and the role of local banks in fostering economic growth provide valuable insights for financial executives across all asset categories.

I’m so pleased to welcome Megan (Caywood) Cooper, newly appointed Chief Product Officer at ClearBank, to the Banking Transformed podcast. Boasting experience across startups, big banks, and platforms, Megan provides a unique insider lens, having helped disrupt finance firms of all sizes from the inside out. We’ll hear about her professional journey and the difference between fostering innovation at industry stalwarts versus scrappier upstarts. Megan will also share her wisdom around the ongoing challenges women leaders face in finance along with how she achieves work/life balance while raising a family. Finally, Megan shares what excites her about the industry’s trajectory and why she sees abundant opportunities still ahead as finance continues transforming.

I'm excited to welcome Pål Krogdahl, Director of Technology Strategy and Advisory Services at Samlink, to the Banking Transformed podcast. Pål recently co-authored an insightful report titled "Banking Outlook: Navigating the Transformative Trends in Banking," providing an in-depth look at the key forces reshaping the industry. From economic conditions to emerging technologies, competitive dynamics to customer behaviors, this report explores the most pivotal trends on the horizon for 2024. With over 20 years of experience advising banks on digital transformation and technology strategy, Pål shares his expert perspectives on the defining challenges and opportunities ahead for financial institutions, and how technology factors into strategies for remaining relevant amid digital disruption.

The launch of Ally’s self-built AI platform Ally.ai in collaboration with Microsoft represents a measured yet trailblazing foray into next-gen technologies for banking. Rather than reacting to hype, Ally has taken a principled approach focused on productivity, security, scalability and an improved customer experience. Ally’s emphasis on co-piloting change also signals the value of strategic partnerships between banks and tech players in steering AI’s responsible adoption, providing a blueprint for financial institutions of all sizes eyeing productive AI integration. Joining me on the Banking Transformed podcast to discuss this exciting collaboration is Priya Gore, General Manager, Data & AI for US Financial Services at Microsoft and Sathish Muthukrishnan, Chief Information, Data and Digital Officer at Ally. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: Microsoft and its partner ecosystem help banks reduce cost and risk, modernize core systems, and delight customers and employees to achieve differentiation and spur sustainable growth. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Allison Cerra, Chief Marketing Officer at Alkami Technologies joins me on the Banking Transformed podcast. Allison has seen marketing evolve tremendously over her career and is an expert on harnessing insights to fuel marketing campaigns and optimize return on investment. But, it's not just about big data; it's about the right data — transforming information into actionable strategies that drive customer engagement, loyalty and trust. Allison and I explore how banks can leverage analytics to create insight-driven campaigns, the importance of personalization in marketing, and how technology is shaping the future of customer interactions in banking.

As we stand on the brink of 2024, it is important to unravel the seismic shifts poised to redefine the industry over the next year and beyond. Digital disruption, shifting consumer behaviors, emerging technologies and evolving regulations are combining to reshape the industry at dizzying speed. I’m joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Brett King, a trailblazer whose foresight has continually heralded the next wave of financial innovation. Together, we dissect the advancements and upheavals that will reshape the banking world in 2024 and peer into the future, envisioning what banking might look like as we approach the dawn of 2030. More than ever, bankers must understand these trends and harness the opportunities ahead of us in order to thrive in the years ahead.

Today on the Banking Transformed podcast, we dive into a discussion about the coming decade with none other than Rohit Bhargava, a trend curator and author of the compelling book, "The Future Normal." Rohit's insights challenge conventional wisdom and give us a thought-provoking glimpse into how society can evolve in the realms of living, thinking, and thriving at a time when change is happening faster than ever before. With his book providing a roadmap of the significant changes ahead, we explore the implications for individuals, businesses, and indeed, the future of banking. This enlightening conversation will expand your perceptions of what's possible and how you and your organization can be future-ready.

Generative AI is pushing financial institutions to rethink how they work in exciting ways. Early adopters are already seeing the benefits. But, before financial institutions can reap the rewards, there are considerations and lessons to build on. Prime among them is a warning: the most dangerous thing about AI is assuming that it only delivers productivity. In this episode of Banking Transformed, we are joined by Anu Sachdeva, global solutions & service line leader for banking and capital markets at Genpact, a global professional services firm focused on delivering outcomes that transform businesses. Anu and I talk about the opportunities and change that generative AI can bring to financial institutions, the four key considerations for financial institutions and other enterprises to follow, the steps toward integrating gen AI most effectively, and the use cases that offer unexpected possibilities. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by GenPact With 25 years of experience leading digital transformations at Fortune 500 companies, Genpact empowers financial institutions to develop, deploy, and scale gen AI solutions. Fast. At Genpact, we do more than rethink banking operations; we're democratizing AI so firms can anticipate customer needs, deliver seamless experiences, reduce financial crime, and grow revenue. Learn more about our AI solutions.

In this episode of Banking Transformed, we delve into the world of generative AI with Ron Shevlin, Chief Research Officer at Cornerstone Advisors. As data continues to be the foundation of AI applications, we explore the potential of generative AI in financial services, as well as the practical realities and limitations financial institutions need to consider. Moreover, we touch on the competitive and regulatory landscape and how financial leaders can navigate it when adopting generative AI solutions. In the crystal ball segment of our discussion, Ron shares his vision for the future of generative AI in the financial sector and provides valuable insights into what financial leaders must be doing today to prepare for the AI-powered tomorrow.

Joining us on the Banking Transformed podcast is Rob Rubin, general manager of financial services at Insider Intelligence. In this interview, we unravel the latest developments in retail banking, including the intense competition for deposits amidst economic uncertainty, changes in digital marketing strategies, recent payment and lending innovations, the increasing role of trust, and the potential impact of generative AI. Rob provides perspectives on how banks can respond to these trends and best position themselves for the future at a time of immense challenges ... but also unique opportunities for those organizations willing to embrace change.

Today, we welcome James White, general manager of banking at Total Expert, to the Banking Transformed podcast. In today's digital world, understanding customers and delivering personalized experiences have become critical capabilities for banks to drive growth. However, many institutions still struggle to gain a complete view of each customer and orchestrate relevant engagements across channels. Our discussion with James White explores how banks and credit unions can leverage customer intelligence, personalize journeys, and leverage human + digital touchpoints to transform relationships and performance. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by Total Expert Total Expert is the leading fintech software company that delivers a purpose-built customer engagement platform for modern financial institutions. Total Expert unifies data, marketing, sales, and compliance solutions to provide a cohesive experience across the customer lifecycle. Total Expert turns customer insights into actions to increase loyalty and drive growth for banks, lenders, credit unions, and other financial services firms. Visit totalexpert.com to learn more.

In this episode of Banking Transformed, we have the privilege of speaking with Jon Budd and Dr. Jorge Jimenez, the CEO and president of Juniper Payments (a PSCU Company). The guests provide valuable insights into the evolving payments landscape, discussing the challenges and opportunities surrounding payments modernization and offering advice to financial institution leaders looking to navigate these changes successfully. The episode also provides perspectives on the technologies and trends poised to shape the payments industry's future, from delivering instant payments to managing fraud and the potential of alternative payment options.

Joining us on the Banking Transformed podcast is Alex Tapscott, co-founder of the Blockchain Research Institute and author of the highly anticipated book, 'Web3: Charting the Internet’s Next Economic and Cultural Frontier’. In this interview, we explore the world of Web3 and discuss how Web3 differs from today's internet, what components are real versus hype, where this technology may be headed next, and its potential impacts on banking and financial services. Alex also discusses high-impact potential Web3 use cases for banks like reinvented payments, lending and investments, and shares how banks can navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities presented by the Web3 revolution.

In today's digital era, consumer expectations for personalized and seamless experiences are higher than ever. For banks, optimizing engagement to drive loyalty and satisfaction presents both challenges and opportunities. To explore how banks can leverage data, analytics and technology to better understand and serve customers, we're joined by Devesh Khare, CPO at MeridianLink on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss how banks must reinvent consumer engagement to be future-ready. By leveraging data, analytics and technology financial institutions will be better equipped to understand consumers and deliver personalized experiences at speed and scale. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by MeridianLink MeridianLink® (NYSE: MLNK) powers digital lending and account opening for financial institutions and provides data verification solutions for consumer reporting agencies. MeridianLink’s scalable, cloud-based platforms help customers build deeper relationships with consumers through data-driven, personalized experiences across the entire lending life cycle. MeridianLink enables customers to accelerate revenue growth, reduce risk, and exceed consumer expectations through seamless digital experiences. Its partner marketplace supports hundreds of integrations for tailored innovation. For more than 20 years, MeridianLink has prioritized the democratization of lending for consumers, businesses, and communities. Learn more at meridianlink.com.

JB Orecchia, president and CEO of SavvyMoney, joins me today on the Banking Transformed podcast. SavvyMoney is a leading provider of personalized credit education, scores, reports and monitoring solutions. JB has over 35 years of experience driving innovation in financial services with deep expertise in credit, data and technology. In this episode, we explore SavvyMoney's product roadmap, the convergence of credit education and personalization, the vital role of data, insight, and technology in driving engagement and the state of fintech and banking collaborations. We also discuss how generative AI is set to revolutionize credit solutions and financial well-being across the entire banking ecosystem.

According to our Banking Transformed podcast guest, Alexia Cambon, senior director of research at Microsoft, “There is no going back to the way we worked before. Flexibility is no longer seen as a perk by employees, but as a right.” Flexible working has produced a ‘crisis of trust’ and a ‘productivity paranoia’ in employers, but there needs to be a mindset shift and recognition that ‘performance does not equal presenteeism,’ states Cambon. The pandemic and the emergence of generative AI have radically changed how employees experience corporate culture, and firms must embrace the new reality. The question will be whether leadership is ready for the changes the workplace of the future presents. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: Microsoft and its partner ecosystem help banks reduce cost and risk, modernize core systems, and delight customers and employees to achieve differentiation and spur sustainable growth. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

In this episode, the Banking Transformed podcast is at Sibos 2023 in Toronto, Ontario where we are joined by Judith Pinto and Prakash Pattni from IBM who are at the forefront of revolutionizing banking through hybrid cloud solutions. We explore how hybrid cloud can support complex banking workloads, foster innovation, and drive advanced technology strategies. We'll also delve into the crucial aspect of managing risk in hybrid cloud implementations within the banking sector. Whether you're a banking professional, a technology enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of finance, this conversation is a must-listen. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by IBM IBM is a leading provider of enterprise AI, hybrid cloud architecture, security and ESG insights to the global financial services sector. Our deep industry expertise, extensive portfolio of services and solutions, and robust ecosystem of fintech partners, empower collaboration, innovation, and creation. As a trusted partner to banks, insurers, the capital markets and payments providers, we guide financial institutions in all stages of their digital transformation journeys through IBM Consulting and deliver the proven infrastructure, software and services they need through IBM Technology. To learn more about IBM's insights and solutions for the financial services industry, please visit www.ibm.com/industries/financial-services.

With their unique preferences, behaviors, and technological fluency, Gen Z and younger consumers are reshaping the landscape of banking products, channels, and engagement strategies. With this in mind, how do banks connect with and build loyalty among the emerging Gen Z demographic. What technologies, products and messaging matters? Joining us on the Banking Transformed podcast is a true expert in the field, Brendan Coughlin, Vice Chairman and Head of Consumer Banking at Citizens. Brendan has extensive experience in navigating these dynamic shifts, providing invaluable insights into this very demanding segment of the population.

The digital revolution is transforming banking as we know it. Consumers today want personalized, seamless financial services integrated into the platforms and apps they use daily. How can traditional banks adapt to this demand for "embedded finance"? On this episode, we explore the critical steps banks must take to embrace embedded banking and thrive in the platform economy. Our guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Shanker Ramamurthy, Global Managing Partner Banking & Financial Markets, IBM Consulting. We discuss the key findings from IBM's latest research on this banking transformation imperative.

In today's competitive landscape, financial institutions must adopt a customer-centric culture focused on loyalty and lifetime value to thrive. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcastis Wayne McCulloch, Chief Customer Officer at Alkami Technology. Wayne lays out a proven framework for organizations to become truly customer-obsessed. As the author of the best-selling book, “The Seven Pillars of Customer Success”, Wayne brings deep expertise on embedding customer-first approaches across an organization. Join us as we explore how Wayne's seven pillars can guide banks, credit unions and other financial firms to deliver better client outcomes. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Alkami Alkami Technology, Inc. is a leading cloud-based digital banking solutions provider for financial institutions in the United States that enables clients to grow confidently, adapt quickly, and build thriving digital communities. Alkami helps clients transform through retail and business banking, digital account opening, payment security, and data analytics and marketing solutions. To learn more, visit www.alkami.com.

I'm joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Rakefet Russak-Aminoach, a trailblazer in digital banking innovation. Rakefet led the transformation of Bank Leumi into Israel's most profitable and forward-thinking bank before becoming a managing partner at Team8, a fintech foundry. We explore her transition from traditional bank to Team8 and delve into the unique foundry model that drives its mission of innovation and growth. Rakefet sheds light on the strategies that enable fintech firms to navigate changing funding dynamics and balance innovation and stability. Her insights offer a perspective on the intersection of established banking wisdom and the nimbleness of startups. Additionally, Rakefet's dedication to diversity, gender equality and empowerment takes center stage as we discuss her contributions to fostering a more inclusive fintech industry.

Generative AI is poised to revolutionize the financial services industry. According to new research from IBM, the market for generative AI in finance is projected to reach $9.5 billion globally by 2032. This disruptive technology has the potential to transform customer experiences, empower employees, and rapidly modernize legacy systems. As we gear up for Sibos 2023, we’re joined by John Duigenan, General Manager, Financial Services and IBM Distinguished Engineer, IBM Technology on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss some of the most promising AI use cases gaining traction, why an open and hybrid platform is critical, how generative AI can aid application modernization, and what financial executives need to think about when implementing this new wave of AI.

On today’s Banking Transformed podcast, I'm thrilled to be joined by Brandon McGee, Chief Digital Strategy Officer at A+ Federal Credit Union, who is spearheading their ambitious efforts to reimagine members' digital experiences. Brandon has a 30-year legacy in banking and technology, having spent time at both large and small financial institutions as well as working at Dell and Facebook. With leadership committed to being future-ready, A+ FCU has made tremendous strides in digital innovation and user-centric design. In our conversation, we explore how financial institutions of any size can become digital banking leaders, the role of culture change, and the keys to rapid innovation iteration.

From the complexities of legacy infrastructure to the nuances of modern app development and the ever-evolving threat landscape, banking is faced with balancing performance, speed and security. Join us in this episode of the Banking Transformed podcast as we sit down with Michael Wiley, VP and CTO of F5, to explore the multifaceted world of banking cybersecurity within the context of digital transformation. Wiley's expertise offers practical guidance for all banking executives seeking to strike the right balance between innovation and protection. As the banking industry continues its transformative journey, the wisdom shared in this episode serves as a beacon for securing a safer and more resilient future. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by f5 F5 offers comprehensive protection that lets you implement a consistent security policy for any app and any API, anywhere. Security that adapts as attackers retool with minimal customer friction. Security that protects your whole business with the highest efficacy in the market. Security that adapts to your business, whatever your business is, as you lift, shift, modernize, and thrive. For more information visit: https://www.f5.com/solutions/banking-and-financial-services

Community banks, deeply rooted in their local domains, have played a pivotal role in supporting the financial needs of individuals, small businesses, and local economies. But the digitalization of the industry has altered the playing field. Looking forward, what are the unique advantages local financial institutions can bring to the table beyond ‘being friendly’? What are the challenges they face in competing with larger marketplace leaders? And what are the strategies management must adopt to ensure they remain future-ready. I am excited to have Jim Perry, Senior Strategist at Market Insights, Inc. on the Banking Transformed podcast. We will be discussing how community banks and credit unions can best co-exist in a marketplace that includes regional and national banks, tech companies, fintech firms and even non-financial players.

We’re at the midpoint of 2023, making this the perfect time to take stock of the major trends shaping retail banking globally and look ahead to the future. A multitude of events this year have altered the industry's trajectory, influenced consumer behavior, and prompted financial institutions to reassess their business models and go-to-market strategies. The question is which events will have a lasting effect and what jobs need to be done to become more future-ready? I am excited to have David M. Brear, CEO of 11:FS on the Banking Transformed podcast. We will be discussing how banks and credit unions have reacted to major global disruptions, and what major opportunities and threats currently exist in retail banking.

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance and reshape banking, achieving a high level of AI maturity becomes crucial for financial institutions to remain competitive and relevant in the modern landscape. But what determines an organization’s AI maturity. Evident has just published an extensive study on AI innovation and maturity across major banks. Their research analyzed 60 of the largest banks in North America and Europe to understand how banks are positioning themselves for an AI-driven future. I am excited to have Alexandra Mousavizadeh, Co-founder and CEO of Evident on the Banking Transformed podcast. We will be discussing what determines a financial institution’s AI maturity, the advantage AI maturity provides and how organizations can keep pace with market leaders.

This is the second part of a two-part in-depth Banking Transformed podcast interview on generative AI and ChatGPT in banking with Brian Roemmele, President of Multiplex. With the rise of generative AI (ChatGPT) and its increasing impact on various sectors, including banking, it's crucial to examine how these advancements are transforming the landscape, both for better and for worse. From exploring the impact of generative AI on customer experience and engagement to discussing the ethical considerations and regulatory challenges, it is more important than ever to understand the transformative power of AI in banking. Brian equips listeners with the knowledge and understanding needed to embrace the promise of generative AI and ChatGPT while mitigating associated risks.

With the rise of generative AI (ChatGPT) and its increasing impact on various sectors, including banking, it's crucial to examine how these advancements are transforming the landscape, both for better and for worse. From exploring the impact of generative AI on customer experience and engagement to discussing the ethical considerations and regulatory challenges, it is more important than ever to understand the transformative power of AI in banking. My guest for part one of this important Banking Transformed podcast interview on generative AI and ChatGPT in banking is Brian Roemmele, President of Multiplex. Brian equips listeners with the knowledge and understanding needed to embrace the promise of generative AI and ChatGPT while mitigating associated risks.

Fintech firms are currently facing a series of challenges stemming from a variety of factors, including dropping venture capital (VC) funding, the failure of Silicon Valley Bank and the uncertain economic climate. Collaboration and partnerships within the fintech ecosystem and with traditional financial institutions may become even more crucial as fintech firms reassess business models and try to build greater resilience. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Jeff Tijssen, Expert Partner and Global Head of FinTech at Bain & Company. Together, we try to unravel the complexities of this rapidly evolving sector and uncover how fintech is reshaping the way we think about money, payments and financial services.

Advancements in digital banking technologies, like mobile apps, chatbots and digital wallets allow banks to provide always-on, personalized experiences across the entire customer journey. Done well, financial institutions can increase early engagement and activation speed, reduce contact outreach and increase revenues. Despite these advancements, challenges remain. Regulatory constraints, data privacy concerns, and technical complexities pose hurdles in fully realizing the potential of personalized banking. As a result, many firms are building third party collaborations to drive early personalization wins. We have Jason Davies, Vice President, Product, Solutions & Customer Delivery at Flybits on the Banking Transformed podcast. We'll explore the opportunities and challenges faced by card issuers and all retail bankers as they strive to enhance the cardmembers' journey through personalized engagement. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Flybits Cardholder Lifecycle experiences designed to deliver personalization. An always-on solution that elevates cardholder experiences at every lifecycle stage, personalized for every moment. Deliver a remarkable customer experience in record time, while driving business results. Visit get.flybits.com for more information.

2023 has presented many challenges for financial institutions. Record-breaking inflation, rapidly rising interest rates, reduced loan demand, and declining deposits have created a level of uncertainty not experienced for decades. These changes have disrupted status-quo assumptions while presenting amazing opportunities for financial institutions willing to reinvent legacy business models. I am excited to have Gregg R. Tewksbury, president and CEO at New Hampshire Mutual Bancorp and Lee Wetherington, senior director of corporate strategy at Jack Henry on the Banking Transformed podcast. They discuss the results of the 2023 Strategic Priorities Benchmark Study just released by Jack Henry.

From virtual and embedded experiences to digital payments and the power of AI, digital banking experiences can be enhanced at every touchpoint. With so much disruption – and opportunity – facing banks, credit unions and fintech firms, the industry must be more agile than ever to turn these changes to their advantage. But capitalizing on disruption and unleashing new growth potential requires more than just new technology. It requires strong leadership, laser focus, a willingness to collaborate with third-party solution providers and a commitment to customer centricity. We have DeAndre Jones, EVP, Chief Client Officer & Head of Client Experience at FIS on the Banking Transformed podcast. We dive into the ways in which technology and digital solutions are revolutionizing the banking sector, ultimately creating better experiences for customers. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS  How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report  FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.  

Creating a separate digital-only bank by a legacy financial institution is an opportunity to build a new, high-growth business that leverages the parent’s capabilities, brand and capital. The challenge is moving from a rapid initial growth phase to delivering sustainable returns, without being challenged by a legacy mindset or outdated back-office. Jenius Bank, the new digital-only banking division of California-based Manufacturers Bank, and wholly-owned subsidiary of the 400 year-old Japan-based SMBC Group, has just announced the launch of its inaugural consumer lending product. I am excited to have long-time banking veteran, John Rosenfeld, president of Jenius Bank on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss what will differentiate Jenius Bank and why John believes this new digital bank will succeed where others have failed.

Many financial insrtitutions are stuck with digital transformations that are not moving the needle. In the new book, “Rewired: The McKinsey Guide to Outcompeting in the Age of Digital and AI” the authors found that long-term success comes when leaders embrace change around their talent, operating model, technology, and data capabilities. So, what can the banking industry learn from this detailed ‘how-to book’? How can financial institutions of all sizes continually create great customer experiences, lower costs, and build value? We have Eric Lamarre, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company and one of the authors of the book, “Rewired: The McKinsey Guide to Outcompeting in the Age of Digital and AI” on the Banking Transformed podcast. He shares some of the key findings in the book and what banks must do today to become future-ready.

Being a leader in today’s banking ecosystem can be challenging when everything around us is changing so fast. The ability to pivot, be flexible and continuously evolve is a key to success. These challenges are heightened when a leader is a female in an industry historically dominated by males. The balancing of work with the pressures of home and raising a family can change the path to success. But, the path is not impossible if there is focus, commitment to learning, and empathy for coworkers and peers around us. I am thrilled to have Amnah Ajmal, Mastercard’s EVP of Market Development for Eastern European, Middle Eastern and African markets on the Banking Transformed podcast. She shares her leadership journey across multiple continents and why continuous learning is the key to becoming more future-ready.

Companies with engaged employees experience lower turnover, higher productivity, improved communication and collaboration, enhanced customer service and increased sales. According to research, an increased focus on employee experience can increase revenue and profits by more than 50 percent. This is why 84% of executives rate employee experience (EX) as important to delivering a better customer experience (CX), according to Deloitte. Unfortunately, less than 10% of firms say they are ready to actively improve employee experiences. I am excited to have Tiffani Bova, the global customer growth and innovation evangelist at Salesforce, and the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of the new book ‘The Experience Mindset’ on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss why organizations need a new operating mentality that takes into account the needs and preferences of both customers and employees with every decision made. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

The banking industry is undergoing a transformation as changing customer expectations and disruption from non-traditional financial players force traditional banks to rethink their value propositions. One growing business model is banking as a service (BaaS) — a partnership in which banks and credit unions leverage their charters to enable non-banking institutions to offer financial services directly to their customers. According to recent studies, BaaS is expected to reach $7 trillion in value by 2030. I am excited to have Jason Mikula, one of the foremost authorities on the banking and fintech marketplace on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss how banks can unlock new business opportunities and add value and why BaaS has the potential to transform financial services. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Money 20/20 offers an amazing view into the future of banking and fintech with hundreds of participating organizations and thousands of attendees from across the globe. It was clear from the outset that embedded finance was a key theme this year. Embedded finance offers banks and nonfinancial organizations the ability to provide a frictionless experience built within a customer’s daily life. More than ever, banks need a strategy to unlock the vast potential of embedded finance. I am excited to have Christoffer Malmer, head of SEB Embedded and Pal Krogdahl, CTO for IBM Core Banking and Payments on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss how Swedish banking giant SEB reorganized its tech and innovation operations to become a leader in the embedded finance space. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by IBM IBM delivers technology and industry expertise to the global financial services industry through its infrastructure offering, software portfolio and consulting services. As a trusted partner to banks, insurers, asset managers and other financial institutions around the world, IBM enables modernization and digital transformation of the world’s mission-critical businesses. IBM is a leading provider of enterprise AI and hybrid cloud architecture to banks and insurers and leads a robust ecosystem of fintech partners serving financial institutions. For more information, visit https://www.ibm.com/industries/financial-services

Gone are the days of ultra-low interest rates when generating deposits and making loans was easy. Today, small and mid-sized financial institutions are battling for retail deposits after recent bank failures spurred a massive exodus of funds to larger players. In fact, a report by S&P Global Market Intelligence noted that several hundred banking institutions, including a handful of large ones, are paying over 4% and even as much as 5% on certificates of deposit amid a general increase in reliance on CDs and increasing thirst for deposits. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Adam Stockton, Managing Director of Retail Deposits at Curinos. We discuss the importance of building stronger connections between consumers’ deposit and credit needs and rethinking the way organizations build relationships in the future. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

The 2023 Retail Banking Trends and Priorities found that 60% of financial institutions are meeting the digital banking needs of customers through collaboration with fintech firms and other third-party solution providers. How are these collaborations increasing the speed and scale of innovation, resetting business models and making traditional financial services organizations more future-ready? I am excited to have Claire Calmejane, Chief Innovation Officer at Societe Generale and Thad Vorozilchak, Vice President, Banking and Financial Markets from IBM on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss how financial institutions are disrupting legacy banking with new ideas and technological advances. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by IBM IBM delivers technology and industry expertise to the global financial services industry through its infrastructure offering, software portfolio and consulting services. As a trusted partner to banks, insurers, asset managers and other financial institutions around the world, IBM enables modernization and digital transformation of the world’s mission-critical businesses. IBM is a leading provider of enterprise AI and hybrid cloud architecture to banks and insurers and leads a robust ecosystem of fintech partners serving financial institutions. For more information, visit https://www.ibm.com/industries/financial-services

Fueled by the growth of plug-and-play banking infrastructure, startup niche banks have emerged that cater to a varied assortment of segments, including specific nationalities and genders, income and age stratifications, occupations and hobbies and even personal values. The majority of these start-ups have a licensed sponsor bank as well as a digital banking offering specific products that consumers (or businesses) can't get elsewhere. The challenge is how to differentiate, achieve scale, fund marketing and acquisition and build loyalty beyond the debit card. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Alex Johnson, founder of Fintech Takes. We discuss the future of niche financial institutions where funding has become more difficult and scalability continues to be elusive. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

The global wearable device market is expected to reach $62.82 billion by 2025. Wearable technology holds potential to revolutionize the way people interact with their financial institution, healthcare provider, and corner retailer leveraging wearable devices from smart watches, to fitness trackers, to apparel. More than ever, wearable devices can create seamless payment experiences while also providing unequaled authentication around digital identity and unique branding opportunities. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is David Birch, international speaker, author and advisor to the financial services industry. We discuss how wearable technology can be a major differentiator for both payments and digital authentication in the future. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Our expectations of what a bank is, and customers will engage with financial services has changed immensely over the past several years. And that change will only happen faster in the future. It’s indisputable that technology has been the driving force behind this change. As the industry gets ready for Money 2020 in Amsterdam, it good to assess how technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, the blockchain, cloud computing, IoT, robotics and biometrics are reshaping banking, enhancing customer experiences, and paving the way for new banking business models. I am excited to have John Duigenan, General Manager, Financial Services and IBM Distinguished Engineer, IBM Technology on the Banking Transformed podcast. We will be discussing how technologies like AI will impact the future of banking, and how banks must become future ready. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by IBM IBM delivers technology and industry expertise to the global financial services industry through its infrastructure offering, software portfolio and consulting services. As a trusted partner to banks, insurers, asset managers and other financial institutions around the world, IBM enables modernization and digital transformation of the world’s mission-critical businesses. IBM is a leading provider of enterprise AI and hybrid cloud architecture to banks and insurers and leads a robust ecosystem of fintech partners serving financial institutions. For more information, visit https://www.ibm.com/industries/financial-services

Technological advances, regulatory changes, and rising consumer expectations have led to a tidal wave of challenges for the financial marketer. While most marketers focus on the technology to drive results, research shows that a change in legacy mindset is far more important. The foundation to drive growth in today’s competitive and cultural landscape is a playbook that will help you: • Build a brand that drives loyalty and advocacy, • Stand out with breakthrough content and campaigns, • Develop a better understanding of what works and what doesn’t, • Drive more efficiency from your paid media budget, • Foster an entrepreneurial culture in your team to move faster and stay on top of change. We are very fortunate to be rejoined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Eric Fulwiler, co-founder and CEO of the marketing consultancy, Rival on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss what drives the growth of successful fintech and banking brands and where a financial marketer should start. Download the Fintech Playbook here. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

The future of banking is being driven by advancements in technology, changing customer preferences, new collaborations, and increasing regulatory requirements. Change is happening every day … and it is more difficult than ever to keep pace. As the industry gets ready for Money 2020 in Amsterdam, it is important to look at where the industry is today and where it will likely be in the near and more distant future. I am excited to have Shanker Ramamurthy, Global Managing Partner Banking & Financial Markets, IBM Consulting on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss the massive changes occurring in financial services and what can be expected in the future. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by IBM IBM delivers technology and industry expertise to the global financial services industry through its infrastructure offering, software portfolio and consulting services. As a trusted partner to banks, insurers, asset managers and other financial institutions around the world, IBM enables modernization and digital transformation of the world’s mission-critical businesses. IBM is a leading provider of enterprise AI and hybrid cloud architecture to banks and insurers and leads a robust ecosystem of fintech partners serving financial institutions. For more information, visit https://www.ibm.com/industries/financial-services

Customers want their financial institutions to know them, understand them and reward them based on their unique financial situation. Displaying this level of empathy is difficult if transactional data remains in silos. The aggregation of data to generate insights is only half the battle for financial institutions, though. Banks and credit unions must go beyond using data to create great reports to supporting exceptional customer experiences and engagement – the final mile in the customer journey. I am excited to have Ed Maslaveckas, CEO of Bud Financial on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss the firm's expansion into the US and how financial institutions of all sizes are leveraging data, insights, personalization, open banking and BaaS as strategic differentiators. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

As part of the digital transformation process occurring at financial institutions, CFOs must increasingly leverage technology and data analytics to become strategic partners to leaders across the organization, driving organizational success. Beyond optimizing financial performance and streamlining operations, finance operations can now play an instrumental role in the innovation process, sustainability reporting and identifying new growth opportunities. I am excited to have Monica Proothi, Partner and Global Finance Transformation Lead for IBM Consulting on the Banking Transformed podcast. We discuss how the finance function has evolved from reactionary, transactional work to value-generating roles and strategic engagement. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by IBM IBM delivers technology and industry expertise to the global financial services industry through its infrastructure offering, software portfolio and consulting services. As a trusted partner to banks, insurers, asset managers and other financial institutions around the world, IBM enables modernization and digital transformation of the world’s mission-critical businesses. IBM is a leading provider of enterprise AI and hybrid cloud architecture to banks and insurers and leads a robust ecosystem of fintech partners serving financial institutions. For more information, visit https://www.ibm.com/industries/financial-services

A digital-first account opening and onboarding platform is becoming increasingly important in banking, as customers increasingly expect a seamless, digital experience when opening and managing bank accounts. A fully integrated digital platform streamlines processes, reducing the risk of errors, improving compliance, and increasing the ability to offer personalized products and services. For customers, a digital-first approach provides convenience, speed, and the ability to open and manage accounts from anywhere, at any time. We are very fortunate to have Cindy Blackstone, Chief Retail Officer for Southside Bank on the Banking Transformed podcast. She will discuss how a digital-first platform has resulted in a superior customer experience, reduced costs, and driven growth in a highly competitive marketplace. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by NCR Terafina NCR Terafina provides digital onboarding and omnichannel sales solutions that are simple and secure to banks and credit unions. Terafina’s omnichannel sales platform is a multichannel product suite with the broadest spectrum of products, including consumer deposits and lending, real estate, small business deposits and lending, commercial deposits, and cryptocurrency account opening—across digital, branch, and call center channels. https://terafina.com/

More than ever, financial institutions are expected to know what account holders need even before they do. Using relationship history, transaction data, and even insights from outside the bank, customers want you to know them, understand them and reward them. Combining historical account ownership history with real-time transaction data can provide a great predictor of what account holders are going to do next. The key is to keep account holder data safe, while providing a value-add with each engagement. We have Deep Varma, Chief Technology Officer from Alkami on the Banking Transformed podcast. Deep shares how modern technology can enable a next-generation sales and service platform that increases revenue and lowers costs for financial institutions. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Alkami Alkami Technology, Inc. is a leading cloud-based digital banking solutions provider for financial institutions in the United States that enables clients to grow confidently, adapt quickly and build thriving digital communities. Alkami helps clients transform through retail and business banking, digital account opening and digital loan origination, payment fraud prevention, and data analytics and engagement solutions. To learn more, visit www.alkami.com.

We are in uncharted territory with today’s economic uncertainty. Customers are concerned about the safety of their bank and credit union and don’t know where to turn. Open and honest communication is only the start as the bank crisis continues to unfold. Financial institutions must provide resources and answers in real-time that help customers and employees ease their stress and help your brand become a trustworthy advisor during a time of need. This can ensure customer loyalty — and potentially even attract new customers. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Steven Ramirez, CEO of Beyond the Arc. He shares what financial institutions should say and share, and how they should communicate during these tumultuous times. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

With the increasing popularity of digital marketing, many financial institutions have shifted their focus away from direct mail. But is that a mistake? Some believe a well-designed and targeted direct mail campaign be a secret weapon in your marketing arsenal. At a time when banks and credit unions are looking to break through the marketing message clutter, The Data & Marketing Association revealed direct mail may be the most effective marketing channel to drive engagement and ROI. We are fortunate to have Dave Fink, CEO & Co-founder at Postie on the Banking Transformed podcast. Dave shares how direct mail can turbocharge your marketing campaigns, how to leverage modern technology for traditional channels, and why multichannel campaigns perform the best.

71% of Gen Z and 72% of Millennials say there are financial topics they want trustworthy advice on but aren't sure how to get it. At the same time, the top barrier preventing Americans from seeking financial advice from a professional financial planner is the belief that they don't have enough money to hire one. The good news is that these generations are more open to meet with their financial planners via digital channels. Many Millennials prefer not to meet in person or over the phone. Rather, they prefer communicating through text messages, videos or audio messages. The challenge is that they also want a highly personalized financial plan based on their goals. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Jessica Chen Riolfi, Co-Founder and CEO at Uprise. She shares how Uprise has leveraged data, AI algorithms, and human expertise to provide the potential for optimal financial outcomes.

Expectations about what makes a great customer experience (CX) are rising faster than most organizations can keep up with — and consumers aren't afraid to walk away when their needs aren't met. The good news is that most organizations understand the gap that exists between expectations and delivery and are investing more to increase engagement. We have David Porter, Managing Director of Financial Services at Genesys on the Banking Transformed podcast. David discusses how innovative organizations are redefining what's possible using digital technologies and artificial intelligence (AI).

With the possibility of a recession, financial institutions of all sizes may be considering a delay or cut in technology spending. As seen by recent challenges at Southwest Airlines, falling behind in technology capabilities can create enormous costs in the short-term and in the future. According to Forrester, firms pursuing technology-driven innovation grow three to four times faster than industry averages. Just as importantly, new technologies can reduce the cost of doing business, improve customer and employee experiences, and provide a long-term competitive advantage. I am excited to have Maureen Doyle-Spare, general manager at the digital transformation consulting firm UST on the Banking Transformed podcast. We will be discussing how the pursuit of technology investments regardless of the economy will ensure financial institutions will be future-ready.

Every financial institution is adapting and adjusting to compete in the realities of an ever-changing digital world. It is time to re-imagine how applications are delivered, how data is leveraged, and how to create immersive experiences to meet the needs of today’s customers. The right strategy is to shift to a hybrid environment that leverages the key resources already in place, but combining those resources with one or more solution providers, to create a robust network that is future-ready. We are very fortunate to have Roji Oommen, Managing Director, Financial Services at Lumen Technologies on the Banking Transformed podcast. He discusses how a platform mindset enables a best-execution strategy for delivering financial services now and into the future.  This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by Lumen Lumen’s mission is to deliver amazing customer experiences with networking, cloud and security solutions that power next-gen business applications. We aim to democratize complex and cutting-edge technologies and deliver simple solutions, so our customers can focus on innovation, not their IT. Learn more about Lumen’s capabilities for financial services at www.lumen.com/financial-services. Lumen and Lumen Technologies are registered trademarks in the United States.

To retain market share amid stiff competition, the banking industry has to adapt to changing customer preferences and embrace digital transformation. This includes investing in new technologies, improving operational efficiency, and partnering with third party providers that can help innovation at speed and scale. To become future-ready, financial institutions need to support customer journeys from the inside-out, enabling the connection with external brands, and delivering contextual solutions in real-time supported by data and analytics. We have David Feuer, Chief Product Officer at Galileo on the Banking Transformed show. David shares why building an end-to-end digital platform solution is the key to digital banking transformation success. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Galileo Galileo is creating the only end-to-end vertically integrated banking technology stack, from user interface development capabilities to a customizable multi-product banking core and ledger with fully integrated processing and card issuing. The Cyberbank platform isa best-in-class financial technology platform that reinvents how people connect with their money through exceptional digital-first experiences. For more information visit www.galileo-ft.com

Banks and credit unions understand the need to innovate, but finding the perfect partners to collaborate with can be a challenge with a marketplace that has tens of thousands of potential third-party providers. So, how can a financial institution find the best provider that aligns with their unique needs, growth ambitions, and internal culture in an ever-changing digital landscape? More importantly, how can a financial institution understand how well third-party providers will implement solutions at speed and scale? We have Patrick Sells, co-founder of True Digital Group on the Banking Transformed podcast. Patrick discusses a new platform where financial institutions can easily understand all marketplace offerings and connect with peers and providers for a better innovation experience. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

To ‘wow’ customers across their financial journey, you must know them, understand them and be able to proactively anticipate and deliver solutions. This requires taking an event-driven approach to offer contextual engagement and experiences. Today, banks and credit unions are ditching siloed, departmental frameworks and, instead, are connecting people + processes + technology across the organization with a collaborative approach that puts insights into action … for the customer’s benefit. I am excited to have Darryl Knopp, Senior Director of portfolio marketing at FICO on the Banking Transformed podcast. Darryl discusses the current state of personalization in banking and how organizations can use applied intelligence systems to improve experiences, engagement and loyalty. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by FICO FICO powers decisions that help people and businesses around the world prosper. Founded in 1956, the global analytics software firm is a pioneer in the use of predictive analytics and data science to improve operational decisions. For more information visit fico.com

In September of 2020, we interviewed Colin Walsh just after Varo became the first challenger bank to receive a national bank charter. So much has happened in banking and the economy over the past two years and especially since the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, impacting both traditional and non-traditional financial institutions. After a major funding round last year, Varo made a number of major changes to respond to competitive and marketplace challenges, including a reduction in marketing expenses and staff, a refocus on product innovation, and a focus on existing customer engagement. We revisit Colin Walsh, founder and CEO of Varo on the Banking Transformed podcast. In this episode, Walsh discusses the opportunities and challenges Varo has faced, and provides insight into the future of Varo and neobanks in a world disrupted by the recent events at Silicon Valley Bank. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

While every financial institution talks about digital transformation, the process is never easy. Melding modern solutions with legacy processes requires focus, commitment, and the support of people across the entire organization. Research by the Digital Banking Report finds that digital transformation is the most difficult at organizations with assets from $50B - $500B. This is often due to legacy leadership that finds change to be more difficult than anticipated and a financial commitment that is tough to commit to. We have Melissa Stevens, EVP and Chief Marketing Officer at Fifth Third Bank on the Banking Transformed podcast. Melissa shares the digital transformation journey at Fifth Third and the lessons learned along the way. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Financial institutions of all sizes are reinventing themselves by digitally transforming every part of their business with technology, data, automation, and AI. They are breaking down internal silos and connecting functions and data across the value chain — creating new ways of operating and serving customers and their people. Leading banks recognize they need to accelerate change — not only to compete but to find new paths to growth. I am excited to have Michael Abbott, senior managing director and global banking lead for Accenture back on the Banking Transformed podcast. We will be discussing how banks and credit unions are disrupting existing paradigms and rethinking their paths going forward. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

The economy has been top of mind for consumers throughout 2022 and into 2023. In a survey by PSCU, nearly nine in ten consumers stated they were worried about the economic outlook, while three-quarters also reported they were concerned about their personal finances. In response to economic uncertainty, consumers want choice and variety when making purchases and transacting. In fact, most consumers said they are using a greater variety of payment methods than they did a few years ago, including digital payment options. We have Tom Pierce, CMO of PSCU on the Banking Transformed podcast. He shares the results of the most recent Eye on Payments study done by PSCU and provides insights into how financial institutions can better serve members and customers. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by PSCU Through this annual research, discover how PSCU explores the factors that influence consumers when it comes to their choice and usage of different payment methods, how these factors may vary among different life stages and economic events, and how credit unions can better serve their members and optimize their offerings to adapt to these evolving preferences and needs – both now and in the future.  Visit www.pscu.com/eye-on-payments for more information.

Customers are more likely to engage with their bank or credit union if contacted in a timely manner on their preferred communications platform. More than ever, these channels are highly personalized digital options. Be it text, video, audio, secure chat, or social messaging, consumers want their financial institution to stay connected with them at every point of their financial journey. The challenge for financial institutions is how to implement a digital communication strategy that is secure and compliant. We have Ashish Garg, Co-Founder and CEO of Eltropy on the Banking Transformed show today. Ashish discusses the many ways that financial institutions have used digital messaging to improve engagement and revenue opportunities. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by Eltropy Eltropy is the leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs). Its AI-driven communications tools empower CFIs to communicate, automate, improve operations and engagement, and increase productivity across the institution. Using Eltropy’s platform, CFIs can connect with their consumers anytime, anywhere via Text, Video, Secure Chat, co-browsing, screen sharing, and chatbot technology. Visit www.eltropy.com for more information.

Banking will never return to the way things were done in the past. Continuous disruption is the new norm. The mission is to become more resilient and to benefit from the change that surrounds us. How can banks and credit unions navigate the intentional evolution of financial services while continuing the existing execution of engagement with customers? In other words, creating new business models from within what already exists. I am excited to have Brant Cooper, author of the book, ‘Disruption Proof’ on the Banking Transformed podcast. He will discuss the 5 elements required for organizations to be able to deal with accelerated change today and in the future. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

To thrive in the new digital banking environment, financial institutions need to rearticulate their value proposition, simultaneously simplifying and upgrading back-office processes and the customer experience while creating value through data and analytics. To deliver a market-leading value proposition, banks will need to work like a tech company, with leadership embracing change and acting promptly to take advantage of market opportunities that provide differentiation. We are very fortunate to have Doug Brown, President of NCR Digital Banking and Doug Peacock, SVP of Digital Delivery at Associated Bank on the Banking Transformed podcast. They discuss what is required to digitally transform a mid-asset bank and how to prioritize during times of economic uncertainty. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by NCR NCR, a global technology leader, is the largest non-core digital banking provider. We help financial institutions gain efficiencies and provide personalized, seamless experiences for consumers and businesses—all on a single platform. Our digital-first banking solutions are trusted by over 600 banks and credit union. With our portfolio of industry-leading solutions, open architecture, and on-demand tools, financial institutions gain the power to differentiate and tailor their offerings. Visit www.ncr.com/banking for more information.

The banking industry, while steeped in tradition, is far from predictable. More than ever, marketplace changes are impacting what financial institutions deliver and how solutions are delivered. Unfortunately, not all legacy bankers have kept pace with the changes in the marketplace … either by choice or because their organization has failed to keep up. Without a challenger mindset and a willingness to accept change, take risks and disrupt status quo, bankers like us will be left behind. I am so excited to have Leda Glyptis PhD, chief client officer at 10x Banking back on the Banking Transformed podcast. She will discuss her amazing new book entitled, Bankers Like Us, which chronicles her journey, observations and recommendations for an industry being disrupted. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Credit cards are one of the primary foundations for credit relationships at many financial institutions, accounting for 37% of consumer purchases by dollar value in 2021. But the marketplace is changing, as usage patterns evolve due to economic conditions and new credit alternatives. To continue to grow credit card relationships, banks and credit unions must reimagine their products to meet consumer needs, using deeper data insights to to reach specific segments, drive engagement, and rethink card economics. We have Josh Turnbull and Craig LaChapelle from TransUnion on the Banking Transformed podcast. They share the current state of the credit card marketplace and how financial institutions can better prepare for the credit customer of the future. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by TransUnion As part of a global information and insights company, the TransUnion Card and Banking business supports over 5,000 financial institutions in the US — from the largest card issuers and retail banks to community-based institutions and technology-driven card issuers — providing actionable data and insights to help them better compete and succeed in an ever-changing environment. For more information visit https://www.transunion.com/extracreditpod

ChatGPT has taken over the news cycle since launching at the end of November of 2022. Its AI version of human conversation has created optimism and debate around the opportunities and risks associated with this technology. The question is, how can conversational AI impact banking as we know it, from an operational and customer experience perspective? What is the scope of this change and what are the challenges? I am excited to have Charles Morris, Chief Data Scientist for Financial Services at Microsoft on the Banking Transformed podcast. We will be discussing how banks and credit unions can leverage the power of ChatGPT and conversational AI in the future. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Consumer behavior is changing faster than ever. The impact of the pandemic, technological advancements, a greater awareness of environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues and an uncertain economy are influencing financial wellness and buying decisions. More than ever, banks and credit unions are wondering how they can better shape consumer demand and drive engagement and loyalty as consumers are increasingly diversifying their financial relationships. We are very fortunate to have PwC Partners Greta Lovenheim & Brian Morris on the Banking Transformed podcast. Greta and Brian discuss the results of the PwC Customer Loyalty Survey and share how banks can strengthen relationships, increase customer lifetime value, and reduce the likelihood of attrition. Follow us on YouTube to view the video versions of these interviews: youtube.com/c/BankingTransformedPodcast. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by PwC Customer Link unifies your data with PwC’s third party data to build a 360 degree view of your customers. Create better, more personalized experiences with unmatched customer data you can’t get from just any platform. With a real-time view of your data and call-to-action triggers, you can quickly act on what you learn and feel more confident in the decisions you make. For more information visit https://www.pwc.com/us/en/prod...

An uncertain economy, combined with technological advances, increased customer expectations, and new competition will force banks to reimagine business models and rethink how financial services are delivered. More than ever, banks and credit unions must find ways to meet customer’s individual needs at speed and scale. Continuous digital transformation is required across entire organizations. I am excited to have my friend, Ron Shevlin, Chief Research Officer at Cornerstone Advisors and Senior Contributor to Forbes on the Banking Transformed podcast. We will be discussing how banks and credit unions must respond to the major opportunities and threats facing financial institutions today. Follow us on YouTube to view the video versions of these interviews: youtube.com/c/BankingTransformedPodcast. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Digital banking transformation involves integrating digital technology with data and analytics to enhance customer experiences, drive growth and make an organization more future-ready. Building improved customer experiences and greater engagement involves more than just the customer service area and IT. It must involve the entire organization including the back-end of the business process. The entire company must provide seamless digital customer experiences. We are very fortunate to have Stephen Bohanon, the founder of Alkami Technology on the Banking Transformed Podcast. Stephen discusses how organizations of all sizes need to leverage modern technology and customer insights to stand out in an increasingly competitive marketplace. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Alkami Alkami Technology, Inc. is a leading cloud-based digital banking solutions provider for financial institutions in the United States that enables clients to grow confidently, adapt quickly and build thriving digital communities. Alkami helps clients transform through retail and business banking, digital account opening and digital loan origination, payment fraud prevention, and data analytics and engagement solutions. To learn more, visit www.alkami.com.

According to MIT, the biggest challenges to the innovation process include a lack of an innovation culture, fear of change, lack of ownership and vision, inadequate benchmarking and even impatience. Unfortunately, there is no magic bullet or secret formula that can guarantee innovation success. But there are ways to make the odds of success greater. And it is not just new technology or a higher level of investment. I am excited to have Steve Monaghan on the Banking Transformed podcast. Steve's experience includes leading the innovation teams at several bank and non-bank organizations, including DBS Bank and Dell. In this episode, Steve discusses why banking innovation lags many other industries and what can be done to change this paradigm. Follow us on YouTube to view the video versions of these interviews: youtube.com/c/BankingTransformedPodcast. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Over three-quarters of consumers said that receiving personalized communications was a key factor in prompting their consideration of a brand, and 78 percent said such content made them more likely to repurchase. But simply putting a name on an email or targeting a sales message based on recent purchases is no longer enough. Financial institutions, and customers, want to engage in a way that exhibits empathy, is timely and contextual, and most of all, creates a value exchange. We are very fortunate to have John Thomas of Relay Network back on the Banking Transformed podcast. John discusses why companies that excel at creating customer engagement generate faster rates of revenue growth than their peers. Follow us on YouTube to view the video versions of these interviews: youtube.com/c/BankingTransformedPodcast.  This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by Relay Network Relay Network is the innovator of SaaS feed technology, with over 10 years of experience helping companies more meaningfully engage with the people they serve. Using Relay Feeds, banks and credit unions are deepening their relationships with their customers. Relay’s goal is to help businesses maximize the value of the relationships they’ve cultivated. ​ For more information visit https://www.relaynetwork.com/onboarding-fs/

The increased digitalization of finance has resulted in massive transformations and disruptions across the industry. Opportunities have emerged from these trends like the use of AI to drive personalization, decentralized finance, embedded banking, and increased collaborations between fintech firms and legacy banks. Driven by the increase of consumers with access to more technology, the pace of change is increasing, with innovation at the forefront and existing business models being challenged. I am excited to have my friend, Ali Paterson, editor-in-chief and publisher of Fintech Finance Magazine on the Banking Transformed podcast. He will discuss the top financial sector trends for 2023 and share ways organizations must become future-ready. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Improving the customer experience (CX) is at the foundation of the majority of digital banking transformation efforts. Financial institutions need to deliver a fast, safe, and consistent banking experience in both physical and digital engagements. Delivering a future-ready digital banking experience requires data, analytics, modern technology, and a leadership and cultural paradigm shift that enables the reimagining of legacy business models. We are very fortunate to have Courtney Rowan, VP of Digital Experience at Citadel Credit Union on the Banking Transformed podcast. Courtney discusses how Citadel did not slow the digital banking transformation process post-pandemic, but partnered with solution providers to rethink the delivery of financial services.  This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by NCR Terafina NCR Terafina provides digital onboarding and omnichannel sales solutions that are simple and secure to banks and credit unions. Terafina’s omnichannel sales platform is a multichannel product suite with the broadest spectrum of products, including consumer deposits and lending, real estate, small business deposits and lending, commercial deposits, and cryptocurrency account opening—across digital, branch, and call center channels. https://terafina.com/

Open banking has become a major driver of digital transformation across the financial sector, revolutionizing payments, lending, investments, and transactional ecosystems almost overnight. But the full potential of APIs and open banking have yet to be realized. Will 2023 be the watershed year for open finance in the U.S. and globally, or will regulation slow the innovation process? We have Ritesh Jain, Fintech founder and advisor and previous CTO of HSBC on the Banking Transformed podcast. Ritesh shares his perspective on the growth of APIs and open banking he expects in 2023 and where opportunities still exist. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle. mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

Financial institutions of all sizes must stay focused on providing and improving digital services or they risk getting left behind. The good news is that smaller banks are already experts at relationships and can leverage this expertise and the trust they have earned in a digital world. The questions become where should investments be made and how can a mid-sized bank ‘punch above their weight’ competing with larger banks, fintech firms and big tech competition? We have Laura Merling, Chief Transformation and Operations Officer at Arvest Bank on the Banking Transformed podcast. Laura shares the steps that are needed for banks of all sizes to remain relevant in a digital banking ecosystem. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Modern workplace technologies are a primary driver of digital transformation in the banking industry, creating immense opportunities for improved experiences for employees and the customer. With increased competition from fintech and big tech firms, what are the most important workplace technologies that will transform banking services and making banks and credit unions more future-ready? I am excited to have Leo Brito, EVP Workforce Experience and Productivity Solutions at Wells Fargo on the Banking Transformed podcast. Leo shares why financial institutions must prioritize workplace technology investments in 2023. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS How do you find your feet on ground that’s constantly shifting? You have to read The Global Innovation Report from our partners at FIS. From embedded finance and ESG to crypto, decentralized finance and the metaverse, FIS pinpoints the trends you need to watch – and explains how innovation can give you an advantage, in good times and bad. Discover how the latest innovations could affect your business. Explore the research today by visiting www.fisglobal.com/global-innovation-report FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Many banks focus on the technology needed to digitally transform their organization. But technology is only part of the equation. To be successful, leadership must manage internal and external expectations to improve both employee and customer expectations. Being named one of the most powerful women in banking several times, Amy Brady, the CIO of KeyBank, has leveraged her extensive career to build innovative solutions and end-to-end digital experiences at a time of massive change, increasing competition and unique challenges. We are very fortunate to have Amy Brady of KeyBank on the Banking Transformed podcast. Amy discusses how she manages more than 5,000 individuals cohesively, competing against much larger financial institutions and more nimble tech organizations.

While many digital banking initiatives revolve around making banking easier, that only scratches the surface on how to make digital banking better. Consumers want more than simple transactions … they want personalized solutions. Combining market leading innovation with digital banking transformation, U.S. Bank is working hard to build solutions that can quickly adjust to consumer’s evolving needs in real time. But building a digital banking platform that combines speed and scale is not easy. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Dom Venturo, Senior EVP and the Chief Digital Officer of U.S. Bancorp. Dom discusses how US Bank is building a digital bank of the future and the trends and priorities he sees in the marketplace.

More than ever, branch networks must be rightsized and optimized. With data and analytics, banks and credit unions can determine the right mix of flagships, self-service locations, and everything in between. The objective is to enhance the organization's brand, creating better banking experiences that strengthen people and communities. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Gina Bleedorn, Chief Experience Officer at Adrenaline. Gina shares the keys to future-ready branch distribution models that include new formats and functions driven by data and analytics.

The banking industry is facing an onslaught of competitive pressures — from revenues and profit margins to market share and adoption rates. Banking executives have been forced to reevaluate long held assumptions as they completely rethink their acquisition and growth strategies. What is needed to attract, engage, and expand relationships? How can banks and credit unions rethink their current operating model from the inside-out to become future-ready? My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Jeffery Kendall, CEO/Founder at Nymbus. Jeffery discusses strategies financial institutions should consider as we enter a new age of digital banking. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS Discover Worldpay for Platforms, a payments platform that puts you in control and puts your software customers first. This all-in-one payment facilitation platform offers more than just embedded payments. With Worldpay for Platforms, take advantage of a full set of solutions including professional, managed, and advisory services to enhance your business. Make your software even better with a solution that easily integrates and adapts to your needs, helping you create experiences beyond payments. Visit FISglobal.com/WorldpayPlatforms to learn more.

Fintech has transformed the financial sector landscape rapidly and has blured the boundaries of both financial firms and the financial sector. This has created opportunities to build more inclusive and efficient financial services and promote economic development worldwide. Countries must embrace the opportunities that fintech firms provide and the potential for collaboration between fintechs and traditional banks. That said, there is still a need for new policies that encourage safe financial innovation and adoption. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Jeremy Quainoo, Country Operations Director at JUMO. Jeremy discusses the opportunities and challenges facing fintech firms globally and how marketplaces must evolve in the future. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS Discover Worldpay for Platforms, a payments platform that puts you in control and puts your software customers first. This all-in-one payment facilitation platform offers more than just embedded payments. With Worldpay for Platforms, take advantage of a full set of solutions including professional, managed, and advisory services to enhance your business. Make your software even better with a solution that easily integrates and adapts to your needs, helping you create experiences beyond payments. Visit FISglobal.com/WorldpayPlatforms to learn more.

As one of the early digital banking leaders, Ally has leveraged product innovation and highly relevant marketing campaigns to drive awareness and growth. Focusing on being an ally to consumers in their financial journey, Ally has tried to differentiate itself from traditional banks and credit unions. Consistency of message and a commitment to incremental product improvements have proven to be a formula for success. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Andrea Brimmer, Chief Marketing and PR Officer at Ally Bank. Andrea shares how Ally is driven to become a primary partner when consumers look for help during difficult economic times and beyond. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS Discover Worldpay for Platforms, a payments platform that puts you in control and puts your software customers first. This all-in-one payment facilitation platform offers more than just embedded payments. With Worldpay for Platforms, take advantage of a full set of solutions including professional, managed, and advisory services to enhance your business. Make your software even better with a solution that easily integrates and adapts to your needs, helping you create experiences beyond payments. Visit FISglobal.com/WorldpayPlatforms to learn more.

Marketers and product teams spend heavily on acquiring a customer, only to churn them with a bad first experience. Fraud is becoming an increasing problem with customer experiences, with research finding that payment fraud increased by as much as 70% in 2021. More than ever, we need a new way of looking at fraud prevention, one which deeply inspects user behavior before, during, and after the time of purchase, helping move money fast and without risk, improving the overall customer experience. I am excited to have Simon Taylor and Soups Ranjan from Sardine on the Banking Transformed Podcast. We discuss why security and risk-management leaders need to focus on ROI, false positive rates, and customer experience to protect the entire payments process. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS Discover Worldpay for Platforms, a payments platform that puts you in control and puts your software customers first. This all-in-one payment facilitation platform offers more than just embedded payments. With Worldpay for Platforms, take advantage of a full set of solutions including professional, managed, and advisory services to enhance your business. Make your software even better with a solution that easily integrates and adapts to your needs, helping you create experiences beyond payments. Visit FISglobal.com/WorldpayPlatforms to learn more.

We continue to see the rise of digital commerce based on customer adoption of innovations like digital wallets, buy now pay later (BNPL), instant payments, and cryptocurrency. It is expected that the payments industry is primed for even more innovation over the next 5 years. The bottom line is investment in payments technology is needed more than ever to enable players to be more agile and future-ready, delivering faster speed and scale of innovation and greater revenue. Our guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Dan Hanks, VP - head of product development for lending at i2c Inc. He discusses the evolving opportunities and challenges available in today’s payments ecosystem. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by i2c i2c is a global provider of highly-configurable payment and banking solutions. Using i2c's proprietary "building block" technology, clients can easily create and manage a comprehensive set of solutions for credit, debit, prepaid, lending and more, quickly and cost-effectively. i2c delivers unparalleled flexibility, agility, security and reliability from a single global SaaS platform. Founded in 2001, and headquartered in Silicon Valley, i2c's next-generation technology supports millions of users in more than 200 countries/territories and across all time zones. For more information, visit www.i2cinc.com and follow us at @i2cinc.

In July of this year, Lindsey Johnson took the helm of the Consumer Bankers Association, replacing Richard Hunt, who had guided the organization for the previous 13 years. This is an important time for the CBA, as economic uncertainty, new legislative initiatives, the introduction of modern technologies, and a redefined structure of the financial services ecosystem are emerging. The challenges and opportunities are enormous. We are fortunate to have Lindsey Johnson, president and CEO of the Consumer Bankers Association (CBA) on the Banking Transformed podcast. In this episode, Johnson provides her perspectives for the future of retail banking and the CBA during a period of tremendous change. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS Discover Worldpay for Platforms, a payments platform that puts you in control and puts your software customers first. This all-in-one payment facilitation platform offers more than just embedded payments. With Worldpay for Platforms, take advantage of a full set of solutions including professional, managed, and advisory services to enhance your business. Make your software even better with a solution that easily integrates and adapts to your needs, helping you create experiences beyond payments. Visit FISglobal.com/WorldpayPlatforms to learn more.

Financial institutions must accelerate their use of data and insights to improve customer satisfaction. By harnessing the power of AI-based personalization, banks can deliver the most relevant information, advice, offers and products … at scale and in compliance. It’s time to understand what each customer wants and needs … providing contextual service instantly. It’s also time to democratize data to enhance experiences for both customers and employees. I am excited to have Devin Poole, Sr. Product Marketing Manager from Coveo on the Banking Transformed podcast. Devin shares how banks and credit unions Increase NPS while reducing costs … finding opportunities to increase revenue and grow customer loyalty. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by Coveo As a leader in applied AI, Coveo Relevance Cloud™ help financial institutions accelerate their digital transformations while prioritizing customer satisfaction. With the power of AI-based personalization, banks and insurers can deliver the most relevant information, advice, offers, and products — tailored to each client. For more information visit get.coveo.com/bankingtransformed

Finance is quickly moving from digital platforms into an era of hyper-personalization, where every user will have ultimate control over their data, their devices, and the value propositions created. This will have a profound effect on the entire banking ecosystem ... and society. Financial institutions are at risk if this transformation is not understood. With democratized finance, anyone can personalize every aspect of finance, including currencies and products created. I am excited to have Emmanuel Daniel, global thought leader, financial industry expert, and author of the book, The Great Transition: The Personalization of Finance is Here,” on the Banking Transformed podcast. Emmanuel shares how financial institutions will need to disrupt current business models to become future-ready. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS Discover Worldpay for Platforms, a payments platform that puts you in control and puts your software customers first. This all-in-one payment facilitation platform offers more than just embedded payments. With Worldpay for Platforms, take advantage of a full set of solutions including professional, managed, and advisory services to enhance your business. Make your software even better with a solution that easily integrates and adapts to your needs, helping you create experiences beyond payments. Visit FISglobal.com/WorldpayPlatforms to learn more.

Traditional banks and credit unions continue to face competition from challenger and online-only banks willing to offer higher yields for savings and deposits. However, now may be the perfect time to use market instability to build new banking relationships with innovative deposit and lending products. In addition, banks can leverage an understanding of consumer behaviors to detect deposit-pricing sensitivities and tailor promotional offers to reach consumers most at risk of attrition and those who may move relationships to your organization. We have Ryan Walker, Executive Strategist for Kasasa on the Banking Transformed podcast. Ryan shares how banks and credit unions target promotional deposit and loan offers to grow relationships without sacrificing profitability and margins. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by Kasasa As the Fed continues to raise rates, an account with a compelling rate may have many consumers rethinking where their loyalty lies. In this podcast, you’ll learn how community financial institutions have a unique opportunity to use the instability to establish new banking relationships now that ultimately lead to primary financial institution relationships — generating more non-interest income, and higher loan volumes. For more information visit https://www.kasasa.com/RisingRates

Chase, the digital banking app launched by JPMorgan, has reached one million UK customers after launching in September of last year with a 1% cashback deal and fee-free overseas card use. This growth exceeds the growth of both Monzo and Starling … two other UK neobanks. 10x Banking, the UK-based cloud-native banking technology business, created the platform that powered Chase’s entry into the UK retail banking market. The platform provided a scalable architecture that will allow Chase to expand its retail banking proposition in the UK and beyond. To discuss why a scalable core banking platform built on micro-services and APIs is the key to building a digital bank, we have Antony Jenkins, CEO and founder of 10x Banking on the Banking Transformed podcast.

Americans’ total credit card balance reached $887 billion in the second quarter of 2022, with close to a $50B jump since the first quarter of 2022. The 13% increase since 2021 is the largest year-over-year jump in more than 20 years. Unfortunately, most people with an active credit card account aren't able to pay their bills in full. At the same time, the average APR for all current credit card accounts jumped in the second quarter of 2022. How can consumers get control of their credit card debt? My guests on the Banking Transformed podcast are Frida Leibowitz and Rachel Lauren, cofounders of the habit-shifting rewards platform for debt payoff, Debbie. They share how Debbie challenges the status quo of how financial institutions can use incentives to drive higher engagement that leads to better financial outcomes.

Banks are making significant investments in their data and analytics initiatives. Unfortunately, most organizations struggle moving from the data preparation and analytics process to the “last mile” of data utilization, where insights are translated into process changes and customer outcomes that drive value. The last mile is where the focus moves from great reports to exceptional results. At this stage, the insights generated become part of improving internal processes and personalization that help decision making and improve customer experiences. We have Greg Spencer, Senior Sales Engineer at Segmint, an Alkami Company, on the Banking Transformed podcast. Greg shares how banks and credit unions must focus on ‘finishing strong’ as they leverage insights for improved results. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Segmint Segmint empowers financial institutions and financial technology providers to easily understand and leverage data, interact with customers, and measure results. Derived from billions of transactions, Segmint provides the fastest and most accurate customer insights through advanced data tagging, categorization, and contextualization. Our insights enable all functions of an organization to inform strategies including competitive analysis, risk, marketing, customer experience, and product innovation. Visit HERE to learn more about Segmint.

Launched shortly after the 2008 financial crash, Betterment pioneered robo-advisory services and opened the door for individuals to manage their money without the engagement of traditional financial advisors. Despite tremendous growth, a valuation of $1.3 billion in 2021, and a customer base of more than 700,000 customers, limited market potential and increased competition impacted the potential for long-term sustainable growth. This prompted Betterment to expand services offered and markets served. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Michael Reust, president of Betterment. Mike shares how Betterment is using a challenger mindset to future-proof earnings and growth.

The demand for fast, humanized digital engagement has reached new heights, and is changing the financial services landscape. More than ever, customers have switched from wanting to visit a branch to connecting with a human representative via digital channel. Financial Institutions that aren’t prepared to adapt to this new paradigm are at greater risk of losing both market share and the growth that these new channel engagement opportunities provide. I am excited to have Katherine Regnier, CEO of Coconut Software on the Banking Transformed podcast. Katherine shares how banks and credit unions can bridge the gap between digital and physical client experiences to create a seamless experience customers crave. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Coconut Software: Make navigating your digital and in-person channels a smoother process for customers, members, and staff. Coconut’s appointments, queuing, and video banking platform makes connecting with your institution a breeze. With Coconut’s self-serve tools, customers and members choose when and where they engage your team. Explore why 150+ financial institutions choose Coconut to transform their customers’ and members’ experience at coconutsoftware.com.  

In the past, consumers relied almost exclusively on legacy banking institutions for their financial interactions. Today, businesses across all industries have access to embedded banking products enabled by Open Banking policies and powered by Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) providers. Embedded financial services within the user journey makes the experience seamless for the user and unlocks revenue streams and analytics for businesses. The question becomes, what is the role of traditional banks in this new business model? My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Anthony Burton, SVP of connected banking, open finance, and embedded banking at Truist. Anthony shares how Truist is embracing this opportunity and how this will impact current and future customers. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS When customers need to pay, borrow, or invest, are you there? FIS believes the future of financial services delivery is giving customers what they want, whenever and wherever they are. SMB Embedded Finance enables Financial Institutions and Technology Companies to deliver critical financial services to small businesses at their point of need. Visit FISglobal.com to learn more.

An Aberdeen Research report shows that improving operational efficiencies is now taking a back seat to customer experience in back-office operations. This should not be a surprise, especially in financial services. Companies that create greater synergies between service and back-office are more successful at transforming their back-office into a strategic differentiator supporting their CX objectives. The question is, where do you start? I am excited to have Nicole Nevulis, Global Senior Director at Verint on the Banking Transformed podcast today. Nicole shares how banks and credit unions can transform the back-office to become a competitive differentiator for long-term customer service success. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Verint Verint® helps the world’s most iconic brands build enduring customer relationships by connecting work, data and experiences across the enterprise. We help financial institutions eliminate inefficiencies created by organizational and data silos and consistently deliver differentiated experiences at scale across every interaction. With Verint, brands can create One Workforce to best leverage their resources to deliver exceptional customer engagement. For more information visit https://www.verint.com/back-office-workforce-management/?redirect-rule=

Utah-based open finance solution provider MX Technologies has named several PayPal veterans to lead the firm’s next phase of growth. This growth will include the continuation of using data to deliver intelligent and personalized money experiences, while connecting technology partners to financial institutions with modern solutions that improve results. MX powers 85% of digital banking providers, as well as thousands of banks, credit unions, and fintech firms, with a combined reach of over 200 million consumers. Recorded at the MX Money Experience Summit, my guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Jim Magats, the CEO of MX. Jim shares how he and his team see MX moving forward, and the importance of data and insights as the foundation of the entire banking ecosystem. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Banks and credit unions are challenged to satisfy consumers with the traditional services they have used for decades, while also delivering the latest offerings that a growing portion of consumers desire. More than ever, consumers are willing to take their business to other financial institutions to find innovative products and services, with more consumers than ever willing to diversify their financial services partners to get what they want. We are very fortunate to have Kris Kovacs, president and CEO of Constellation Digital Partners on the Banking Transformed show. He discusses how financial institutions that deliver the innovations that best satisfy demand will reduce the likelihood that business will go to another FI or a FinTech. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS  When customers need to pay, borrow, or invest, are you there? FIS believes the future of financial services delivery is giving customers what they want, whenever and wherever they are. SMB Embedded Finance enables Financial Institutions and Technology Companies to deliver critical financial services to small businesses at their point of need.  Visit FISglobal.com to learn more.

Nearly two-thirds of consumers indicate they manage their financial relationships predominantly online or via their mobile device. In addition, nearly 70% of consumers feel faster payment capabilities from their current financial institution is an important driver of satisfaction. To address these expectations, the Federal Reserve Banks are developing FedNow to enable financial institutions of every size to provide safe and efficient instant payment services in real time, around the clock, every day of the year. We have Nick Stanescu, FedNow Business Executive, Federal Reserve Financial Services, on the Banking Transformed podcast. Nick provides an update on the future introduction of the FedNow Service and discusses the benefits of the service in the future. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FedNow The FedNow Service is a new instant payment infrastructure that the Federal Reserve Banks are launching in mid-2023 to enable financial institutions of every size across the U.S. to provide safe and efficient instant payment services in real time, 24x7x365.  For more information visit https://explore.fednow.org/  

While the fintech industry is growing rapidly, it is still rare to see women as fintech founders or women holding leadership roles. More concerning is the fact that women fintech founders are lower in North America than other regions of the world. In August, a collaboration between BMO Harris Bank and 1871, a #1-ranked private business incubator, provided women entrepreneurs the opportunity to bring their innovative technologies and products forward. My guests on the Banking Transformed podcast are BMO Harris’ Niamh Kristufek, US head of business banking and Andrew Harrison, Head of US Digital Partnerships. They share the results of this year’s incubator program and the importance of greater inclusion in the fintech space. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS When customers need to pay, borrow, or invest, are you there? FIS believes the future of financial services delivery is giving customers what they want, whenever and wherever they are. SMB Embedded Finance enables Financial Institutions and Technology Companies to deliver critical financial services to small businesses at their point of need.  Visit FISglobal.com to learn more.  

As new players continue to expand market share with data and customer-centric business models, incumbent banks face an urgent need to modernize systems to remain competitive in the payments landscape. By investing in emerging digital technologies, banks can address evolving customer preferences, mitigate risk, and achieve regulatory compliance. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Nick Botha, Business Development Manager at AutoRek. He discusses the importance of an end-to-end platform designed reduce costs, improve efficiency, and streamline your reporting processes. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by AutoRek AutoRek is a trusted vendor of data management solutions by the world’s largest financial institutions with extensive experience across banking and payments. The end-to-end payments reconciliation platform is designed to overcome the most difficult challenges for managing reconciliations, data management and reporting. AutoRek combines cutting edge technology, first class implementation and subject matter expertise to deliver custom solutions that save our clients both time and money. For more information visit autorek.com https://www.autorek.com/en-us/solutions/reconciliations/

Despite the benefits of easy information access, the amount of information each human needs to process is overwhelming, creating a reduction in comprehension and decision quality. The question most leaders have is, “How do I keep on top of so much information?” Those who can absorb and convert the vast amount of available information into insights, action, and a view of the future will generate success and results beyond their peers. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Ross Dawson, chairman of the Advanced Human Technologies group of companies. He discusses how leaders can not only cope with today’s information overload … but thrive on it. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS When customers need to pay, borrow, or invest, are you there? FIS believes the future of financial services delivery is giving customers what they want, whenever and wherever they are. SMB Embedded Finance enables Financial Institutions and Technology Companies to deliver critical financial services to small businesses at their point of need. Visit FISglobal.com to learn more.

Trust in banking hinges on the ability of financial institutions to safeguard identities and keep consumer and business data private, particularly during online account opening and onboarding. Unfortunately, traditional Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) verifications is often synonymous with tedious and manual processes, friction, and onboarding delays. The longer these processes take, the greater the negative impact to client acquisition. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Chris Luttrell, the CEO of IDology. She discusses what can be done to foster trust across the entire customer journey, while improving the customer experience for consumers and businesses. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by IDology ExpectID® Business is an automated KYB solution that is imperative for any business that wants to remain competitive. With ExpectID® Business, IDology has combined KYB and KYC due diligence with multiple layers of risk detection and fraud intelligence into one powerful, programmatic solution. The solution goes beyond KYB and KYC verification to provide a holistic perspective of the risk associated with both the business and the primary user. For more information visit https://www.idology.com/business-verification/

The banking sector has always been data intensive. Today, AI technology has the capability to improve efficiency, increase innovation, boost differentiation, manage risk and regulatory needs, and positively impact the customer experience. While more than 80% of financial services AI adopters say that AI will be very or critically important to their business’s success in the next two years, it’s time for banks to move beyond the hype and consider practical applications of AI across the entire organization. On today’s Banking Transformed podcast, we have Imtiaz Adam, global AI influencer and founder of Deep Learn Strategies Ltd. He will share why financial institutions must make adoption of AI technologies across the entire enterprise a strategic imperative.

More than ever, financial marketers can trigger automatic action by applying behavioral science principles in marketing strategy and creative execution. If you have a behavioral understanding of your customer, they will find you, refer business, and share insights that will help your efforts succeed. At a time when both print and digital marketing involve as much art as science, behavioral science is a critical tool for understanding how consumers will react to various tactics and strategies. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Nancy Harhut, cofounder of HBT Marketing. Nancy shares why marketers cannot afford to ignore behavioral science since it can shed light on why people buy or don’t buy your brand.

Customer expectations are changing faster than ever. Unfortunately, most banks and credit unions are playing catch-up, with siloed data, back-office technology that was built decades ago, and processes that move too slow. Continuous Product Design, supported by real-time data, can help organizations deliver digital solutions that are personalized, empathetic, and delivered with speed and scale. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Mario Ciabarra, founder and CEO of Quantum Metric. Mario discusses how banks can use data to drive digital product design and deployment that enhances customer experiences and increases engagement. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Quantum Metric As the pioneer in Continuous Product Design, Quantum Metric helps organizations put customers at the heart of everything they do. The platform empowers a customer-centric culture, helping business and technology teams align faster on customer needs and prioritize the opportunities that will drive the most value. Today, Quantum Metric captures insights from 29 percent of the world’s internet users. For more information visit www.quantummetric.com

More than ever, creating an organization that responds to customer’s needs, cares for and inspires employees, embraces purpose, emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, and helps a firm become future-ready — all boil down to one thing: leadership. While conversations about the importance of a disruptive mindset started well before the pandemic, the crisis accelerated the need for strong leadership significantly. The question becomes how ready is existing leadership to lead an organization to success during uncertain times? My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Charlene Li – Chief Research Officer, PA Consulting. Charlene shares how leadership can better embrace change, accept risks, and help organizations become future-ready.

Most mortgage experiences are overwhelming and full of friction, with outdated processes that includes a stack of paper forms and multiple in-person meetings. And, while many financial institutions would like to provide a better experience, resources are scarce. New mortgage-as-a-service (MaaS) solutions allow smaller financial institutions to utilize best-in-class technology, while still retaining personalized engagement. This enables local banks to compete with larger financial institutions for the most important household relationship. My guests on the Banking Transformed podcast are Jonathan Price, EVP of Q2 and Sam Schey, EVP of Rocket Mortgage. They are going to explain how a bank can combine an industry-best digital mortgage process with a bank’s existing mobile and online banking platform. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Q2 Today, digital banking is more than a channel—it’s how financial institutions deliver their brand, manage customer relationships, and grow their business. Q2 helps FIs wherever they are on their digital transformation journey, with a portfolio of consumer and commercial solutions that help customers save, spend, borrow, and engage. More at Q2.com

Small businesses are the foundation of the American economy, with 30.2 million small businesses making up 99.9% of American businesses and employing 47.5% of American employees. Despite the size of this segment, small businesses have unique challenges such as funding, payment processing, money transfer and more. In addition, most traditional small business bank processes are antiquated and time-consuming. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Corey LeBlanc, co-founder of Locality Bank, a digital-first community bank based in Fort Lauderdale. Corey shares the mission of this start-up and how Locality is using financial technology to make processes more efficient, saving money and better serving their customers.

Embedded finance integrates financial services, such as payments, lending, insurance, etc. within a non-financial business’ infrastructure. This provides a seamless bridge between a brand, the consumer, and a financial solutions provider. The expansion of embedded finance solutions on the B2C side have skyrocketed, while B2B solutions have seen much more tepid growth. Innovation of both forms of solutions is expected to continue to be robust in the foreseeable future. We are very fortunate to have Mike Kresse and Taira Hall from FIS Global on the Banking Transformed podcast. They discuss the current embedded banking and Banking as a Service can provide both opportunities and threat in the future. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS When customers need to pay, borrow, or invest, are you at the point of need? The future of financial services delivery is giving customers what they want, whenever and wherever they are. FIS Embedded Finance gives any company or financial institution the tools to build finance solutions based on customer needs. Discover how embedded finance technologies could affect your business. Visit here: www.fisglobal.com/en-gb/market-movers/embedded-finance

Becoming adept at digital banking is not simply about technology. It’s about the way banking leaders adapt to the pace of change and continually rethink how they can create and deliver value in a digital economy. Most importantly, it is understanding that the digital banking transformation process is a never-ending journey … with no end point. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Liz Wolverton, Head of Consumer Banking and Brand Experience at Synovus. Liz shares how building the muscles for continuous change at Synovus allows the bank to adapt to future change more rapidly, which makes the bank more resilient. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS From super apps and crypto to embedded finance and financial inclusion, we’re a long way away from the world of cash and checks. That’s why FIS has published The Global Payments Report. The Global Payments Report makes it easy to understand what your consumers want now – and in the future. Read about the trends transforming payments and what they mean for your business. FIS also gives you an in-depth view of how consumers pay when shopping online and at the point of sale in more than 40 markets, along with the latest insights into real-time payments trends, digital wallets, and even Crypto. Discover how the latest payments technologies could affect your business. Get your report today by visiting fisglobal.com/gpr. FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Consumers expect their financial institution to use data and insights collected over time to deliver personalized recommendations based on transactions and behavior in the past. Fortunately, banks and credit unions have access to solutions that can drive insight discovery, outcome predictions, and task automation. The challenge is to implement these capabilities at the speed and scale that customers expect. My guests on the Banking Transformed podcast are Greg Gruning from Segmint and Brian Lindenmann from Busey Bank. Greg and Brian discuss how banks are using data and AI to drive digital transformation and grow revenue by optimizing the customer journey across channels. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Segmint Segmint empowers financial institutions and financial technology providers to easily understand and leverage data, interact with customers, and measure results. Derived from billions of transactions, Segmint provides the fastest and most accurate customer insights through advanced data tagging, categorization, and contextualization. Our insights enable all functions of an organization to inform strategies including competitive analysis, risk, marketing, customer experience, and product innovation. Visit HERE to learn more about Segmint.

As consumers get exposed to new financial brands every day, it has never been more important to think like a brand and not a bank. Investing in creating a strong brand allows a banking organization to get and keep people’s attention – directly impacting the bottom line. With the right branding, you have the chance to impact how consumers perceive your business and how your employees represent your business. This creates loyalty by building trust. My guests on the Banking Transformed podcast are Allison Netzer and Liz High, the authors of the book, ‘Think Like a Brand, Not a Bank’. Allison and Liz share how good branding can appeal to people’s emotions, allowing a bank or credit union to outperform the competition. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS From super apps and crypto to embedded finance and financial inclusion, we’re a long way away from the world of cash and checks. That’s why FIS has published The Global Payments Report.   The Global Payments Report makes it easy to understand what your consumers want now – and in the future. Read about the trends transforming payments and what they mean for your business. FIS also gives you an in-depth view of how consumers pay when shopping online and at the point of sale in more than 40 markets, along with the latest insights into real-time payments trends, digital wallets, and even Crypto. Discover how the latest payments technologies could affect your business. Get your report today by visiting fisglobal.com/gpr. FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Embedded payments have become the norm in our personal lives. In fact, a report from IDC predicts that 74% of digital consumer payments globally will be conducted via platforms owned by nonfinancial institutions by 2030. Unfortunately, IDC also found that 73% of financial institutions globally have technology infrastructures for payments that are far from future-ready. Today, we have Bhavin Turakhia, CEO and Co-founder of Zeta on the Banking Transformed podcast. Bhavin discusses how embedded payment technologies are becoming available to organizations of all sizes, allowing legacy banks to keep pace with technology leaders. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Zeta Zeta helps issuers launch next-gen card programs with its cloud-native and fully API-enabled stack that includes processing, issuing, lending, core banking, and many other capabilities. Zeta has 1400+ employees with over 70% in technology roles across locations in the US, UK, Middle East, and Asia. Globally, eight issuers and 30 fintechs have issued 15M+ cards on Zeta’s platform. For more information visit www.zeta.tech

Competition in banking has expanded in the past twenty years, yet banking and technology giants are increasingly using proprietary technology and data-driven insights to tilt the playing field. When smaller financial firms can’t reach the scale needed to compete effectively, there is potential for economic inequality, reduced social responsiveness, and less innovation. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is James Bessen, lecturer at Boston University School of Law and author of the book, ‘The New Goliaths’. Jim shares his perspective that the largest firms have a major competitive advantage, and how democratizing technology, insights and innovation can level the playing field. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS From super apps and crypto to embedded finance and financial inclusion, we’re a long way away from the world of cash and checks. That’s why FIS has published The Global Payments Report. The Global Payments Report makes it easy to understand what your consumerswant now – and in the future. Read about the trends transforming payments and what they mean for your business. FIS also gives you an in-depth view of how consumers pay when shopping online and at the point of sale in more than 40 markets, along with the latest insights into real-time payments trends, digital wallets, and even Crypto. Discover how the latest payments technologies could affect your business. Get your report today by visiting fisglobal.com/gpr. FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Identity fraud is an increasing challenge for financial institutions, impacting consumer trust and costing billions of dollars a year in losses. To combat this threat, financial institutions must streamline the authentication process while improving the overall client experience. When fraud or identity theft does occur, customers want fair, equitable and fast resolution, with pain-free, frictionless access to their impacted accounts. We are happy to have Chad Gluff Sr. Director, Global Identity and Fraud for TransUnion on the Banking Transformed podcast. Chad shares the impact that fraud and identity theft has on banking and the ways to turn your identity fraud solution into a customer experience opportunity. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Neustar  Neustar sorts users intelligently and reliably into high- and low-risk buckets, allowing you to quickly identify and let through low-risk consumers. Reduce digital identity fraud by 20 percent and better focus valuable fraud-fighting resources. Put additional verification steps in place only for high-risk, potentially fraudulent transactions.  Visit www.home.neustar/risk-solutions for more information

Transformation is both an overused word and an underdeveloped concept at most financial institutions. Successfully embraced, transformation can help a financial institution achieve its full potential. Transformation is also not a project or a destination, but a continuous process of adapting to a volatile and uncertain environment to become more future-ready. We are excited to have Seth Goldstrom, Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company on the Banking Transformed podcast. Seth shares the keys to a successful transformation and why most transformations fail to deliver as expected.

Data, analytics, and new technologies are transforming the art and science of personalized customer experiences. Customer engagement of the future is holistic, predictive, precise, and clearly tied to business outcomes. Winning organizations are building the capabilities, talent, and organizational structure needed for this transition. Those that stick with traditional processes will be forced to play catch-up in the years to come. We are very fortunate to have Jouk Pleiter, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Backbase on the Banking Transformed podcast. He discusses how to win customers – for life – in the new era of embedded banking.

Consumers want their financial providers to provide integrated experiences that leverage insights to create intuitive engagements. To accomplish this, banks and credit unions need to build the data infrastructure and analytics capabilities that can be applied across the entire customer journey. Personalization must become a strategic priority, using data to create a differentiated value exchange with the customer in real-time. I am excited to have Jim Stapleton, Senior Vice President at Epsilon on the Banking Transformed podcast. Jim shares how banks and credit unions can deepen relationships by understanding customer behaviors and offering timely solutions. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Epsilon  With 50+ years’ experience, Epsilon for Financial Services accelerates clients’ ability to harness the power of data to enhance, activate, and measure campaigns with confidence. With market-leading insights into customer's actions (even when they’re not interacting with your brand), Epsilon can predict upcoming life events and deliver optimized messages across owned and paid channels, while respecting and protecting consumer privacy and client data. Learn more about Epsilon for Financial Services  

With a long history of leading marketing efforts at various financial organizations, Alice Milligan was named the chief marketing officer of Morgan Stanley in May 2021 in conjunction with the acquisition of E-Trade by Morgan Stanley. With an evolving brand strategy to meet the needs of a more expansive, diverse consumer base, Milligan is tasked with communicating an expanding set of capabilities to these new audiences and modernizing the brand for future growth. We are joined by Alice Milligan, the CMO of Morgan Stanley. Milligan discusses her career journey and the global brand strategy of Morgan Stanley. She also shares how data and analytics is the foundation for better marketing decisions. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle.  mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

WeBank is considered by many to be the most progressive digital bank in the world. Launched in 2014, WeBank provides financial services to over 300 million individuals and 2.7 million small businesses. Recently, WeBank has been expanded the use of blockchain as one of the key technologies to improve efficiency of digital banking and to promote equity and sustainable development. WeBank has also extended beyond financial services to assist other industries in the deployment of blockchain capabilities. We are joined again on the Banking Transformed podcast by Henry Ma, executive vice president and CIO of WeBank. Ma discusses WeBank’s mission of delivering financial inclusion at scale by leveraging AI, blockchain, cloud computing, and big data.

Providing trust through personal financial education is an imperative for the entire finance services sector. It is also a cornerstone to building engagement across the entire customer journey. The need for financial education extends across every socio-economic segment and every age category. Advanced technologies have made the delivery of personalized financial education more feasible and more impactful for any sized financial institution. We have Ryan Swift, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at EVERFI on the Banking Transformed podcast. Ryan discusses the value that financial education has in helping financial institutions make an impact in their communities. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by EVERFI: See how EVERFI can help you reach new customers, expand wallet share, and strengthen your brand with personalized, digital financial education programs that help you drive visibility for your products and services. More at https://everfi.com/financial-education/

The banking industry has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform legacy business models to become more competitive and more resilient during economic downturns. By integrating data, analytics, advanced technologies, automation, and an upskilled workforce, banks and credit unions can become more future-ready and agile in a crisis. These firms will also be able to take advantage of unique marketplace opportunities. I am fortunate to be joined on the Banking Transformed podcast once again by Ron Shevlin, Chief Research Officer at Cornerstone Advisors. We discuss strategies and tactics financial institutions must take today to become more prepared for any economic environment. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle.  mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Q2  Today, digital banking is more than a channel—it’s how financial institutions deliver their brand, manage customer relationships, and grow their business. Q2 helps FIs wherever they are on their digital transformation journey, with a portfolio of consumer and commercial solutions that help customers save, spend, borrow, and engage.   More at https://www.Q2.com

Capturing the attention of GenZ and digital-first consumers is an ongoing challenge. Financial well-being is a major goal for these segments … but engagement is elusive. Zogo is an award-winning app that gamifies financial literacy for younger consumers. Created by a Chinese immigrant, at the age of 19, Zogo currently serves 600,000 users from 200 financial institutions, including American Express. We are fortunate to have Bolun Li, founder & CEO of Zogo on the Banking Transformed podcast. He discusses the origination of this gamification-based app and the growth that has been achieved since Zogo’s founding.

The economic outlook for 2022 is being impacted by rapid inflation, geopolitical shocks, rising interest rates, and unemployment numbers that loom as headwinds. While rapid post-pandemic growth and a strong labor market have been big wins, the benefits of the recovery could be diminished as price rises eat away at paychecks. The question is, if the Fed must raise rates to higher levels to restore economic calm, could this start a recession that pushes the unemployment rate higher? And how does this impact the banking industry? I am excited to have Steven Rick, Chief Economist for CUNA Mutual on the Banking Transformed podcast. Steve shares his insights on the unprecedented economic conditions we are seeing and what the future may look like for the banking industry. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by CUNA Mutual Group  Built on the principle of “people helping people,” CUNA Mutual Group is a financially strong insurance, investment and financial services company that believes a brighter financial future should be accessible to everyone. Through our company culture, community engagement, and products and solutions, we are working to create a more equitable financial system that helps to improve the lives of those we serve and our society. For more information, visit cunamutual.com.

More than ever, consumers want to associate with companies that are committed to environmental, social, and governance issues. This includes where they do their banking. But, while almost every financial institution is jumping on the bandwagon saying they are committed to doing what is good for society, how does a bank or credit unions differentiate from the noise in the marketplace? We are fortunate to have Chris Skinner, one of the foremost influencers in the banking industry and author of the book, ‘Digital for Good’, on the Banking Transformed podcast. He discusses the value of having a higher purpose for financial institutions. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle.  mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

Old revenue models are dead. Financial institutions must rethink their business models and create new growth levers to be future-ready. Subscriptions make our customers’ lives easier with the touch of a button, a recurring purchase or even a reminder about content of interest. Helping customers pay directly from their debit or credit card can generate revenue. Beyond that, there are even subscription opportunities with personalized financial content. It is great to have Joan Clark, VP of Product for Segmint on the Banking Transformed podcast. Joan discusses the way banking can benefit immediately from the subscription economy. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Segmint  Segmint empowers financial institutions and financial technology providers to easily understand and leverage data, interact with customers, and measure results. Derived from billions of transactions, Segmint provides the fastest and most accurate customer insights through advanced data tagging, categorization, and contextualization. Our insights enable all functions of an organization to inform strategies including competitive analysis, risk, marketing, customer experience, and product innovation. Visit HERE to learn more about Segmint.

Banking-as-a-service (BaaS) provides a great opportunity for existing financial institutions to reach a greater number of customers at a lower cost by teaming up with non-traditional financial and non-financial businesses. It is expected the BaaS model will become a new battleground for both established banks and digital challengers, as the model has the potential to generate new revenue growth for both financial and non-financial businesses. The question becomes, will legacy banks become a distributor of financial products, a producer of them, or both? I am joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Matthew Smith, Head of Digital Banking and Banking as a Service at Webster Bank. Matthew discusses why Webster Bank decided to pursue the BaaS strategy and the success of the strategy to date.

Many financial institutions struggle when it comes to building engagement with customers in a timely and impactful manner. More than ever, there is a need for ongoing dialogue that assists customers in better managing their finances. One way to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of customer communication is with texting solutions, connecting with customers in real-time using messaging that gets attention far greater than traditional channels. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Scott McArthur, CRO of Statflo. Scott discusses the power of intelligent conversational texts, and how this channel can improve satisfaction and financial results. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Statflo Statflo provides the leading compliant business text messaging platform that enables Financial Institutions to have productive, two-way conversations with their customers. With seamless integrations to existing CRM/core systems, full customer context, and rich shareable content, customer-facing teams have all the tools they need in a single platform to engage, retain, and grow their customer base. For more information visit statflo.com

It’s been 30 years since the term Metaverse was coined, but big money and big hype is now making its way into daily conversations in banking and beyond. With the convergence of hundreds of millions of people with computer capacity at their fingertips, high-speed and high-capacity internet capabilities, the introduction of modern and affordable AR, VR and MR devices, and new assets powered by Web3 technology, the Metaverse is being defined in real-time daily. My guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Ray Wang, Founder and Chairman of Constellation Research. Ray untangles the hype from the likely reality and provides a clearer view of where the potential value lies for financial services. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle. mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

While we are not seeing the end of banking, we are observing a changing of the guard in financial services. Powered by a deluge of funding, fintech firms are altering the battlefield for customers and relationships. Without quick and decisive action, legacy financial institutions could become invisible to consumers and small businesses by 2030. To a degree, this has already occurred in payments. What’s next? We are very fortunate to have Philippe De Backer and Juan Gonzalez from Arthur D. Little on the Banking Transformed podcast. They discuss the challenges facing traditional banking organizations and the actions that must be taken today for long-term survival.

Content marketing is an important part of creating a powerful experience in banking. Done well, it can help attract, inform, and engage your target audience. Content marketing has become popular in banking because it’s a way to provide insight without selling, building trust and loyalty that reinforces a financial institution’s brand. The types of content that can be created are vast and the sharing of content can go far beyond a bank’s website. My guest today on the Banking Transformed podcast is Joe Pulizzi, the author of the 7 books, including the best-selling book, Content Inc., and is the founder of The Tilt. Joe shares what it takes for banks and credit unions to succeed with content marketing.

In the past six years, Marcus has used an acquisition strategy to create a digital platform for consumer loans, credit cards, high-yield savings, automated investing, as well as providing tools to help consumers manage their finances. Most recently, Goldman Sachs completed the acquisition of GreenSky, growing the customer base of Marcus to over 13 million customers. With a no-fee, interest bearing checking account expected still in 2022, Marcus wants to be the primary bank for millions of people. Swati Bhatia, partner and head of direct-to-consumer business at Marcus is our guest on the Banking Transformed podcast. Swati discusses the continued product expansion of Marcus by Goldman Sachs, and how Marcus intends to become a dominant force in the retail banking. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle. mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

Keeping pace with an increasingly changing marketplace has never been so difficult. No place is this more evident than in creating the IT solutions required for digital banking transformation. One way to resolve this dilemma is with low-code and no-code platforms. These platforms provide opportunities for virtually anyone to create business and mobile applications, helping accelerate innovation and delivery of highly differentiated solutions. Charles Lamanna, Corporate Vice President at Microsoft, is our guest on the show today. Charles shares how low-code/no-code app development has revolutionized the way financial institutions build future-ready applications. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Bloomberg reported that Apple is launching an initiative code-named “Breakout” to bring more financial services capabilities in-house. It is believed that Apple wants to own the entire payments supply chain, minimizing external vendors, reducing costs, and reinforcing the use of consumer data to improve the customer experience. This would also allow them to compete more directly with platforms like Square, PayPal, Google, and Klarna. We are very fortunate to have Dr. Efi Pylarinou, Global Fintech Influencer based in Switzerland, on the Banking Transformed podcast. She will discuss why Apple has announced the Breakout initiative and how an expanded ecosystem could impact banking in the future. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

The pandemic greatly accelerated the consumer desire to adopt digital-first banking experiences. That said, consumer preference for how to do banking has also become increasingly hybrid. Few financial institutions have innovated the customer experience across multiple platforms more than Capital One. From their award-winning mobile app to their Capital One Cafés, the bank continues to test new ways to build engagement. We are very fortunate to have Jennifer Windbeck, Head of Retail Bank Channels & Operations at Capital One on the Banking Transformed podcast. She will discuss how Capital One has continued to reinvent how and where customers can do banking. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

More than ever, delivering banking experiences rooted in personalized engagement is an expectation from every customer. More than just a requirement for communication, financial institutions must also develop personalized, tailored products for the customer segment that they’re going after. Consumers are increasingly diversifying who their financial relationships. If you don’t know your customer, understand their needs and deliver value with each engagement, trust and loyalty will be damaged. I am excited to have Joe Welu, founder and CEO of Total Expert on the show today. Joe shares how banks and credit unions are differentiating their organizations by knowing what customers want before they do. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Total Expert Total Expert delivers purpose-built CRM and customer engagement for modern financial institutions. The Total Experience Platform unifies data, marketing, sales, and compliance solutions to provide a cohesive experience across the customer lifecycle. Total Expert turns customer insights into actions to increase loyalty and drive growth for financial institutions. For more information visit totalexpert.com This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Financial marketing has become increasingly complex as data and technology provides the opportunity for instant, personalized engagement. As consumer attention spans shorten, and the world becomes cluttered with noise, bank marketing must adjust accordingly. Choice proliferation and the exponential pace of change creates a combustible combination of complexity. Opportunities for simple banking experiences resonate, with greater loyalty and revenues being the reward. I am excited to have James Robert Lay, founder and CEO of the Digital Growth Institute on the show today. James Robert shares how banks and credit unions can simplify the marketing process with market-leading results. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle. mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

SoFi is on a mission to move beyond its roots as a direct-to-consumer fintech organization, to become a financial services platform that will enable banks and fintech firms to build best-of-breed financial solutions. The recent acquisition of the Technisys’ platform, combined with their banking-as-a-service division, Galileo, will provide an end-to-end vertically integrated technology stack using industry-leading APIs. To put this significant acquisition into the perspective of the future direction of the banking industry, we have Derek White, CEO at Galileo Financial Technologies on the Banking Transformed podcast. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

In a digital world where convenience, time savings and instant access reign supreme, a physical-first banking experience is no longer the preferred option for most consumers. But how can you verify the identity of someone wanting to do business with you? Banks should not have to make compromises between security and a seamless customer experience along their digital journey — but this requires the right identity strategy that reflects today’s risks and the needs of the modern digital consumer. I am excited to have Heidi Hunter, VP, Product Innovations at IDology on the show today. Heidi will discuss how knowing who your customer is, across channels and at all times, can be a differentiator for success. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by IDology   IDology is the trusted leader in digital identity verification and offers the industry's most innovative suite of multi-layered solutions to streamline customer acquisition, deter fraud, and drive revenue. Since 2003, IDology has provided easy to implement identity solutions that are flexible and customizable. Their ExpectID® platform gives you the confidence to locate, verify, and approve more legitimate customers faster with nominal to no friction.   For more information visit idology.com

The increasing scale and pace of change has been a constant characteristic of the payments landscape, driven by rapidly changing customer expectations and new technologies. The ability to deliver on these expectations, however, is still very much work in progress. Payments is an important element of a bank’s overall value proposition. More than ever, financial institutions must adapt new partnership strategies and operating models, while focused on building unique differentiation. Our guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Matthew Wilcox, President of Digital Payments and Data Aggregation at Fiserv. He discusses the evolving opportunities and challenges available in today’s payments ecosystem. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS  From super apps and crypto to embedded finance and financial inclusion, we’re a long way away from the world of cash and checks. That’s why FIS has reimagined The Global Payments Report. The Global Payments Report makes it easy to understand what your consumers want now – and in the future.  FIS experts talk through the trends transforming payments and what they mean for your business. FIS also gives you an in-depth view of how consumers pay when shopping online and at the point of sale in more than 40 markets, along with the latest insights into real-time payments trends.  Discover how the latest payments technologies could affect your business. Get your report today by visiting fisglobal.com/gpr. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle.  mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

Financial institutions have struggled engaging consumers with budgeting and financial health tools. Bank of America's approach has been to address financial wellness by building an omnichannel platform that allows consumers to set goals, track progress, and get answers to financial questions easily. These efforts have resulted in Bank of America being the first financial institution to be certified by J.D. Power for financial health support. Our guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Holly O’Neill, President of Retail Banking at Bank of America. She discusses how a holistic framework for supporting the financial health of its clients includes simple, transparent products, high levels of personalization, financial education, and access to human support. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS  From super apps and crypto to embedded finance and financial inclusion, we’re a long way away from the world of cash and checks. That’s why FIS has reimagined The Global Payments Report. The Global Payments Report makes it easy to understand what your consumers want now – and in the future.  FIS experts talk through the trends transforming payments and what they mean for your business. FIS also gives you an in-depth view of how consumers pay when shopping online and at the point of sale in more than 40 markets, along with the latest insights into real-time payments trends.  Discover how the latest payments technologies could affect your business. Get your report today by visiting fisglobal.com/gpr.

According to a report by J.P. Morgan, close to 300 banks are planning to roll out Bitcoin trading on mobile apps in the first half of 2022. Another study finds that 44% of regional and global banks will offer crypto support by the end of the year. More than ever, the share of a consumer’s wallet is at risk. The question is how will banks and credit unions respond at a time when differentiation and deploying digital solutions is no longer optional? We are very fortunate to have Patrick Sells, chief innovation officer for NYDIG, back on the Banking Transformed podcast. He is joined by Stephen Bohanon, co-founder and chief strategy officer at Alkami. They will discuss the opportunities and challenges of traditional banks offering integrated Bitcoin solutions. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Alkami  Alkami Technology, Inc. empowers financial institutions to evolve and thrive in the new digital age of banking. Our premium digital banking platform powers regional banks and credit unions to grow confidently, innovate at speed, and adapt nimbly—all while providing a secure, frictionless experience to the consumers and businesses they serve—24/7/365.  Accelerate your digital transformation journey with Alkami today. Visit alkami.com for more.  

Over the past several years, my team at the Digital Banking Report has asked financial institutions globally what their primary objective was. Overwhelmingly, it has been to create better customer experiences. The problem is that creating a great experience is no longer enough. Consumers are looking for financial advocates and ways to achieve better financial outcomes. They expect their financial partners to use insight available to provide the path for a secure financial future. I am excited to have Jane Barratt, Chief Advocacy Officer at MX Technologies on the Banking Transformed podcast. Jane will discuss how data and insight can transform banking into emotional relationships that can impact people, organizations, and communities. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS From super apps and crypto to embedded finance and financial inclusion, we’re a long way away from the world of cash and checks. That’s why FIS has reimagined The Global Payments Report. The Global Payments Report makes it easy to understand what your consumers want now – and in the future.   FIS experts talk through the trends transforming payments and what they mean for your business. FIS also gives you an in-depth view of how consumers pay when shopping online and at the point of sale in more than 40 markets, along with the latest insights into real-time payments trends.   Discover how the latest payments technologies could affect your business. Get your report today by visiting fisglobal.com/gpr. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle. mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

The banking industry has never been under more pressure to change. The challenge is not whether digital transformation will occur, but whether the right priorities will be set and whether the speed of change will be fast enough. Winning organizations will combine new tech with legacy values and experiences. They will leverage partners to create innovations at the speed and scale of digital and will embrace a challenger mindset. We are very fortunate to have Leda Glyptis PhD, chief client officer at 10x Banking on today’s Banking Transformed show. She will discuss the areas of retail banking that are most ripe for disruption and how the winners will differentiate themselves. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS.  From super apps and crypto to embedded finance and financial inclusion, we’re a long way away from the world of cash and checks. That’s why FIS has reimagined The Global Payments Report. The Global Payments Report makes it easy to understand what your consumers want now – and in the future.   FIS experts talk through the trends transforming payments and what they mean for your business. FIS also gives you an in-depth view of how consumers pay when shopping online and at the point of sale in more than 40 markets, along with the latest insights into real-time payments trends.   Discover how the latest payments technologies could affect your business. Get your report today by visiting fisglobal.com/gpr.

Situated on the asset spectrum between large national banks and community financial institutions, regional banks face the challenge of scale to make the technology investments needed to modernize legacy operations. To meet changing customer expectations, regional banks need to develop innovative ideas and approaches to reduce expenses, create new products and services, serve unique market segments and leverage technology for future growth. One organization that has emerged as a regional banking success story is KeyBank. Headquartered in my hometown of Cleveland, Ohio, KeyBank is a top 20 bank serving 15 states with over 1000 branches and 1500 ATMs. We are very fortunate to have Chris Gorman, Chairman and CEO of KeyBank on the Banking Transformed podcast. Chris discusses how KeyBank has leveraged technology, ecosystem partnerships, and innovative solutions to help drive KeyBank into the future. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS From super apps and crypto to embedded finance and financial inclusion, we’re a long way away from the world of cash and checks. That’s why FIS has reimagined The Global Payments Report. The Global Payments Report makes it easy to understand what your consumers want now – and in the future.   FIS experts talk through the trends transforming payments and what they mean for your business. FIS also gives you an in-depth view of how consumers pay when shopping online and at the point of sale in more than 40 markets, along with the latest insights into real-time payments trends.   Discover how the latest payments technologies could affect your business. Get your report today by visiting fisglobal.com/gpr.

Recently, NCR increased their ability to deliver a complete digital currency solution to its customers, including the ability to buy and sell cryptocurrency, conduct cross-border remittance, and accept digital currency payments across digital and physical channels. Beyond offering financial institutions a secure way to perform digital currency transactions from a mobile banking app, website, or customer service center, the NCR solutions will also run on ATMs, kiosks and point-of-sale (POS) systems. We are very fortunate to have Tim Vanderham, Chief Technology Officer at NCR Corporation, on the Banking Transformed podcast. He will discuss the opportunities and challenges of traditional banks offering digital currency solutions. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by NCR NCR, a global technology leader, is No. 1 in ATM software and powers the top three U.S. mobile banking apps. We deliver comprehensive financial solutions for digital, ATM/ITM and branch channels—giving us the unique ability to connect physical and digital interactions to create seamless experiences for financial institutions and the consumers and businesses they serve.  For more information visit ncr.com/banking

If there was any doubt about the mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrency, you didn’t need to look any further than the ads during this year’s SuperBowl, where three of the top five apps whose ads delivered the strongest download growth were crypto ads. At the same time, the recent NFT boom has seen many individual NFTs sell for upwards of $1M each, with one selling for close to $70 million. There is also more discussion than ever around the future of Web 3.0 and the Metaverse. To unravel all of these future trends, we have my friend, Simon Taylor, the co-founder and chief product officer of 11:FS on the Banking Transformed podcast. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes. Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast. FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle. mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

Data and advanced analytics lie at the core of every financial institution wanting to build stronger engagement capabilities. Unfortunately, many organizations continue to struggle to apply data that will improve the customer journey. To succeed, banks and credit unions have to understand and take action — in real time — to the consumer opportunities that data reveals. On today’s Banking Transformed podcast, we have Nate Shahan, co-founder and chief product officer of Segmint. He will share how financial institutions can build business cases today that will help fund data and analytic investments in the future. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Segmint Segmint empowers financial institutions and financial technology providers to easily understand and leverage data, interact with customers, and measure results. Derived from billions of transactions, Segmint provides the fastest and most accurate customer insights through advanced data tagging, categorization, and contextualization. Our insights enable all functions of an organization to inform strategies including competitive analysis, risk, marketing, customer experience, and product innovation. Visit HERE to learn more about Segmint.

Businesses are becoming big business in banking. Unfortunately, most businesses have trouble getting fast and flexible financing. Founded in 2013, OakNorth is a fintech bank that focuses on making loans to small- to medium-sized businesses in the U.K. Beyond launching a neobank, OakNorth has also created lending technology for other financial institutions that delivers credit decisions up to ten times faster than traditional models. We are very fortunate to have Jackson Hull, COO of OakNorth on the Banking Transformed podcast. He will discuss the origin of OakNorth and how this fintech has grown to be one of the most valuable neobanks in the world. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle.  mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

The pandemic represented a tipping point for financial institutions, forcing them to accelerate digital transformation, rethink business models, and illustrate a level of empathy for employees, customers, and communities. Innovation has taken center stage, with an imperative for enhanced customer experiences driven by automation and technology. We are very fortunate to have Michael Abbott, senior managing director and global banking lead for Accenture on the Banking Transformed podcast. He will discuss the top retail banking trends for 2022 and share ways organizations must become future-ready. 

The need for quick innovation is greater than ever, with advanced, cost-effective solutions needed by legacy banking organizations to keep pace with a fast-moving digital landscape. One option is to deploy white label banking solutions in partnerships with third parties. By using application program interfaces (APIs), banks and credit unions can quickly respond to new challenges, such as Buy Now, Pay Later. On today’s Banking Transformed show, we have Tushar Srivastava, co-founder and CEO of Skeps. He discusses how traditional financial institutions can use third parties to outperform traditional product development processes. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Skeps Skeps is the next-gen POS financing platform that is accelerating financial institutions entrance into the BNPL space. Our cloud based modular suite of products enables banks and fintechs to develop and deploy new or existing products quickly and easily at the point of sale. By creating a true end to end platform, banks and fintechs can now balance the need for speed to market, with the use core competencies such as servicing or underwriting.   For more information visit skeps.com

While government intervention in response to the COVID-19 pandemic helped many people improve their financial situations, most people in the United States continue to struggle with their financial health. The question becomes whether policymakers, financial services providers, employers, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders will take advantage of opportunity to create policies and solutions that support the long-term expansion of financial wellbeing for all. Our guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Jennifer Tescher, Founder & CEO of the Financial Health Network. She discusses the changes to financial wellbeing that have occurred since the pandemic, while also presenting several warnings. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS.  GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes.  Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast.   FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle.  mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

Digital payment adoption and use has surged around the world. As a result, prioritizing payments innovation is a critical area of focus for banks, credit unions, merchants and those organizations that provide core systems support. Consumers want to choose how they transact, making it critical for financial institutions of all sizes to provide payment options that are fast, secure and easy to use. But how does a credit union or bank stay ahead of the curve? On today’s Banking Transformed show, we have Ashleigh DePopas, Co-founder and General Manager of GoCart - FIS Impact Labs' first funded venture. She will discuss the innovation process at FIS and the impact payments innovation has on the success of clients and the marketplace. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS.   GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes.   Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast.    FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

More than one million immigrants arrive in the U.S. every year, and it is predicted that immigration will drive 82% of new population growth by 2050. Yet, the lack of domestic credit history limits access to financial services, housing and even employment. Award-winning fintech Nova Credit helps newcomers and other global citizens apply for financial services using their credit history from countries around the world, providing access to the products and services most of us take for granted. We are very fortunate to have Misha Esipov, Co-Founder & CEO at Nova Credit on the Banking Transformed podcast. He will discuss the origination of this innovative service and the growth that has been achieved since Nova Credit’s founding. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS.  GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes.  Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast.   FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

The future of payments includes a world where consumers and businesses can move funds to anywhere in the world, instantaneously, 24/7/365, with full transparency, privacy, and security. While there is agreement on the desired outcome, there are multiple paths to achieve this goal, leveraging varied payment rails, artificial intelligence, blockchain technologies and even digital currencies. We are very fortunate to have Luke Gebb, executive vice president of Amex Digital Labs on the Banking Transformed podcast. He discusses the massive changes that have occurred in the payments marketplace since the pandemic and the ways Amex has responded to these changes. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS.  GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes.  Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast.   FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by mParticle.  mParticle believes that better decisions start with better data. Cleanse, visualize, and connect your customer data from any source or system to any API. Better data, better decisions, better outcomes. Visit mparticle.com for more.

There has never been a more exciting time to leverage customer insight, technology, and an innovation culture to drive improved customer experiences in banking. But how does one of the largest financial institutions in the world combine strategy and execution at a time of massive industry disruption? Chase is at the forefront of emerging technologies in retail banking and the use of these technologies to drive product development and digital engagement. The question is whether size and scale provide an advantage or create new challenges? We are joined by Rohan Amin, Chief Product Officer and Gill Haus, Chief Information Officer of Chase on the Banking Transformed Podcast. They discuss the acceleration of change that has occurred in the past two years and the ways Chase has navigated the pandemic. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS.  GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes.  Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast.   FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

During the holidays, we are sharing our most popular podcasts we did in 2021 that set the stage for 2022. In this Banking Transformed podcast from last February, we interviewed Pinar Ozcan. Pinar is the Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Saïd Business School at Oxford University. She is also the academic director of the Oxford Future of Finance and Technology Initiative at Oxford. Pinar discusses how open banking is a catalyst for reinvention in the banking sector. By redefining the way data is collected and shared, open banking puts the customer at the center of the relationship while lowering the barrier to entry into the financial sector. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

As we enter the holidays, we are sharing our most popular podcasts we did in 2021 that do a great job of setting the stage for 2022. In this Banking Transformed podcast from last April, we interviewed Dominic Venturo, senior executive vice president and chief digital officer at U.S. Bank. Dom shares ways that US Bank leverages innovation and modern technologies to improve customer experiences, increase efficiencies, and compete with fintech and big tech competition. More importantly, he discusses how important leadership and culture are to the success of digital transformation at banks and credit unions. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

The importance of using data, analytics and advanced marketing technologies has never been greater. Consumers expect their financial institutions to know them, look out for them and reward them. Unfortunately, few organizations are adept at using data for contextual engagement. Now, more than ever, banks and credit unions must leverage the insights they have to create better experiences. We are very fortunate to have Sarah Welch, Managing Director & Head of Marketing Solutions, Curinos on the Banking Transformed podcast. We will discuss how the advances in the latest technologies, coupled with data, analytics and applied insights is transforming financial marketing. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Curinos Marketing optimization suffers from a “rules” problem, forcing campaigns down a path to the one “right” answer. Amplero, an AI message optimization engine, breaks you free. The patented technology adds an “always-on” experimentation layer to your tech stack to make the most out of every customer touchpoint.  Visit curinos.com to learn more.

Over the past 20 months, we have experienced personal and business transformation that has impacted every aspect of our lives. With change happening faster than ever, we are about to experience a radical new future that we have yet to fully understand. In financial services, successful firms will be those that can leverage data, algorithms, and human talent to both sidestep industry boundaries and creatively meet customer expanding expectations. I am excited to have Mike Walsh on the Banking Transformed show for the second time. As a futurist, speaker & author of 'The Algorithmic Leader,' Mike is going to share his thoughts on how leaders must prepare for a future that is still being defined.

As the competitive marketplace in financial services expands and diversifies globally, it is more critical than ever for organizations to drive innovation and differentiation. But, innovation and differentiation requires an openness to change, a high level of engagement from all levels, and the use of data, applied analytics, new technologies and skillsets that many banks and credit unions lack. We are very fortunate to have Jason Henrichs and JP Nicols, co-founders of Fintech Forge and the Alloy Labs Alliance on the Banking Transformed show today. We discuss how innovation is not about the ‘next big thing', but about creating value across the entire customer journey.

To differentiate product and service offerings going forward, legacy financial institutions must focus on building a distribution network that combines the qualities of human interaction with the power of new technologies. The design and utilization of physical branch spaces must also be rethought for a future where the efficiency and effectiveness of branches must be maximized. Our guest on the Banking Transformed podcast is Jeff Klump, President of K4 Architecture + Design. We discuss the transformation of branch banking in an increasingly digital world and how to differentiate the branch experience. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by K4 Architecture + Design K4 is full-service design, marketing & branding firm. Their integrated team is made up of Architecture, Interior & Graphic Design, Construction, Marketing and Branding professionals that brand, design, build, and remodel commercial buildings with a particular focus in the financial sector. They are proud to share their financial portfolio, having completed over 2,500 projects over 22 years. For more information visit k4architecture.com

The X1 credit card harnesses the power of technology to offer higher credit limits, an aggressive rewards program, and unique automated features driven by a mobile app. Created by Twitter alums Deepak Rao and Siddharth Batra, and supported by PayPal co-founder Max Levchin and Instagram’s former head of product, Kevin Weil, the X1 card targets younger consumers who want a tech-savvy, elegantly designed stainless steel card. At introduction, there was a 350,000 person waitlist for the card. I’m excited to have Siddharth Batra, co-founder of X1 Card on the Banking Transformed podcast. He discusses the strategy behind introducing a new credit card to an underserved segment and the potential for growth beyond payments. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes.  Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast.   FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

The importance of a digital banking platform that is flexible, powerful and affordable has never been more important. Banking organizations of all sizes are partnering with solution providers that can help them catch up with a marketplace that has never moved faster. Financial institutions must find solutions that are built for banking, can be deployed quickly, and can be scaled in a manner that allows for building new products and services at digital speed. Our guest on the Banking Transformed Podcast is Michael Coghlan, founder and CEO of BrightFi. We discuss how BrightFi partners with regional and community banks to deliver affordable, cloud-based technology-enabled financial solutions. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by BrightFi BrightFi’s mission is to build stronger communities through better banking by delivering financial technology and operations solutions to community banks and credit unions. Our solution is a ready-to-deploy digital banking infrastructure that is low-cost and reliable. We help financial institutions of all sizes grow revenues, reduce OPEX and ultimately delight and grow within their communities by meeting them where they are on the path to digital transformation.   Visit brightfiservices.com/jm

In March of 2021, Square Financial Services officially launched its bank after receiving its Industrial Loan Company license from the FDIC a year prior. The Salt Lake City-based bank, is owned by Square, a fintech worth more than all but four US banks according to the KBW Bank Index. Square Financial Services will offer banking services like deposits and other products, initially to service a nationwide market of small businesses, many that already operate on the Square payment processing platform. I’m excited to have Square Financial Services CEO, Lewis Goodwin on the Banking Transformed podcast. He discusses the strategy behind building a bank to serve small businesses and the challenges facing fintech players in North America. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes. Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast. FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Every financial institution must evaluate how to adapt technology strategies to support business change, operational resiliency and digital response. More than ever, the ability to innovate at speed and scale has become a core competitive requirement. In this year’s Digital Banking Report, 'Innovation in Retail Banking 2021', sponsored by Infosys Finacle and Efma, it was found that innovation is beginning to take center stage at many financial institutions. Our guests on the Banking Transformed podcast are Sanat Rao, CEO of Infosys Finacle and Miguel Rio-Tinto, Group CIO and CDO at Emirates NBD. We will discuss the increase in innovation and digital transformation maturity at financial institutions and what still needs to be done. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes. Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast. FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

Most core banking operations run on aging platforms that were deployed in the 1980s and 1990s. These platforms are either homegrown or heavily customized since their origination. The needs of the digital consumer and functionality required by banks going forward require solutions that enable and support the digital transformation journey of financial institutions that are endeavoring to become future-ready. Our guest on the Banking Transformed Podcast is Michael Haney, Head of Digital Core at Technisys. We will discuss the steps needed to modernize current core platforms and how firms are implementing these solutions. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Technisys Technisys is the next-gen digital banking platform that redefines the customer experience. Our unique end-to-end digital backbone enables financial institutions to create and deliver financial products, dynamically, at every customer touchpoint. Giving banks and fintechs the agility to tailor offerings that become integral to a customer’s lifestyle in new and profound ways, down to the segment of one. For more information visit technisys.com

Recent events have put a spotlight on the urgent need for financial institutions to advance financial inclusion initiatives. Beyond responding to recent regulatory developments to provide economic opportunities to underserved and unserved sectors, there also a strong business case for banks and credit unions to align purpose and profits. That said, is the banking industry doing more than simply talking about meeting the needs of the underserved market? We are joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Courtney Davis, Banking Principal at Deloitte. We discuss the strategic business imperatives that serve the greater good through financial inclusion, and the progress being made by the banking industry. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS.  GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes.  Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast.   FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

In lending, the best offer usually wins. While some consumers still make the decision based on rate, an increasing number base their borrowing decision on the speed and simplicity of the process. S&P Global Market Intelligence expects U.S. digital lender origination volumes to grow at a compound annual rate of 26% between 2021 and 2025. This is driven mostly by fintech lenders that make borrowing fast and easy. We are joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Deepak Polamarasetty, Co-Founder and CEO of CreditSnap and Tom Allman, Chief Strategy Officer of NASA Federal Credit Union. We discuss how the advances in the latest technologies, coupled with strategic deployment of the latest techniques has disrupted the lending marketplace. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Creditsnap CreditSnap is on a mission to enable Credit Unions, Banks and Digital Lenders to accelerate their digital enablement. Our next generation Lending and Account Opening customer journeys enable 100% digitization while integrating into your current solutions. Features include 1) Lending with "No Credit Impact", 2) Instant Lending and Deposit Account Offers, 3) Instant Account Opening, and 4) Personalized Cross-Sell Offers. For more information visit creditsnap.com

The banking industry is in the midst of an exciting revolution in which power has shifted from the financial institution to the consumer. Consumers are impacting the entire customer journey, from the buying process, through customer engagement, and on to loyalty. At the core of this marketing revolution is the use of data, analytics and technology to drive results. One of the most important technologies needed to enable advanced marketing is the cloud. We are very fortunate to have Garry Capers, Division President of Cloud Solutions at Deluxe with us on the Banking Transformed podcast. He will discuss some of the major changes in bank marketing today and what must be done to prepare for marketing transformation. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. GoCart recognizes email addresses and lets consumers pay quickly anywhere – with no passwords and no long forms. Consumers can pay faster for anything – even things they wouldn’t expect like healthcare, processional services, and more. GoCart goes beyond online checkout and allows consumers to pay easily by email, text, or with QR codes. Find out how you can use GoCart to simplify payments and increase your sales at GoCartpay.com/podcast.  FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.

With consumers spending an average of 7.5 hours a day on various media platforms, ‘convenience’ in banking must now expand beyond store-centric factors to delivering digital convenience, with speed, simplicity, and empathy. Increasingly. consumers and employees expect a greater value proposition from their financial institution that will instill loyalty and support a broader brand promise. We are very fortunate to have Tyrrell Schmidt, U.S. Chief Marketing Officer for TD Bank on the Banking Transformed podcast. She discusses how TD’s established brand promise and purpose has translated at a time of marketplace disruption. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by PayPal:  This podcast episode is being presented in partnership with PayPal. PayPal provides access to more than 403 million active global accounts and multiple buy now, pay later offers in a single integration. PayPal Pay in 4 enables shoppers to make purchases in four interest-free payments. Customers get more buying power and flexibility, and you get help maximizing reach and revenue. Learn more about PayPal Pay Later here.

An important component of digital banking transformation is to be able to improve efficiency and productivity in your organization while also helping employees to serve customers better. With complex customer engagements, you need to ensure that the right people are engaged at the right part of the customer journey, using a scheduling tool that reflects the customer need, expertise required, timing and locational constraints, and the ability for both your team and the customer to drive the process. We are joined on the Banking Transformed podcast today by Tom Chang, Distinguished Solutions Engineer at Salesforce. He discusses how a scheduling tool can create stronger relationships with precise, personalized appointments. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Salesforce.  Salesforce Scheduler is a tool built natively on the Salesforce Platform that helps create stronger relationships with precise, personalized appointments. Boost scheduling efficiency and bring together the right resources, whether people or assets, with the contextual information needed to get the job done. Streamline appointment scheduling for employees and customers, delivering consistency across all channels of engagement, ultimately improving customer experiences.   For more information visit salesforce.com

The premise of the book, The Rise of Technosocialism, is that mankind is coming to a fork in the road. Climate change, emerging artificial intelligence, social and economic upheaval, and the clash between patriotic nationalism and the inevitability of globalism are coalescing into a crucible. The reality is that technology will be at the center of all of these changes. Our guest today on the Banking Transformed podcast is Brett King, author of the book, The Rise of Technosocialism, founder of Moven, international speaker, and member of the Fintech Hall of Fame. We discuss what the future may look like, what is inevitable, and what can be altered if humans take the appropriate action. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by PayPal: This podcast episode is being presented in partnership with PayPal. PayPal provides access to more than 403 million active global accounts and multiple buy now, pay later offers in a single integration. PayPal Pay in 4 enables shoppers to make purchases in four interest-free payments. Customers get more buying power and flexibility, and you get help maximizing reach and revenue. Learn more about PayPal Pay Later here.

As a financial institution is preparing to engage in a data-driven strategy, where do they begin? First, it’s important to understand that data transformation is a marathon, not a sprint. Successful financial institutions must align themselves around five critical keys that will lead them through a holistic data-driven strategy roadmap. Our guests today on the Banking Transformed podcast are Jason White, Chief Information Officer at Berkshire Bank and Mark Leher, VP of Data and Analytics for Segmint We will discuss the development and execution of a truly transformational data-driven business strategy for financial institutions. .

According to a recent Harris Poll, 40% of respondents said they are likely to leave their primary financial institution for digital banking that compares to an online shopping experience. New benchmarks have been set as to what is acceptable regarding digital experiences at financial institutions. While consumers still want to bank with community institutions, these smaller firms must accelerate digital transformation efforts to avoid disintermediation to larger banks or big tech organizations. We are joined on the Banking Transformed podcast today by Craig McLaughlin, CEO at Finalytics.ai and Extractable. He discusses the results of the Harris research and provides insights into how smaller organizations must respond to the digital experience challenge. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by PayPal: This podcast episode is being presented in partnership with PayPal. PayPal provides access to more than 403 million active global accounts and multiple buy now, pay later offers in a single integration. PayPal Pay in 4 enables shoppers to make purchases in four interest-free payments. Customers get more buying power and flexibility, and you get help maximizing reach and revenue. Learn more about PayPal Pay Later here.

Capco recently published research offering insights into how banks can modernize their digital banking experience to include the personalization customers expect and prefer. The study finds that regardless of age, over 70% of customers rank personalization as highly important to their banking experience. The study not only delves into how to engage customers initially, but also how to retain customers going forward by building unique and innovative digital features with a personal touch. We are joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Lane Martin, Partner and Head of U.S. Banking and Payments at Capco. He discusses the challenges firms face in putting a digital strategy in place, and the path to an effective and attractive digital platform. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by Capco  Capco is a global technology and management consultancy specializing in driving digital transformation in the financial services industry. Capco operates at the intersection of business and technology by combining innovative thinking with unrivaled industry knowledge to fast-track digital initiatives for banking and payments, capital markets, wealth and asset management and insurance.  To access the research paper, visit here

With consumers strapped for cash during these turbulent times, traditional and non-traditional financial firms are expanding financing options to support consumer and merchant needs. One of the newest solutions modernizes the old-school layaway or retail installment loan offering for the digital world. The Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) concept allows consumers to take possession of merchandise before they’ve paid in full, with access at the point of sale. We are joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Greg Lisiewski, VP, Global Pay Later Products at PayPal. He discusses the marketplace opportunities of the BNPL solution and how this can be a win-win-win for all parties involved. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by PayPal: This podcast episode is being presented in partnership with PayPal. PayPal provides access to more than 403 million active global accounts and multiple buy now, pay later offers in a single integration. PayPal Pay in 4 enables shoppers to make purchases in four interest-free payments. Customers get more buying power and flexibility, and you get help maximizing reach and revenue. Learn more about PayPal Pay Later here.

Recently, I had the opportunity to join Ron Shevlin in a unique debate on the future of financial services. Refereed by Jason Henrichs, the CEO at Alloy Labs Alliance, this debate was done in the style of championship title fight, complete with silk robes, a debate timer and an enthusiastic audience that attended the MX Money Experience Summit at the Snowbird Resort in Utah. We debated the future of fintech and challenger banks, current digital banking trends, challenges in the marketplace, and the ‘hottest topics’ in banking today. I am fortunate to have Ron Shevlin: Director of Research at Cornerstone Advisors on the Banking Transformed podcast. We do a recap of the debate and share insights we did not have time for during the actual event. View the Future of Money Experiences debate This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by PayPal: This podcast episode is being presented in partnership with PayPal. PayPal provides access to more than 403 million active global accounts and multiple buy now, pay later offers in a single integration. PayPal Pay in 4 enables shoppers to make purchases in four interest-free payments. Customers get more buying power and flexibility, and you get help maximizing reach and revenue. Learn more about PayPal Pay Later here. This Episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. The way we move money is changing. We want to send money in real-time—to the other side of the world. We want everything in one place, integrated, seamless and on our devices. Embedded, fast, standardized, frictionless and secure. These are our Financial Futures. The Financial Futures podcast by FIS explores the challenges presented by the pandemic. Is the world’s technology up to the challenge? Are we? FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests. More at: https://feeds.transistor.fm/financial-futures

Marketing is at the center of a massive transformation, driven new technologies, real-time data analytics, and major scientific advances that will power the future of the banking industry. More than ever, we need a new framework for communication, engagement and loyalty. Financial marketers need to understand this new paradigm, and prepare to embrace the opportunities that lie ahead or risk becoming irrelevant or obsolete. We are very fortunate to have Raja Rajamannar, Chief Marketing Officer at Mastercard and author of the book, ‘Quantum Marketing’ with us on the Banking Transformed podcast. He will discuss what marketers must do to prepare for a future where everything we once knew about marketing has changed. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. The way we move money is changing. We want to send money in real-time—to the other side of the world. We want everything in one place, integrated, seamless and on our devices. Embedded, fast, standardized, frictionless and secure. These are our Financial Futures. The Financial Futures podcast by FIS explores the challenges presented by the pandemic. Is the world’s technology up to the challenge? Are we? FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests. More at: https://feeds.transistor.fm/financial-futures

What can legacy financial institutions learn from the first online-only bank? Founded in 1999, First Internet Bank reimagined the traditional banking model as the first state-chartered, FDIC-insured institution to operate entirely online. What makes First Internet Bank different than other competitors that were established at about the same time, but were later either shuttered or absorbed by other entities? To understand what makes First Internet Bank unique, and how complex services can be offered by a bank with no branches, we have Nicole Lorch, the president and COO of First Internet Bank on the Banking Transformed podcast. Nicole shares her perspective on how to combine technology, analytics, innovation and a challenger mindset for long-term success. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. The way we move money is changing. We want to send money in real-time—to the other side of the world. We want everything in one place, integrated, seamless and on our devices. Embedded, fast, standardized, frictionless and secure. These are our Financial Futures. The Financial Futures podcast by FIS explores the challenges presented by the pandemic. Is the world’s technology up to the challenge? Are we? FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests. More at: https://feeds.transistor.fm/financial-futures

Inclusive and accessible digital experiences are more important now than ever before. 61 million adults in the US live with a disability and the average American reads to a 7th/8th grade level. Are your digital platforms, content, campaigns and social media posts easily accessed and understood by all? Or are you excluding huge portions of your online audience? We are very fortunate to have James Deignan, Inclusion and Accessibility Specialist at Texthelp and Jeff Wissel, Director of the office of customer accessibility at Fidelity Investments on the Banking Transformed podcast. We will discuss the rationale and benefits of ensuring that websites, social media and customer engagement are accessible and inclusive. This episode is sponsored by Texthelp Texthelp are leaders in digital inclusion and accessibility software with products used by over 40 million users. ReachDeck offers an all-in-one solution to help financial organizations improve the accessibility, readability and reach of websites and online content. For more information or a free scan of your website visit our website.

What makes a fintech firm or challenger bank different from a legacy financial institution? Is it the products offered or the digital platform? Or is it deeper than that? In discussions with dozens of fintech organizations as part of this podcast, I believe there is a completely different mindset at most fintech firms. What I have also found is that this ‘challenger mindset’ doesn’t need to exist only at new firms. It must be the foundation for any successful organization. We are very fortunate to have Eric Fulwiler, Chief Commercial Officer at 11:FS and previous executive director of VaynerMedia in London on the Banking Transformed podcast . We will discuss what it means to have a challenger mindset and why it is more important today than at any time in the past. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. The way we move money is changing. We want to send money in real-time—to the other side of the world. We want everything in one place, integrated, seamless and on our devices. Embedded, fast, standardized, frictionless and secure. These are our Financial Futures.   The Financial Futures podcast by FIS explores fintech innovation and the trends that are already transforming the way the world pays, banks and invests...across the globe. And the mechanisms we’ll need to prosper in this brave new landscape.   Is the world’s technology up to the challenge? Are we? Find Financial Futures on your favorite podcasting app.  FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.   More at: https://feeds.transistor.fm/financial-futures

As more companies navigate the return-to-office movement, management teams are faced with an increased urgency of finding, training and retaining quality talent while also creating an inclusive environment for hybrid working. It is increasingly clear that the path to long-term relevance is through leveraging human capital. But, in most cases, this will require cultural changes that will banks and credit unions win the war for talent. We are joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Jill Nowacki, president and CEO of the financial institution executive search and consulting firm, Humanidei and O’Rourke. Jill and I discuss the challenges and opportunities facing financial institutions today as they try to build future-ready workforces and cultures.

Historically, the banking industry viewed innovation as a way to add more to a product or service. The focus was often on technology, competitive offerings and ecosystems and not often enough about the customer. The world has changed … in an instant. More than ever, consumers want ways to transact and engage in a way that is easy, intuitive and emotional. Simplicity has taken center stage in the innovation process. We are joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Jin Kang Moller, previous vice president of customer experience at OCBC Bank in Singapore, and the author of the book, “The Simplicity Playbook for Innovators’. Jin and I discuss why simplicity is important and how to make it happen at any organization.

Embedded finance enables businesses to seamlessly integrate financial services into their business models, providing banking, credit, payments, or other services — efficiently and at the consumer’s point of need. According to Accenture, 47% of non-financial companies said their companies have already invested in embedded finance offerings. The vast majority of these firms also stated that embedded finance increased engagement and helped them acquire new customers. We are very fortunate to have Eric Sager, COO of Plaid and Ben Brown, cross industry financial services lead at Accenture with us on the Banking Transformed podcast. They discuss the competitive trends, the impact on traditional financial services and the opportunities in the marketplace.

Bitcoin is taking another step toward mainstream adoption, as customers of some U.S. banks will soon be able to buy, hold and sell bitcoin through their existing accounts. According to research by Cornerstone Advisors, 60% of crypto owners would use their bank to invest in cryptocurrencies. Even though interest from traditional banking firms is still rather low, could Bitcoin represent a missed opportunity at a time when money and accounts are flowing into fintech firms globally? We are very fortunate to have Patrick Sells, head of banking solutions for NYDIG, a leading technology and financial services firm dedicated to Bitcoin. Sells discusses the opportunities and challenges of traditional banks offering integrated Bitcoin solutions.

Leveraging modern technology, data, analytics and digital distribution, market leaders can use innovation to support new business models and create improved experiences. Despite these opportunities, new research by the Digital Banking Report has found that most organizations consider themselves to be behind the curve with both digital transformation and innovation. Part of the challenge is the lack of an innovation culture or leadership that fails to embrace change. We are very fortunate to have Mohit Joshi, president of Infosys, as well as Michael Ruttledge, Chief Information Officer and Head of Technology Services at Citizens Bank. They discuss the opportunities and challenges of implementing an innovation focused digital transformation process during times of rapid change. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. The way we move money is changing. We want to send money in real-time—to the other side of the world. We want everything in one place, integrated, seamless and on our devices. Embedded, fast, standardized, frictionless and secure. These are our Financial Futures.    The Financial Futures podcast by FIS explores fintech innovation and the trends that are already transforming the way the world pays, banks and invests...across the globe. And the mechanisms we’ll need to prosper in this brave new landscape.   Is the world’s technology up to the challenge? Are we? Find Financial Futures on your favorite podcasting app.   FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.   More at: https://feeds.transistor.fm/financial-futures

Research shows that the biggest banks and fintech firms are doing best at delivering digital experiences, while smaller banks and credit unions often struggle. How can mid-tier organizations keep pace with consumer and small business expectations? Where should an organization start? How can you prioritize initiatives and partner with third-party solutions providers and fintech firms to innovate and create positive experiences at scale, quickly? For answers to these and other questions, we are joined by Ross Creasy, Chief Innovation Officer at Ameris Bank in Georgia and Stuart Cook, Chief Digital Product Officer of Valley Bank in New Jersey. Both of these executives will share how they became leaders in digital banking transformation. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Terafina: NCR Terafina unifies the digital onboarding and sales experience for banks and credit unions across the digital, branch, and call-center channels. NCR Terafina’s sales platform is a multichannel product suite offering the broadest spectrum of products, including consumer deposits and lending, real estate, small business deposits and lending, and commercial deposits. Visit here to learn more about how Terafina collaborates with financial institutions to deepen customer relationships and accelerate scalable growth.

According to a recent study from Ernst & Young, 37% of consumers now say a FinTech firm is their most-trusted financial services brand, compared with 33% who name a bank as their most-trusted brand. More concerning is that Among U.S. consumers, 31% name a FinTech as their primary financial relationship (PFR), up from just 6% in 2019. Much of this shift has been caused by the shift to digital providers, that deliver more targeted solutions faster and more seamlessly than traditional banks and credit unions. Our guest is Nikhil Lele, the principal for digital transformation at EY. He discusses the shift in financial services loyalty and what banks and credit unions can do to defend relationships in a digital age. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS.  The way we move money is changing. We want to send money in real-time—to the other side of the world. We want everything in one place, integrated, seamless and on our devices. Embedded, fast, standardized, frictionless and secure. These are our Financial Futures.     The Financial Futures podcast by FIS explores fintech innovation and the trends that are already transforming the way the world pays, banks and invests...across the globe. And the mechanisms we’ll need to prosper in this brave new landscape.   Is the world’s technology up to the challenge? Are we? Find Financial Futures on your favorite podcasting app.    FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.    More at: https://feeds.transistor.fm/financial-futures

Consumers have grown to expect personalized digital experiences across all channels and throughout the entire customer journey. Much more than just good targeting for offers, organizations need to engage contextually, in real time, helping consumers reach their financial goals. Achieving personalization at scale is a daunting task for the majority of banks and credit unions. This is where the power of strategic partnerships is so important to achieve success. Our guest is Colleen Dabbs, director of solution consulting for Fiserv. We discuss the importance of creating digital solutions and delivering a personalized digital experience across channels. We also dig into how this can be achieved quickly and what are barriers to success. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Fiserv:  As a global leader in payments and financial technology, Fiserv helps clients achieve best-in-class results through a commitment to innovation and excellence in areas including account processing and digital banking solutions; card issuer processing and network services; payments; e-commerce; merchant acquiring and processing; and the Clover® cloud-based point-of-sale solution.  For more information visit  Architect | Fiserv

In February of this year, LendingClub closed the acquisition of Radius Bank, becoming a full-spectrum fintech marketplace bank and among the first fintech companies to buy a bank. LendingClub’s long-term vision is to pursue a platform strategy expanding the use of a variety of financial products and services by their 3 million members, while providing transaction integration and processing capabilities. To understand what makes this combination of digital bank and lending platform unique, we are joined by Scott Sanborn, CEO of LendingClub. Scott shares his perspective on how the LendingClub platform can leverage the loyalty of borrowers for future relationship expansion. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS. The way we move money is changing. We want to send money in real-time—to the other side of the world. We want everything in one place, integrated, seamless and on our devices. Embedded, fast, standardized, frictionless and secure. These are our Financial Futures. The Financial Futures podcast by FIS explores fintech innovation and the trends that are already transforming the way the world pays, banks and invests...across the globe. And the mechanisms we’ll need to prosper in this brave new landscape. Is the world’s technology up to the challenge? Are we? Find Financial Futures on your favorite podcasting app. FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests. More at: https://feeds.transistor.fm/financial-futures

Founded in 1935, Alliant Credit Union was created to serve the employees of United Airlines. With most members traveling across the globe, the top 10 credit union had far fewer branches than other firms its size. Today, it has transformed itself into a digital-first financial institution with no branches and a nationwide presence. To cement its leadership position, Alliant named Dennis Devine as their new CEO in mid-2020. Prior to Alliant, Devine held senior roles at KeyBank, Citizens Financial Group and PNC Bank. To understand what makes Alliant unique and why a legacy big bank executive would want to ‘downsize’, we are joined by Dennis Devine, CEO at Alliant Credit Union. Dennis shares his perspective on how Alliant delivers the best of digital while still meeting the expectations of a great human experience. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by FIS.   The way we move money is changing. We want to send money in real-time—to the other side of the world. We want everything in one place, integrated, seamless and on our devices. Embedded, fast, standardized, frictionless and secure. These are our Financial Futures.     The Financial Futures podcast by FIS explores fintech innovation and the trends that are already transforming the way the world pays, banks and invests...across the globe. And the mechanisms we’ll need to prosper in this brave new landscape.   Is the world’s technology up to the challenge? Are we? Find Financial Futures on your favorite podcasting app.    FIS. Advancing the way the world pays banks and invests.    More at: https://feeds.transistor.fm/financial-futures

More than ever in the past, data and applied analytics is being used to transform business models and create more personalized, streamlined experiences tailored to the needs and preferences of consumers and businesses alike. To compete in the future, banks and credit unions must be at the center of a good data ecosphere, serving as trusted data custodians, proving real-time value to customers. More importantly, financial institutions must give control back to the customer – so they can choose when to give up their data and for what purpose. In this episode, Hossein Rahnama, CEO and Founder of Toronto-based Flybits, discusses how data can make relationships stronger by keeping data secure and using data responsibly – on the customer’s behalf. This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is Sponsored by Flybits Flybits is the most advanced contextual engagement platform designed for the financial industry. It transforms data into experiences that build trust and preserve the privacy of individuals. So simple and accessible to use, Flybits empowers any employee to create and launch recommendations in minutes, at scale, turning a bank’s mobile channels into a destination beyond transactions. For more information visit flybits.com

Data is the foundation for the entire digital transformation process, allowing organizations to make better real-time decisions and enable the movement from being product-led to being experience-led organizations. Firms that have invested in data transformation have seen tangible results through improved business models. But, data transformation is challenging because of the structure of current data, the distribution of insights, and the lack of skills and resources to commit to a holistic data strategy. Our guest for the show is Karthik Ravindran, GM, Enterprise Data at Microsoft. He discusses the data transformation journey at Microsoft, and why data maturity is the key to success in a digital world. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

At a time when the competitiveness in the banking industry is more intense than ever, and the need for digital transformation has never been greater, is the viability of smaller community organizations at risk? Is there a way for community banks and credit unions to stand out in a world of digital giants? To dive deeper into the viability of community banking organizations, we have Gabe Krajicek, CEO of Kasasa, on the show. He discusses the benefits of local banking as well as the the opportunities for community banks to serve consumers and communities. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

McKinsey found that 90% of executives “believe that the COVID-19 crisis will fundamentally change the way they do business over the next five years.” Unfortunately, only 21% “feel confident that they are prepared to capture new growth opportunities.” At a time when technology solutions are abundant, an innovation culture is required more than ever in banking. This is because status quo is not an option in a marketplace that is changing faster than ever before, with competitors of all sizes creating new solutions at scale. We are very fortunate to have Amy Radin, founder and principal of Pragmatic Innovation Partners and author of the award-winning book, ‘The Change Maker’s Playbook: How to Seek, Seed and Scale Innovation In Any Company’. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

The pandemic disrupted the entire planet, changing consumer behavior, altering business and government assumptions, and dramatically impacting business plans. The future is still unclear, but the opportunities (and risks) are immense. What lies ahead will define winners and losers. From adoption of new technologies to a redefined future of work, and new innovation culture, digital banking transformation will require a paradigm shift in leadership thinking and a new level of agility. Our guest is Paolo Sironi, Global Research Leader for Banking and Finance at the IBM Institute for Business Value. We discuss how financial institutions will need to explore a new normal, which may require continual reinvention of business models and solutions. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

The way people and businesses shop for and buy financial services has been altered dramatically since the pandemic. No longer needing to go to a physical location, consumers can do their research, purchasing and ongoing engagement on their phone. But just because banks and credit unions have enabled consumers to open and use accounts digitally doesn’t mean they will. Growth is not a given ... and satisfaction is far from guaranteed. We are very fortunate to have James Robert Lay, CEO of the Digital Growth Institute and author of the book, “Banking on Digital Growth” on the show. He discusses digital sales models and how organizations can multiply results by following a well-defined formula. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by FIS Global If you’re looking to transform, then look no further than FIS’s Modern Banking Platform. Cloud-enabled, containerized, open and secure – it’s built from the ground up to meet the unique challenges and opportunities of the digital age. More at: fisglobal.com/modernbanking This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Modern technology is providing institutions with opportunities that expand well beyond traditional financial services. As part of digital banking transformation, financial institutions can process data and engage with consumers in ways never before possible. Tools such as open banking, cloud computing, AI and Platformification have become table stakes for remaining competitive. The question is, how do we prioritize the investment in available technologies? More importantly, how do we deploy these technologies to increase market share and improve customer experiences? Our guest is Andrew Beatty, Head of Global Next Generation Banking at FIS Global. He shares his insights and projections as to where the banking industry must focus efforts to succeed in the future. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by FIS Global   If you’re looking to transform, then look no further than FIS’s Modern Banking Platform. Cloud-enabled, containerized, open and secure – it’s built from the ground up to meet the unique challenges and opportunities of the digital age. More at: fisglobal.com/modernbanking

The pandemic has caused many banks to rethink their branch network strategy. For banks to be positioned for a future that includes greater reliance on digital delivery, organizations must explore ways that technology can enable stronger human interactions as well. It is clear that the role of the branch has changed dramatically over the past decade, but the importance of human connection still remains. But what is the right balance of physical and digital delivery for the future? And what is needed to transition to new models? We are very fortunate to have Mindy Mercaldo, Head of US Branch Network at Citi, to discuss the future of bank branch delivery and how to support growth with new delivery models. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by FIS Global  If you’re looking to transform, then look no further than FIS’s Modern Banking Platform. Cloud-enabled, containerized, open and secure – it’s built from the ground up to meet the unique challenges and opportunities of the digital age. More at: fisglobal.com/modernbanking

What is the foundation used to drive growth in an financial institution? If it's not data - it should be. Banks and credit unions have a wealth of insights that live within their account holder data. But, managing all of this data, and the accelerated speed at which it flows into the ecosystem can cripple an institution. Now more than ever, organizations must focus on leveraging both internal and external data to drive strategic decisions that can drive acquisition, share of wallet, loyalty and growth. Our guests are Marco Bernasconi, President of North Brookfield Savings Bank and Marla Pieton, VP of Marketing for Segmint. We discuss with how using data, at a foundation level, can drive growth in banking. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Segmint: Segmint empowers financial institutions and financial technology providers to easily understand and leverage data, interact with customers, and measure results. Derived from billions of transactions, Segmint provides the fastest and most accurate customer insights through advanced data tagging, categorization, and contextualization. Our insights enable all functions of an organization to inform strategies including competitive analysis, risk, marketing, customer experience, and product innovation. Learn more at segmint.com This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Before the rise of PayPal, Venmo, and dozens of other new payment solutions, banks didn't look at the payments function as an epicenter for innovation. Times have changed. Digitization of front, middle, and back office processes, plus an explosion of fintech experimentation around the world, have turned the payments function into a competitive weapon rather than a cost center. In parallel, the rise of contextual or embedded finance mean that payments innovation is changing the operating models for banks and the industries they serve. Our guest is Mike Cook, global payments leader at IBM. We discuss how the center of transformation in banking is focused on payments and how legacy financial institutions can keep pace with a new generation of providers. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by IBM: IBM has created a payments fabric where ecosystem members can easily, quickly and economically collaborate and consume payments services from banks, other Financial institutions, or FinTechs.. The IBM Payments Center brings together all elements of IBM to offer clients payments modernization services in a Payments as a Service offering. For more information visit ibm.com

Despite increased investment in digital initiatives, financial institutions continue to be concerned that they are falling behind with digital transformation efforts that are needed to build real, long-term competitive advantages. Enabling digital engagement is not enough. Banks and credit unions must re-imagining banking from the inside out, changing both how banking is done, as well as what will create value in the digital era. Our guest is Daniel Latimore, chief research officer for Celent. He discusses the ways leading financial institutions are differentiating themselves with innovation, back-office reengineering, technology modernization and new leadership paradigms. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by FIS Global    If you’re looking to transform, then look no further than FIS’s Modern Banking Platform. Cloud-enabled, containerized, open and secure – it’s built from the ground up to meet the unique challenges and opportunities of the digital age. More at: fisglobal.com/modernbanking This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

In 2009, Shamir Karkal and several colleagues created the first digital-only bank of its kind in the U.S. Struggling to describe the benefits of a bank without branches, getting funding was a difficult process. As it turned out, Simple not only grew, but was one of the first neobanks to be acquired by a legacy financial institution. When Shamir tried to generate interest for his new financial technology start-up, Sila, he generated $5 million in funding in only a few months … in a marketplace that readily embraces fintech start-ups today. On the show, Shamir Karkal, Founder & CEO of Sila, discusses how innovation in the banking industry has changed since the early days of Simple, and what the prospects are for innovation and digital banking transformation in the future. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by FIS Global  If you’re looking to transform, then look no further than FIS’s Modern Banking Platform. Cloud-enabled, containerized, open and secure – it’s built from the ground up to meet the unique challenges and opportunities of the digital age. More at: fisglobal.com/modernbanking

Competition in the financial services sector has never been more intense. Banking boundaries, that once were defined geographically, have expanded globally as a result of digital functionality. While neighborhood financial institutions built their businesses on domestic transactions, today’s consumer and small businesses are sending and receiving funds from all around the world more frequently than ever. Our guest is Stephen Kuhl, Managing Director – Financial Institutions and Strategic Partnerships for Western Union Business Solutions. We discuss why offering international payment services can be a game-changer, how to overcome hurdles, and what action steps every community bank and credit union must take right now. Episode Sponsor Western Union Business Solutions is a global leader in international payment enablement for financial institutions. With hassle-free implementation, we offer a world-class, 24/7 digital platform where customers can send payments in 130+ currencies and receive foreign funds with only a few clicks. Each institution is offered a customized solution and dedicated support to help increase customer satisfaction and attract new business. Visit HERE to learn more about Western Union Business Solutions.

In order to survive in an increasingly competitive market, financial organizations must be able to correctly identify consumers to streamline the account opening and credit application processes. This includes those with limited profiles, which has long been a shortcoming of the banking industry. It’s important that organizations use new sources of data to combat fraud and improve the customer experience for all consumers, expanding the availability of banking services for a broader population. We are fortunate to have Zac Cohen, COO of Trulioo, a global identity verification company, on the show. Zac discusses how alternative data can be used to provide stronger digital identities and provide credit and other services to the previously underserved markets.

Some experts predict the demise of community banking organizations, that are challenged by changed consumer behavior, outdated infrastructure, an evolving competitive landscape, and the high cost of digital transformation. Is there a viable niche for community banks and credit unions in an industry that is increasingly dominated by huge mega-banks, or are we entering an era of ‘too small to succeed’? If there is a niche, what needs to be done today? Our guest is Jeff Marsico, President of The Kafafian Group, Inc. and author of the new book, 'Squared Away: How Can Bankers Succeed as Economic First Responders'. Jeff discusses the role community banks and credit unions can play in an increasingly demanding banking ecosystem. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

The marketplace is being disrupted by firms that were built on digital platforms. Their agility, foundation of data, analytics and modern technology position these firms advantageously in a world that wants personalization, speed and simplicity of engagement. Which companies will thrive and which will get crushed by the powerful forces in the global business landscape now at work? How can legacy organizations compete with digital giants like Google, Facebook, Amazon and Apple? Our guest is R “Ray” Wang, Principal Analyst, Founder, and Chairman of Constellation Research, Inc., author of the best-selling book, 'Disrupting Digital Business' and his upcoming book, 'Everybody Wants to Rule The World'.   This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

More than at any time in the past, the largest banks in the U.S. have capitalized on their customers’ increased willingness to use digital financial services. U.S. Bank, the sixth largest bank in the country, has been one of the leaders in going beyond the basics in digital banking transformation. From streamlining new account opening and onboarding processes, to creating new ways to manage finances across channels, U.S. Bank combines innovation, modern technology and a focus on the customer experience to change the way people bank. Today’s guest is Dominic Venturo, senior executive vice president and chief digital officer at U.S. Bank. He discusses many of the ways that U.S. Bank has leveraged the recent changes in consumer behavior to increase efficiency and grow revenues. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Consumers are shopping for products and services, opening accounts, and building relationships using the channels they prefer. More than ever before, this is done on a mobile phone or online. The only way to support new account opening and deepen existing relationships is by seamlessly aligning your branches, call centers, and digital channels with a modern account opening and onboarding process. The guests for today’s show are Tami Ferguson, SVP and Director of Client Experience, for Washington Trust Bank and Zach Hamilton, Chief Digital Officer of Synovus. They will provide insights into how they have supported consumers across the customer journey with innovation that prioritizes customer needs. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by NCR Terafina: NCR Terafina unifies the digital onboarding and sales experience for banks and credit unions across the digital, branch, and call-center channels. NCR Terafina’s sales platform is a multichannel product suite offering the broadest spectrum of products, including consumer deposits and lending, real estate, small business deposits and lending, and commercial deposits. Visit here to learn more about how Terafina collaborates with financial institutions to deepen customer relationships and accelerate scalable growth.

Companies that use disruption as an opportunity for innovation emerge from it stronger, while companies that merely attempt to 'weather the storm' until things go back to normal miss an opportunity to thrive. Transformation is not a project or a destination, but a continuous process of adapting to a volatile and uncertain environment. But where does a financial institution begin? On this episode, we are joined for a second time by Jerry Kane from Boston College. Jerry is one of the 4 authors of the upcoming book, "The Transformation Myth: Leading Your Organization through Uncertain Times". We discuss the research and interviews done for the book, which offers a framework for understanding disruption and tools for navigating it. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Banks and credit unions are rethinking their distribution strategies as more people than ever are using digital channels. Despite this shift, closing all branches is not the best alternative. Neither is keeping them all open. Forward-thinking banks are adopting alternative models, including self-service banking that is complimented with new technology in a lean branch format. Organizations are realizing that optimal distribution begins by making all channels more efficient and effective. The guest for this Banking Transformed Solutions episode is Mark Aldred, Head of Sales for Auriga. We discuss how bank branches are only one component of an improved distribution strategy, as organizations strive to embed banking within a consumer's daily life. This Episode is Sponsored by Auriga Auriga, leading supplier of software and technological solutions for the banking and payments industries, wants to help bank branches avoid closure by moving to a “Lean Bank Branch” model. This reinvents branches as leaner operations with enhanced customer value through self-service for simple functions and video calling booths for personalised advice – reducing operating costs yet putting human connection and conversation back into banking. Find out more here.

The majority of financial institutions rank improving customer experience as their top mission, but few organizations get rave reviews. In fact, since the pandemic, it could be argued that the banking industry is doing a worse job in meeting consumer expectations. On this episode, we discuss how financial institutions need to reset their strategies around improving CX in a digital world. The competition has expanded, and consumers understand what is possible. The question is whether financial institutions are ready? We are joined by Jay Baer, one of the foremost leaders in the world of customer experience and marketing. He is founder of Convince & Convert, and the author of six best-selling books, including his newest book, “Talk Triggers: The Complete Guide to Creating Customers with Word of Mouth.” This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Doing good for the community, employees and customers goes well beyond philanthropy. Organizations need to look within to embed sustainability and social responsibility strategies into their business model, their culture and the people and organizations they interact with. Now more than ever, businesses need to think beyond profits and look at their entire value creation process to the world as a whole. What organizations will find is that there isn’t just a moral imperative for businesses and organizations to behave responsibly, but a financial one as well. We are fortunate to have Theo Lau and Bradley Leimer on the show today. They are the founders of Unconventional Ventures, and the authors of a brand new book, Beyond Good: How Technology is Leading a Purpose-driven Business Revolution. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) solutions have grown in prominence as new players and payments incumbents are battling for market share. This includes firms like Affirm, Afterpay, Klarna, QuadPay, Sezzle, and Splitit, as well as legacy payment firms like Mastercard, Visa, PayPal, and Amex. How will these providers will impact traditional POS card volume or damage the appeal of retailers’ private-label cards? And, who will win the battle for the younger consumer who is drawn to this payment option? We are joined by Adam Hughes, the CEO of Amount, a fintech provider that offers a robust point-of-sale financing product suite. Adam discusses the growth of the buy now, pay later marketplace, and how traditional financial institutions can remain competitive for this business. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

The pandemic has served to accelerate the relevance and importance of open banking as consumers become more willing to try alternative banking providers to get their digital banking needs met. At the same time, there has been a rise in contactless payments, as consumers replace cash at the point of sale. These dual market forces have provided an opportunity for big tech players, such as Apple, Amazon and Google to increasingly expand their platforms into financial services. We are joined by Pinar Ozcan, Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Saïd Business School at Oxford University. Pinar discusses how innovation in banking has been impacted by the pandemic, and the rise of big tech platforms. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Over the past year, Marcus by Goldman Sachs has continued to expand offerings, including teaming up with Amazon and Walmart to offer loans to sellers on their marketplaces, buying the General Motors credit card business, launching Marcus Insights smart tools and trackers, and most recently, announcing the offering of a digital investing platform. All of this is before the long-anticipated addition of a digital checking account.. We are very fortunate to be joined by Sonali Divilek, head of product for consumer business at Goldman Sachs, which includes Marcus by Goldman Sachs. Sonali discusses the product development strategy of Marcus, and how a partnership mentality has helped Marcus become a force in the retail banking ecosystem. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

One of the biggest problems facing legacy banking organizations today is leveraging data and advanced analytics to drive digital transformation, creating hyper-personalized experiences, supporting an innovative culture, and solving consumer challenges with appropriate technology. One organization that has emerged as a data-centric leader is TD Bank. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, TD Bank is a top 10 bank with 85,000 employees and more than 26 million customers. Branding itself as America’s Most Convenient Bank, TD has quickly responded to the needs of the digital consumer. We are very fortunate to have John Thomas, EVP and head of global innovation at TD Bank on the show. John discusses how a data-driven culture positions this legacy financial institution to be a major force in banking well into the future. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

According to the Digital Banking Report, the top priority of the majority of financial institutions is to advance digital transformation. But what is the best way to proceed? And, where should organizations start? People’s United Bank, a regional bank based in Connecticut started by forming a “business transformation office” to focus on digitization and technology development. The team is responsible for optimizing and automating back office processes as well as setting up partnerships with financial technology companies. To understand how a $60 billion dollar bank has advanced digital transformation, we are joined by Ravi Vakacherla, EVP and chief transformation officer at People’s United. Ravi shares his perspective on where organizations should start and the roadblocks to digital transformation. This Episode of Banking Transformed is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Late last year, it was announced that Google Pay will partner with legacy financial institutions in the development and distribution of checking accounts through a new service called Google Plex. In addition, Google announced a partnership with Deutsch Bank for cloud implementation and co-innovation of new products and services. For the banks, these partnership can be a way to quickly grow customer relationships and expand market coverage. These partnerships could also threaten banks that fail to execute real-time personalized digital strategies. Our guest for the show is Yolande Piazza, VP of financial services for Google Cloud. Yolande joined Google in mid-2020 after almost 15 years at Citi where she most recently managed fintech partnerships. In this episode, we discuss the financial service strategies at Google. We also discuss what the future of banking may look like and who the players may be.

As a result of the pandemic, people were forced to adopt digital alternatives to their traditional way of doing banking. This shift was not always smooth for the customer or the financial institution. Many consumers still wanted personalized interaction to learn about services. Financial institutions that want to improve engagement, interactions, and brand loyalty are responding with new forms of personalization, such as rich media like video. Our guest for the show is Jim Dicso, CEO of SundaySky. In this episode, Jim discusses how personalized video-powered experiences can drive breakthrough outcomes at key moments along the customer journey. This Episode is Sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

How can organizations compete for customers, time, attention and money in an increasingly digital world where time is limited, attention is scarce and the ability to genuinely engage with consumers has become more difficult than ever? One of the few brand differentiators available today is to build memorable and repeatable experiences. Unlike in the past, when many of these experiences could be built in a one-to-one tactile world, digital delivery changes the game. To better understand the challenges and opportunities of building a compelling customer experience, I am joined by fellow Clevelander Jim Gilmore. Jim is the coauthor, along with Joe Pine, of one of the best business books of the 20th century, "The Experience Economy". Jim shares examples of how executives from any industry can set themselves apart from the competition be creating personalized and transformative experiences. Episode Sponsor: Auriga Auriga is a leading supplier of software and technological solutions for the banking and payments industries, and a specialist provider of innovative omnichannel solutions to banks and other financial institutions. Auriga wants to help bank branches avoid closure by moving to a “Lean Bank Branch” model. The model reinvents branches as leaner operations, creating enhanced value for customers based on self-service for simple functions and video calling booths for one-to-one personalized advice - reducing their operating costs. As safety has been redefined by COVID worldwide, the lean bank branch requires no contact yet puts human connection and conversation back into banking. Find out more at www.aurigaspa.com/leanbankbranch/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/auriga-uk-the-banking-e-volution/ Twitter - @aurigaSW

The pandemic changed the business landscape for all industries … possibly none more dramatically than financial services. Already being impacted by non-traditional players, financial institutions needed to shift in an instant to satisfy customers no longer able to conduct business in traditional ways. What will 2021 look like? What major shifts will occur that will last into the future? What could surprise us in an ecosystem where change is one of the only constants? To get a perspective on the future of banking and fintech, we are joined today by Ron Shevlin, the Managing Director of Fintech Research at Cornerstone Advisors. Ron is the author of the book Smarter Bank and is a senior contributor for Forbes. Ron is also ranked among the top banking influencers globally and is a frequent keynote speaker. This episode is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Mobile banking usage is rising quicker than ever as a result of the pandemic. With close to 50% of consumers stating that mobile is a top-three factor that determines their choice of financial institutions (after fees), it is imperative that banks offer mobile features that consumers value most. However, it is not enough to just enable mobile banking capabilities. Banks must also remove friction and provide the user experience that consumers desire as well. The guest for the show is Mark Donohue, founder and CEO of Hong Kong-based iSky Research. In this episode, Mark discusses what makes a mobile banking leader, given the insight Mark has from monitoring hundreds of banks globally on functionality and user experience.

Research from the Digital Banking Report has found that the biggest barrier to successful digital transformation is legacy leadership and culture that is unable to embrace the skills and mindsets needed for the future of banking. The future of banking and the future of work has made it clear that a different type of leader is required to guide people and organizations to success in the next decade. The question is whether financial industry leaders at all levels can embrace change, take risks and disrupt themselves. We are joined today by Jacob Morgan, futurist, TED speaker and best-selling author of 4 books including his newest book, The Future Leader. On the show, Jacob shares insights from his in-depth research on how leadership is changing, what leadership is going to look like in the future, and what we need to do now to be future-ready leaders. This episode is sponsored by Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

As the largest U.S. bank, Chase is committed to a strong multichannel strategy, building new branches while also being a leader in digital banking innovation. With 55 million digitally active customers, representing close to 70% of the Chase customer base, Chase continues to provide consumers with the banking options they desire—whether it be physical to digital. With the pandemic making consumers more aware of the need for digital banking solutions, as well as more demanding of their digital banking experience, the need to improve both speed and simplicity of digital engagement has never been more important. To understand how Chase continues to be a leader in digital channel growth, we are joined today by Allison Beer, Head of Digital at Chase bank, where she leads digital innovation for the bank. In the episode, we discuss the impact of the pandemic on digital banking and the future of digital at Chase. Episode Sponsor: Microsoft See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

Founded in 2006, Tinkoff is Russia’s largest online challenger bank offering a huge range of services, including mobile personal and business accounts, investment and insurance products, as well as being Russia’s second-largest issuer of credit cards. Tinkoff has also diversified into non-financial services, including travel, ticketing and bookings services — all available through its lifestyle super app. This expansive array of services has led to profits of over $500 million in 2019, with a current customer base of more than 12 million customers. Tinkoff consistently wins awards as the best digital-only bank, serving customers remotely via online channels and a cloud-based call center. TCS group also has a proprietary nationwide network of representatives. Our guest for the show is Oliver Hughes, CEO of Tinkoff. In this episode, we discuss how the combination of an innovative business model, a strong team and a recognized brand can yield success anywhere in the world. Episode Sponsor: Microsoft: See how Microsoft can help to unlock new opportunities at speed through innovative business models, deliver differentiated customer experiences across channels, products and services, and redefine new ways of working. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

We have had the opportunity to interview many fintech start-ups and challenger banks on the Banking Transformed podcast. None are like Starling Bank. First of all, Starling was founded by a woman with a legacy banking background. Not just any woman, but an extraordinarily tenacious, middle-aged, short-statured woman who doesn’t fit the traditional mode of a fintech founder. Anne Boden had a view of what banking should look like in the future far before many of her challenger bank peers. What also sets Starling bank apart is that they have become the first of the new breed of digital banks in the UK to become profitable. With nearly 1.8 million accounts, £4 billion in deposits and £1.5 billion of lending, they have doubled their customer base in the past year and continue to introduce new services at a frenetic pace. We are joined today by Anne Boden, founder and CEO of Starling, and author of a new tell-all book, Banking On It: How I Disrupted an Industry. On the show, Anne provides an inside look into the origins, successes and challenges of Starling Bank.

When COVID-19 hit, the banking industry was caught off-guard, needing to provide financial services without physical structures, deliver relief to consumers and small businesses in ways never imagined, accelerate digital transformation and innovation efforts, and perform all of these in a remote work environment. With the pandemic crisis mode mostly in the rearview mirror, financial institutions are determining the next best action – placing their bets for the future. Some are doubling down on investments in data, analytics, advanced technology and the reskilling of workforces. Others are delaying or cancelling projects, focusing mostly on improving digital maturity and efficiency. We are joined today by Jim Eckenrode, managing director of the Deloitte Center for Financial Services. On the show, Jim discusses how the financial services industry adjusted to the impact of the pandemic, and what the outlook for the industry will be in 2021 and beyond.

Banking has historically been an industry founded by men, run by men, with products created for men. Recently, progress has been made, but the gender bias in banking still runs deep. Surprisingly, this same bias exists in fintech, where there are far too few female fintech founders and too few women working at these new start-ups. The question is, is this a supply issue or a demand issue? More importantly, how do we address these imbalances that continue to impact the funding mechanism, the ability to get new ideas heard, and the potential for innovations geared to women? We are joined today by Neha Mehta, founder of Femtech Partners, a consulting firm based out of Singapore helping fintech start-ups get a foothold in Asia and promoting women in fintech. On the show, Neha discusses some of the challenges women face in getting an equal opportunity for funding, having a seat at the management table, working at start-ups, and having the ability to create solutions geared to the female market.

The best way to increase sales, loyalty and customer satisfaction is to reduce the effort needed to proceed along the customer journey. Jeff Bezos said, “When you reduce friction – make something easy – people do more of it.” Customers have been trained by companies like Amazon, Google, Uber, Netflix, Rocket Mortgage and others that processes can be simplified in a digital world. The key is to be able to identify roadblocks and change them for the benefit of both your company and the customer. We are joined by Roger Dooley, author of the books ‘Brainfluence: 100 Ways to Persuade and Convince Customers With Neuromarketing’, and ‘Friction: The Untapped Force That Can Be Your Most Powerful Advantage’. During the interview, Roger shares how behavioral science can help identify and eliminate the friction that can destroy a customer experience.

The outbreak of the COVID-19 posed great challenges to the global economy and people’s daily lives, and has had far-reaching consequences beyond the spread of the disease. It has changed the way consumers perform transactions and engage with friends, family and organizations. At the same time, the pandemic was the foundation for increased creativity and innovation. In the banking industry, we have seen new products developed, new ways of engaging emerge and traditional services transformed for a new digital era. To discuss the findings of our Retail Banking Innovation 2020 Digital Banking Report report, we are joined by Sanat Rao, Chief Business Officer and Global Head of Infosys Finacle, the sponsor of the report. In this episode, we discuss this year’s findings and the ramifications for financial institutions in the future.

While almost every financial institutions wants to market to, and build relationships with, the Gen Z consumer, few organizations understand who the Gen Z consumer is, what they want from a brand, how to market to them, or how to make them loyal customers. Just as importantly, few organizations understand how to recruit and retain them as loyal employees. Bottom line, the Gen Z consumer is often misunderstood or categorized only by their digital channel inclinations. Financial institutions need to much dig deeper to maximize the value of this important segment. We are joined today by Jason Dorsey, president of the Center for Generational Kinetics and the foremost leader in the understanding of the Gen Z consumer. On the show, Jason shares insights from his most recent global research that is featured in his new book, Zconomy, How Gen Z Will Change the Future of Business – And What to Do About It.

Before the pandemic, digital transformation was optional for many organizations. When COVID-19 took hold, necessity dictated that all organizations ‘become digital’. Remote work became the norm, and the agenda for technology investment changed as consumers and businesses expected experiences similar to what they received from Amazon, Netflix, Zoom and Uber. But the future of banking is far from clear. There are optimists who believe the industry will transform itself through modern technology to be more than it is today. There are pessimists who believe traditional banking is dead. The reality is probably somewhere in between. We are fortunate to be joined today by Theo Priestley, globally recognized futurist and international speaker, author, and authority on the future of business, technology, and society. He is also working on a collaborative book entitled, 'The Future Starts Now'. During the interview, Theo provides perspective on what we can expect as consumers and as bankers.

When you think of global leaders in digital banking, the conversation must start with Tencent-backed WeBank, the first digital-only bank in China. Launched at the end of 2014, WeBank has experienced astounding growth, with digital technology that is considered an industry best. Today, WeBank has over 200 million customers and is the leader in assets, loans, net profits, return on equity in the Chinese digital banking space. WeBank was founded with the mission of providing ‘“affordable, accessible, appropriate, and sustainable” banking services for underserved individuals and small businesses. As opposed to being a bank with technology advantages, it is a shining example of a technology company with banking licenses. We were granted an exclusive interview with Henry Ma, executive vice president and CIO of WeBank who I met back in January when I visited WeBank in Shenzhen. During the interview, Ma discusses WeBank’s mission of delivering financial inclusion at scale by leveraging AI, blockchain, cloud computing and big data.

According to a recent survey by Deloitte, nearly two-thirds of respondents said that global digital identity will be very important in the future despite the fact that digital IDs are still largely underused in the world today. Newer digital identity verification methods, like biometrics, could provide far superior authentication protocols and offer customers more seamless experiences while protecting against fraudsters. Digital IDs could also greatly enhance the gig economy, where the identity of remote workers is paramount to the protection of valuable corporate and consumer assets. While passwords are currently king, the development of universal digital recognition solutions that are both seamless and secure will eventually be the norm. We are fortunate to have Dave Birch, Author, advisor and commentator on digital financial services on the show today. During the podcast, Dave discusses the benefits and risks of digital identity, the role of the banking industry, and how we must balance connected commerce with human rights.

In late 2019, BB&T and SunTrust combined to become the 6th largest bank in the country, serving 10 million households. Looking at the strategic and financial benefits of the merger, the mission was to preserve the strong cultures of the legacy organizations, while using the combined scale and cost savings to build best of breed systems, processes and digital capabilities. At the time of the merger, the question was whether two legacy banking organizations could reinvent themselves for the future of banking, making the foundational changes needed in culture, leadership focus, and innovation spirit ,while retaining what customers of both organizations had cherished from the past. I am joined today by Scott Case, the CIO of Truist. In this episode, we discuss the status of this historic merger, the role technology and innovation has played, and the impact that COVID-19 has had on the intended results.

In May of this year, Brian Brooks took office as Acting Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). During his short tenure, Brooks has already made statements regarding the role of banking organizations in supporting communities, approved the first national charter to a fintech organization and suggested a federal payments charter. He has even asked for public input on how banks store and manage crypto. It is clear that Brooks has a significantly updated perspective on the role of the OCC than his predecessors or the leaders of other regulatory bodies. It is still to be seen how broad the changes in regulations will be going forward. We are fortunate to be granted an exclusive interview with Brian Brooks, the Acting Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). Brooks’ background includes roles at OneWest Bank, the board at Fannie Mae and as chief legal officer at Coinbase. In today’s episode, we discuss the speed of how regulations are changing and the expected impact on legacy banking.

There has never been a more important time for executives to evaluate their position in the marketplace and to determine their future path to personal and professional success. No matter what your position in an organization, you can’t be successful without loving what you do and being recognized for who you are. Now more than ever it is time to embrace change, take risks and transform yourself. Or, as my guest today would say, “Be Bold, Be Brilliant, Be You”. I am joined today by Katrina McGhee, executive vice president of marketing and communications for the American Heart Association. Katrina is a world renowned brand strategist, innovator, success coach, keynote speaker and the author of two books: "Loving on Me!: Lessons Learned on the Journey from MESS to MESSAGE" and "BE BOLD BE BRILLIANT BE YOU: Lessons from the C-Suite to Accelerate Your Career." During the show, Katrina discusses her non-traditional career path, and shares ideas on how women (and even men) can understand who they are, what they want, what they can uniquely contribute and how to realize the dream life once felt to be unachievable.

In a post-COVID world, financial institutions must deliver innovative credit options, on-demand, in an almost instantaneous manner. To accomplish this feat – which had previously only been offered by fintech firms – traditional financial institutions will need to rethink back-office processes that currently hinder the speed to deliver digital credit. This will require the rethinking of everything from an organization’s origination process, to credit checks, to the operation of approvals, focusing on being able to use data to reduce costs, improve speed and expand the potential marketplace. I was very fortunate to be granted an exclusive interview with Christopher Maloof, chief product officer at MeridianLink, as part of the Banking Transformed podcast. His perspective on the results of this year’s research is a great overview on what banks and credit unions must do to succeed in the future.

Dubai-headquartered Emirates NBD has the distinction of being a legacy bank fully committed to innovation, digital transformation and customer-centricity. Rather than moving in baby steps, Emirates has made major efforts to build unique digital solutions for select segments. In 2017, Emirates NBD introduced Liv, a digital lifestyle banking platform geared to the needs of Millennials and Gen Z customers. The most recent iteration of the digital app was introduced this summer, integrating several third-party platforms, allowing customers to book tables or flights, play games or get concert tickets, and receive discounts on food and retail. The app also provides a host of financial tools to better manage money. We are joined today by Jayesh Patel, the head of Liv, the first digital-only lifestyle bank which is part of Emirates NBD. With more than 300,000 users, Liv has leveraged an open API platform to expand product features and boost Emirates NBD’s revenues. On today’s episode, Jayesh discusses digital transformation at Emirates NBD, the importance of an innovation culture and the development of a challenger bank within a legacy banking organization.

Even before the pandemic, there was a financial crisis where many consumers had difficulty making ends meet, causing missed monthly payments or overdrafts with fees that quickly added up. Initially created as a budgeting tool to help consumers avoid overdraft fees, the Mark Cuban-backed fintech named Dave has morphed into a digital banking platform that provides free paycheck advances of up to $100, helps gig workers find jobs, plants trees and offers an alternative to the big Goliath banks. We were fortunate to get some time with Jason Wilk, co-founder and CEO of Dave. During the show, Wilk discusses his career path as a 4X founder, the mission of Dave, the increasingly competitive challenger bank space and how Dave responded to a recent security breach.

In 2014, BankMobile was launched as a division of Customers Bank. As opposed to relying only on organic growth, BankMobile quickly grew with a B2B2C strategy, acquiring college student checking platform HigherOne. They also used a white-label strategy with telecom disruptor Sprint Mobile. Recently, BankMobile was re-positioned as part of a separate technology platform available to smaller banking organizations hoping to jump-start their digital banking offerings. The digital bank also announced a partnership with Google to offer their account within the GooglePay app. We are very fortunate to have Jay and Luvleen Sidhu, co-founders of BankMobile on the show. This highly innovative father/daugher combo have been covered by, and contributed to, The Financial Brand and the Financial Brand Forum through the years. They discuss the recent moves by BankMobile and the underlying strategy that has made this evolutionary digital bank a success.

Until recently, fintech firms have usually partnered with traditional banks to provide banking services as opposed to going through the lengthy and costly process of getting their own bank charters. Breaking away from that model, Varo Money became the first challenger bank to receive a national bank charter. The national charter from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) was the first ever granted to a fintech company, allowing Varo to offer credit cards, make loans and generate insured deposits nationally. We caught up with Colin Walsh, founder and CEO of Varo Money, Inc., Varo, which began offering mobile-only banking services in 2015. Walsh discusses why Varo pursued a national charter, the benefits of being a mobile-only bank, and how to gain scale in an industry that already has too many players.

The battle to become the primary financial relationship for consumers continues to intensify, with the lines blurring between traditional banks, digital banks, robo-advisors and tech firms offering financial services. With the COVID-19 crisis driving consumers to digital banking options, the desire for new ways to bank became a necessity. Consumers are finding alternatives to the bank that has dozens or hundreds of branches. From low cost options designed to replace check cashing facilities to more sophisticated alternatives that are focused on investment accumulation, the marketplace is crowded. We are fortunate to have Andy Rachleff, co-founder and executive chairman of Wealthfront on the show today. Along with Dan Carroll, Andy has built Wealthfront into one of the premier financial services organizations, expanding from a foundation of digital wealth management to providing high interest digital savings and a new checking option.

The Digital Banking Report has just completed research on the impact of the pandemic on financial marketing. We found that changes in almost every area of financial marketing were more dramatic than in any of the previous 7 years. This is primarily because consumer adoption of digital alternatives advanced a decade in a matter of weeks. We found major changes in marketing spend, solution prioritization, use of data and technology, and even marketing talent deployment that will unlikely revert to pre-pandemic norms. Some of these changes represent accelerations of previous trends, while some are new trends altogether. It is yet to be seen the duration of these changes, but each deserves a careful review. To discuss the findings of our State of Financial Marketing report, we are joined by Barry McCarthy, president and CEO of Deluxe Corporation, the sponsor of the report. In this episode, we discuss this year’s findings and the ramifications for financial institutions in the future.

While COVID-19 forced people into a digital-only lifestyle, there was still a desire for humanized experiences. Some banks and credit unions were prepared to deliver these personalized digital engagements, while others fell short of expectations at the worst possible time. More than ever, consumers are looking for assurance and comfort regarding their finances and want their financial institution to know them, understand them and reward them. They are also highly sensitive to efforts that feel self-serving or inauthentic. To understand how consumer expectations have been transformed during the pandemic, we are joined by Beth Johnson, chief experience officer at Citizens Bank. In the episode, we discuss the findings of the bank’s inaugural Banking Experience Survey, which looks at the ways consumer expectations have changed and what financial institutions must do in the short and long term to succeed.

In a world impacted by COVID-19, brand recognition and authenticity have never been more important, while the reach of traditional marketing channels continue to erode. This is where influencer marketing can help. With social media becoming more entrenched in people's daily lives, the use of influencer marketing continues to skyrocket. Beyond celebrities, a new breed of niche influencer can provide financial institutions access to a huge following of potential prospects not available with other promotional methods. To understand the potential of influencer marketing on building brand recognition and value, we are joined by Elma Beganovich, one of the co-founding sisters of New York-based A&E, a digital agency with a powerful portfolio of Fortune 500 companies including Netflix, Wells Fargo, Procter & Gamble, and Johnson & Johnson. In the episode, we discuss how financial institutions of all sizes can benefit from influencer marketing and how to implement a stronger social strategy.

The COVID-19 crisis has put a spotlight on the outdated tech infrastructures of many traditional financial services companies. As cloud computing has matured, banks and credit unions have hesitated to embrace the technology, worried about security, unsure of the benefits and unwilling to hand over control of their data. The pandemic is expected to accelerate a shift to the cloud, not only because many of the concerns have been addressed, but also because fintech and bigtech organizations are built around modern technologies that provide them a competitive advantage. To understand the potential of cloud technology and the options available to financial services firms of all sizes, we are joined by Tom Eck, global chief technology officer at IBM and Spiros Margaris, Venture Capitalist and Founder of margaris ventures. In this episode, they discuss how cloud computing fits into the entire digital transformation journey and why cloud computing is more than just a new technology. For more information, please visit: https://ibm.co/32YLeSg

With an immediate shift to a work-at-home reality and increased use of digital channels, organizations need to think beyond immediate operational challenges, anticipating consumer’s need for increased emotional engagements, improved personalization and a new focus on experiences beyond daily transactions. Not to be forgotten is the need to invest in best-in-class digital capabilities and functionality, as consumers are becoming increasingly intolerant of poor digital performance. To understand the COVID impact on customer experience, we are joined by Harley Manning, vice president and research director for Forrester’s customer experience practice. Pam Piligian, SVP of marketing and communications from Navy Federal Credit Union also joins us. In the episode, we discuss how the pandemic has changed CX in banking and how Navy Federal Credit Union continues to deliver industry leading customer experiences.

Most traditional banks were unprepared for the flight to digital that occurred due to COVID-19. Mobile-only challenger bank Current has seen customer growth skyrocket during the pandemic, appealing to lower-wage earners who don’t want to worry about minimum balances or overdraft fees. Serving over 1 million active users and projected to double in size by the end of the year, Current serves a sweet spot of workers who live paycheck to paycheck and previously frequented very expensive check cashing facilities or risked paying penalty fees at traditional banks. We caught up with Stuart Sopp, founder and CEO of Current, and previous Wall Street trader, to discuss the strategy of lowering the barriers for financial inclusion to a growing demographic of younger, lower paid consumers who want hassle-free basic banking services. In the episode, Stuart discusses how the pandemic served as a launch pad for the challenger bank and how to differentiate a challenger bank in a crowded marketplace.

At no time has the importance of innovation and the deployment of advanced technologies in banking been more evident than today. With more consumers embracing digital banking, banks are being challenged to replicate the level of engagement of bigtech and new tech organizations such as Amazon, Google, Netflix, Zoom and Alibaba. One of the perennial global leaders in technological innovation for banking is CaixaBank, Spain's leading digital financial services provider. As a pioneer in digital transformation, the application of artificial intelligence, innovative product design, and hybrid cloud utilization, CaixaBank continues to be at the forefront of what banking can become. We are joined today by Benjami Puigdevall, long time veteran at CaixaBank and current CEO of imagin, a digital lifestyle platform created and supported by CaixaBank. On today’s episode, Benjami discusses digital transformation at CaixaBank, the importance of an innovation culture and the development of imagin.

COVID-19 has had an immediate impact on loyalty and reward programs due to the unprecedented period of low travel and entertainment. As people stopped flying, staying in hotels, and eating out, loyalty programs had to respond quickly. Organizations that can identify, communicate, and act upon a brand purpose that overlaps with the values of the consumer will be better positioned to thrive as we enter a new normal. In other words, loyalty that focuses much more closely on consumer preferences rather than merely shelling out points will win in the long run. We are joined today by Mary Hines, chief marketing officer for the US Consumer Bank at Citi. On today's episode, Mary discusses the importance of turning loyalty program interactions from something that is occasional to something habitual.

Many fintech firms struggle to gain scale, funding and brand recognition in an increasingly crowded banking ecosystem. Leveraging the power of digital technology and over a century’s worth of brand expertise, Goldman Sachs introduced its consumer banking platform, Marcus in 2016.   Through acquisitions, partnerships with firms like Apple and Amazon, and significant organic growth, Marcus has grown into a multiproduct platform, with $80 billion in deposits across the US and UK, $7 billion in consumer loan and card balances and millions of customers — all without the traditional brick-and-mortar branch model.   We are joined today by Dustin Cohn, Head of Brand and Marketing over Consumer and Investment Management for Goldman Sachs and the Marcus brand. On today’s episode, Dustin discusses the building of a new digital banking brand within a legacy financial firm and the mission of creating a unique customer experience.

The banking industry had been warned for decades to become more innovative, transform to digital, embrace new technologies and become more aware of consumer and societal needs. Rather than moving forward, many organizations hesitated due to cost, the desire to stay the course, or even ‘intentional blindness’.   Unexpectedly, however, the world was disrupted by COVID-19 pandemic that required digital engagement, and more recently a social pandemic centered on racial equality, diversity and inclusion. These events created four seismic shifts in awareness and behavior that are reshaping our understanding of business, society, technology and ourselves.   We are joined today by Nancy Giordano, strategic futurist, founder of PlayBig, Inc. and co-founder of the Femme Futurists Society. In the episode, Nancy discusses how the recent confluence of pandemics have impacted the future of work, our perspective on social inequities, changes in consumption and our understanding of ourselves.

The world is faced with uncertain times caused by the global pandemic combined with demands for increased equality, diversity and inclusion. Beyond empty posturing, the banking industry must make a meaningful difference locally and globally on important social issues.   This includes stronger leadership that looks beyond ethics to also include a moral compass for decisions. It also includes increased sustainable investing, greater employee involvement in social causes, and a change in hiring and advancement practices.   To better understand the challenges and opportunities faced by banks and credit unions, we are joined today by legendary basketball coach, author and inspirational speaker, Mike Jarvis. Using his 25 years as an NCAA coach as a guide, Mike shares his insights into what leaders and organizations must do today to meet the needs of the community.

In the past decade, the marketplace has seen the development of more banking competitors than in the previous hundred years. From solution specific fintech firms like Stripe and Robinhood to digital-first neo banks like Revolut and Monzo, the marketplace has been seen entries of all types and sizes.   But, with COVID-19 impacting the funding availability to fintech firms, is there room for new fintech solutions? More importantly, what will happen to those firms that do not yet have scale?   Today, we are joined by Anthony Thomson, serial entrepreneur and founder of three challenger banks … Metro Bank and Atom Bank in the U.K. and most recently, 86 400 in Australia. Rather than triple down on a single banking concept, each organization from Thomson has been an iteration that mirrors the evolution of consumer banking needs. In the show, Thomson discusses his journey, as well as how fintech firms can survive in a post COVID-19 world.

The COVID-19 crisis has impacted both humanity and business in an instantaneous and dramatic way. But, while each pandemic throughout history has been unique, each has brought about massive changes in the way we live, the priorities we set, how we interact and the businesses that emerge. Survival is a great motivator for change. As a result, pandemics have always led to innovations that have changed our lives.   We have already seen the increased reliance on remote working, contactless commerce, video engagement and new forms of entertainment. We have also seen a disruption across financial services.   Today, we are joined by Richard Turrin, financial technology consultant and best-selling author of the book, ‘Innovation Lab Excellence: Digital Transformation from Within’. With a history as a banker and the head of IBM’s innovation lab in Singapore, Richard explains why COVID-19 will fuel the next wave of innovation in banking.  

Data and advanced analytics are the foundation of every organization. Beyond improving efficiency and understanding business success, the power of data and predictive modeling can improve the understanding of consumer needs and personalize experiences.   Bottom line, the survival of financial organizations in a post COVID-19 world will depend on how insights are collected and how they are used for the consumer’s benefit.   In this episode, we are joined by Ryan Caldwell and Brandon Dewitt, the co-founders of MX Technologies, located right outside Provo Utah. MX works with more than 2,000 organizations to gather, enrich, present, and act on data. Today, we discuss how data and advanced analytics is a matter of survival for financial institutions, consumers and even in their personal lives.

The best and most respected leaders shine the brightest during times of crisis. Not relying on a crisis management plan, the best managers surround themselves with the best people and provide a platform for growth for those within the organization.   As a result, moving to a work from home environment should not disrupt an organization, but simply change the environment from where work is done. In all industries, especially banking, those institutions that have most respected leaders will be the winners.   We are very fortunate to be joined today by Tom Peters, one of the most respected names in business for over 40 years. A management revolutionary, Tom was the coauthor of what many considered to be the best business book ever, ‘In Search of Excellence’. A prolific bestselling author, Peters has written close to 20 books over the years. In today’s episode, Tom shares his insights and what differentiates a great leader during times of massive change.

The financial services industry is known for century-old institutions with rules and policies that are often outdated, yet preserved by regulations. Whether we are talking about banking, insurance or investment services, transformation is often slow and outside competition is met with significant resistance.   This is why it is so exciting to do a profile on a disruptor organization that finds success despite these hurdles. Lemonade is such a company, forming an insurance company that aligns the interests of the carrier with those of the customer, in a way that is economically viable. They have found success using cutting edge technology, a completely different business model and a passion for doing good.   We caught up with Lemonade’s CEO and cofounder Daniel Schreiber for an exclusive interview to find out how artificial intelligence, behavioral economics and a focus on transparency and purpose have been used to disrupt the centuries-old insurance industry.

The COVID-19 pandemic is the most serious challenge to retail banking in almost a century. Retail banks have had to rethink distribution, support government relief programs and manage remote workforces, all while trying to meet consumer expectations during a period of household-level economic uncertainty.   These challenges are only the tip of the iceberg, however, as the economic fallout and the redefined structure of the financial services ecosystem are beginning to emerge. It is clear that the ‘new normal’ in retail banking will be far different than we ever imagined only a few months ago.   We are fortunate to get an exclusive interview with Richard Hunt, president and CEO of the Consumer Bankers Association (CBA). Since his appointment in 2009, Hunt has helped to navigate the banking industry through a period of unprecedented change. In this episode, Hunt provides his perspectives for the future of retail banking during a period of tremendous uncertainty.

According to Malcolm Gladwell, a ‘tipping point’ is the moment of critical mass, when an idea, trend or behavior crosses a threshold and spreads like wildfire. The COVID-19 crisis is an example of such a phenomenon and so has been the instantaneous impact of this crisis on the digital transformation of banking.   Organizations that had not already embraced the entirety of how to become a ‘digital bank’ were caught flat footed as branch doors were closed and customers were required to transact on digital channels. In some cases, accounts couldn't be opened or loan applications taken, In all cases, organizations that had not digitally transformed their operations, products and culture delivered suboptimal customer experiences.   We are fortunate to be joined again by one of the foremost authorities on the future of banking, Chris Skinner. Chris is a prolific blogger and he is joining us today to discuss his newest book, “Doing Digital: Lessons from Leaders”. In this episode, Chris capsulizes interviews he did with several of the leading digital banks in the world, providing a detailed guide for those institutions who are now playing catch up.

In the book, 'Disrupt Yourself', by Whitney Johnson, it is suggested that the disruptions and changes that matter most start with personal disruptions and change. There is no doubt that the COVID-19 crisis has disrupted every person’s life and every organization’s business model.   The crisis has impacted the way we learn, the way we interact, the way we work and the way we think about our personal and corporate priorities. Every step of the way, modern digital technologies have been brought front and center, with the importance of data, advanced analytics and contextualization being shown to be more important than ever.   We are fortunate to be joined today by Tamara McCleary, the CEO of Thulium and a top 10 social media influencer in AI, robotics, digital technology and martech. A globally recognized futurist and keynote speaker, Tamara shares her perspectives on the impact of COVID-19 on the technology ecosystem and what consumers will be expecting when this crisis subsides.

After COVID-19, the world around us will be changed forever. In a matter of weeks, working from home has become the norm, not the exception. The virus has forced a reckoning of how we view work, travel, engagement with others and the technologies that make these possible.   Before the pandemic, digital transformation was optional for many organizations. When COVID-19 took hold, necessity dictated that all organizations ‘become digital’. Virtually all work that can be done online has gone online, with new ways to collaborate and innovate. With work-from-home quickly becoming the norm, it is unlikely that the corporate office will be the only place to ‘get things done’ in the future.   Our guest is Benjamin Pring, head of Cognizant’s Center for the Future of Work. Ben is a co-author of the best-selling books, 'What To Do When Machines Do Everything' and 'Code Halos; How the Digital Lives of People, Things, and Organizations are Changing the Rules of Business'. In this episode, Ben provides a glimpse into the future of work and the impact on education, lifestyle, commerce and even the environmental agenda.

Despite the best intentions, consumers do not always act rationally with regards to money management. While we all know that we should limit debt and increase savings, many people live day-to-day, and have far less set aside for financial emergencies than needed.   Unfortunately, most people’s irrational behavior around money became exposed with the impact of COVID-19. Across the globe, households lost their safety net of predictable events that they depended on, from a regular paycheck to savings that they had planned to set aside.   Today’s guest on the podcast is Dan Ariely, the foremost researcher of behavioral economics in the world. A prolific best-selling author, fintech advisor and professor at Duke University, Ariely discusses why humans don’t always act rationally about money and the result of these irrational behaviors. He also shares thoughts on how consumers and financial institutions can recover from the challenges brought on by COVID-19.

I had the unique opportunity to visit WeLab as part of my visit to China in early January. WeLab uses proprietary risk management technology and advanced AI to analyze mobile data within seconds, providing financial solutions to over 42 million customers across Asia. WeLab is also one of the first institutions to receive a virtual banking license in Hong Kong.   Despite the advanced technology and innovative deployment of digital products and services, what impressed me most about WeLab during my visit was the evolving culture of the organization and the commitment to employee as well as customer satisfaction.   Today’s guest on the podcast is Simon Loong, Founder and Group CEO of WeLab. During our interview, Simon shares his perspective on how to use mobile data to create customer profiles and the importance of culture within a rapidly growing organization. We also discuss the lingering impact of COVID-19 on his organization and on China.

According to the 2019 U.S. Financial Health Pulse report, less than 30% of Americans could be considered financially healthy, with millions of households not having enough money in savings to get through a month. These are the people who are the most at risk given today’s COVID-19 crisis.   The longer this crisis continues, the greater the financial impact on consumers at all levels. Protracted and dynamic pandemic conditions will also draw out anxiety and financial stress impacting relationships and creating underlying phychosocial behaviors. Unfortunately, things will get worse before they get better.   Today’s guest on the podcast is Jennifer Tescher, President & CEO of the Financial Health Network, the nation’s authority on consumer financial health. Tescher founded the Financial Health Network in 2004. During our interview, Jennifer shares her perspective on what both government and the banking industry need to do to support the financial health of all citizens.

The number of bank branches and the number of people visiting bank branches has been decreasing for years. As a result of recent events, many organizations have closed branches completely, while others have reverted to auto teller operations.   Could the Coronavirus create a shift in attitude, as people are forced to bank online or on their mobile devices? More importantly, as consumers get more comfortable, and find that managing their money digitally is easier and safer, will they stop visiting their bank branch altogether … even after the pandemic ends?   Today’s guest on the podcast is Jamie Warder, EVP and head of digital banking at KeyBank. Prior to joining Key, Jamie was the President of USAA Bank as well as working at Capital One, PNC Bank and McKinsey & Co. During our interview, Jamie discusses the way KeyBank is shifting to a more digital organization, while still supporting traditional channels. He also discusses how KeyBank is responding to the recent marketplace changes.

The push for digital banking amid the growing emphasis on social distancing has put a spotlight on those organizations that have lagged behind the marketplace with digital delivery and digital transformation. But, can laggard organizations pick up the pace when the rest of the world grinds to a halt?   We are faced with a unique time in banking where organizations that have invested in advanced analytics, innovation and digital transformation have the opportunity to leverage their customer experience and digital product advantages more than ever.   Today’s guest on the podcast is Jeremy Balkin, the head of innovation at HSBC. Jeremy is also the author of two books, ‘Investing with Impact: Why Finance is a Force for Good’, and ‘Millennialization of Everything: How to Win When Millennials Rule the World’. During our interview, Jeremy discusses the importance of innovation during times of disruption and how organizations can go further to illustrate empathy through innovation.

The marketing profession has moved from art to science, with the use of new technologies powered by artificial intelligence (AI), with a level of personalization and real-time communication only dreamed of in the past. But, how does marketing change during a time of economic crisis?   As opposed to using marketing to sell products, how can marketing be leveraged to help customers manage their finances and provide support during difficult times? Where speed, tone and clarity of communication is of utmost importance, how can financial institutions help consumers use channels they may be unfamiliar with and proactively provide financial solutions they may be unaware of?   Today’s guest is Rohit Mahna, head of the financial services practice at Salesforce. He’s got an insider’s perspective on how financial institutions can use data and advanced analytics to meet consumer needs while building brand loyalty. We discuss how organizations can combine empathy with solution-based marketing, moving transactions to digital channels while remaining agile during turbulent times.  

Financial institutions that are leaders in the use of data and AI are quickly differentiating themselves in a marketplace that puts a premium on data-backed decisions and intelligent interactions.   AI brings the potential for disruption and transformation due to its ability to make decisions and take action much quicker than its human counterparts. It has been seen as a means of increasing productivity within a company and improving revenues through better customer engagements.   But the use of AI is not without pitfalls, risks and detractors. Will AI discriminate between classes of people? Will AI be used for good or just corporate greed? How should the use of AI be regulated?   To discuss the opportunities and challenges of AI in banking, we interviewed Dan Faggella, founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence research agency, Emerj. Dan is a globally recognized speaker on the use-cases of artificial intelligence in business, and has presented to the World Bank, the United Nations, INTERPOL, and global banking companies.

The marketplace is in a state of confusion and disruption as the coronavirus outbreak impacts the banking ecosystem and all industries worldwide. Changing valuations and funding options for legacy and non-traditional financial firms are creating the need for new business models as well as opportunities for partnerships and the platform for new government regulations.   To discuss the global impact of fintech organizations and the potential of open banking, financial inclusion, and sustainability as consumer demands change, we are honored to be joined by William Russell, the Lord Mayor for the City of London. As holder of a post that dates from the 12th century, Mr Russell's role is to promote investment in regional fintech firms and to encourage government support of the overall financial services industry in the region.

In a digital world, consumers want experiences that are highly personalized and contextual. From the way they search to the way they shop, view content or do banking, consumers expect organizations to know them, look out for them and reward them. Unfortunately, the majority organizations are only delivering basic personalization and are focused more on product sales than on helping the consumer manage their finances or their daily life. In other words, there is a massive personalization gap.   On today’s podcast, we will discuss the importance and process of delivering hyper-personalized experiences, across all channels, as part of digital transformation. We will also discuss the importance of creating personalized engagement that requires a minimal of effort from the consumer to ‘make it happen’.   I am joined today by Jody Bhagat, president of the Americas for award-winning financial services personalization agency, Personetics. Jody is an industry veteran, having previously been a partner at McKinsey & Company, and also working at U.S. Bank, Wells Fargo, and Providian. Personetics works with some of the largest financial institutions worldwide, using AI, predictive analytics, machine learning and other technologies to engage and serve consumers.

Traditional organizations find rebels to be disruptive troublemakers who make processes and decisions more difficult. Legacy organizations that are embracing digital transformation find these same 'misfits' to be a positive influence on innovation, creativity, growth and cultural change.   We are joined today by Matteo Rizzi, who has authored a great book entitled, 'Talents and Rebels'. In this episode, he discusses interviews and personal observations that make a case for organizations to embrace those people who may appear disruptive to the norm. In fact, he suggests that we should seek out more of this type of talent.

Digital transformations have an exceeding high failure rate despite being one of the most important components of a firm's long-term survival. Digital transformation requires must more than just a flashy mobile app or new technology.   To understand the dynamics of how to succeed with digital transformation, we are joined by Tony Saldanha, previous head of operations and digital transformation at Proctor and Gamble and currently the president of Transformant, a Cincinnati-based consulting firm focused on digital transformation.   As the author of the book, 'Why Digital Transformations Fail', Tony shares his 5-stage framework that any company can follow to successfully navigate its own digital transformation. Tony discusses why the ultimate proof of an organization’s success at digital transformation is its cultural, not technical rewiring.

We have often discussed the correlation between innovation and digital transformation, and the positive impact on consumer satisfaction, investment in advanced technology, the presence of top management support and the positive impact on revenues. But, while technology may enable the disruption required, it is often the application of existing technology in new ways that disrupts an industry. Finally, while disruption is not always fast, it is the lack of reaction to disruption that catches incumbents flat footed.   We are very fortunate to have Charlene Li on the show today. Charlene is the founder and senior fellow at Altimeter, a Prophet company. She is the author of six books, including the New York Times bestseller 'Open Leadership', and co-author of the book 'Goundswell'. Her latest book, 'The Disruption Mindset' is the culmination of years of research and experiences in the field helping leaders and organizations transform.   On this episode, you will learn the secret of successful disruption, the importance of deep-dive research, the qualities of a disruptive leader, how to change existing cultures and where to start.

The debate about what city is the fintech capital of the world continues, as more players enter the market and more money is invested into the very active fintech ecosystem. Is the fintech capital London, New York, the Silicon Valley or elsewhere? Should the title go to the city with the most players, the greatest fintech investment or the largest number of users of challenger bank or bank challenger services?   My perspective on a possible candidate for the fintech capital definitely changed when I visited Shenzhen, China recently. From the advancement of smart city technologies, to the deployment and use of digital technologies for payments, energy management, operational efficiency and even daily tasks like shopping and eating out, I have never experienced so many modern advancements than during my short week in China.   As part two of my review of my tour of Shenzhen, I am joined today by Brett King, author of many best selling books on the future of banking and the host of the number one fintech podcast, Breaking Banks. Brett and the president of Provoke Management, Jay Kemp, joined me for a VIP tour of Huawei Technologies. With a history steeped in manufacturing, Huawei now is the hub of new technologies that impact every Chinese citizen, from the phones they use to the services they use. They also are an example of how the combination of data, advanced analytics, digital technologies and a culture of innovation and R&D can propel a company into the future.

China is quickly becoming home to the largest fintech ecosystem in the world, benefiting from historically low use of traditional banking, high smartphone penetration, a changing demographic and a consumer acceptance of banking without traditional infrastructure. Dominated by giants like Baidu, Ant, PingAn and Tencent, combined with many highly successful start-ups like WeLab, the success in delivering both personalized financial services and an impressive level of financial inclusion is a model for the rest of the world.   This is not a story of disruption of legacy banking as much as a story of filling a previously unmet need for advanced financial services supported by smartphones.   To discuss how fintech firms have benefited from open access to data, and how the Chinese consumer benefits from value added services not available to most in the world, I am joined by my friend, Matt Dooley, founding board member of the Fintech Association of Hong Kong and founder of Connected Thinking Ltd. who guided a tour of Shenzhen for myself and the former global CEO of HeathWallace, Dave Wallace.

Digital Banking Report has just released a study on the current state of digital transformation in the banking industry. This research not only looks at the digital transformation maturity of banking today, but also the components of digital transformation leader organizations.   The research found that there is still more hype than reality when we look at the progress of digital transformation in banking. While the focus in on improving the customer experience, few organizations have leveraged intelligent technologies to deliver on this mission.   To discuss this research report and the implications of the findings, I am joined by Alan Trefler, Founder and CEO of Pega – the sponsor of the Digital Banking Report research. Alan not only provides his perspective on where the industry is from a technology perspective, but also discusses the challenges of embracing new business models, finding the right talent, changing internal cultures and creating customer engagement.

A great deal of recent research finds that simply buying the best or newest technology will not create digital transformation success. Beyond technology, it is imperative to have the right people, processes and organizational dynamics that will allow companies to be more agile, risk tolerant and experimental. In other words, legacy cultures must be disrupted.   Today's podcast features Gerald (Jerry) Kane from Boston College. Jerry is one of the 4 authors of the exceptional book, ‘The Technology Fallacy’. This book draws on 4 years of research between MIT Sloan Management Review and Deloitte that surveyed 16,000 people and included interviews with companies like Walmart, Google, Salesforce and several other top brands. The findings reinforce the proposition that there is a need to rethink leadership and talent in the digital age and that business models need to change.

The ability to compete in the future will require new systems, new processes and a new culture. One option is to build a successor bank that would be a network of only a few branches or a completely branchless offering separate from the legacy organization. The future will require differentiation defined by customer experience and innovative offerings similar to what is being offered by fintech and big tech organizations. To get a perspective on the need to disrupt current banking paradigms, I interviewed Kevin Travis, executive vice president of Novantas. Travis shares the options available and the cost of inaction by current banks and credit unions.

Consumers insist on experiences that are personalized, friction-free and that make their lives easier. It’s no longer enough for organizations to state they are making improved customer experiences a priority. The consumer needs to feel that the companies they buy from know them, look out for them and are willing to reward them.   To get a perspective on how advanced technologies are impacting customer experience strategies, I am fortunate to be joined by Blake Morgan, author of the book, “The Customer of the Future”. Blake is considered one of the leading authorities on the changes occurring in the world of customer experience. She has worked with some of the most prominent global brands and is a contributor to Forbes and the Harvard Business Review. She is also the host of the podcast, The Modern Customer.

Automation and digital technology aimed at improving financial services continues to impact the banking ecosystem. From mobile payments to digital lending and budgeting services, fintech and big tech providers are revolutionizing how consumers and businesses handle manage their financial relationships. These changes are happing faster than ever before and will never happen this slowly again. To get a perspective on the past and future winners of fintech applications and their impact on traditional banking, I am joined by my very good friend, Ron Shevlin. Ron is not only one of the foremost authorities on what is happening in the banking industry, he is also a personal mentor and one of the people who was most responsible for my professional transformation a decade ago.

After a record-breaking 2018, fintech investment activity continues strong in 2019, as new start-ups take aim at traditional banks and credit unions that are slow to update back offices, change outdated business models, embrace advanced analytics and keep up with consumer expectations. For a perspective on the changing fintech investment marketplace, we are joined by Dan Rosen, Founder and General Partner of Commerce Ventures, a VC firm focused on fintech, payments and commerce ecosystems.

Buying the right technology solution is only the beginning of the digital transformation journey. Organizations need onboarding support from solution providers to ensure the intended benefits of new technologies are realized. This entails looking beyond the technology, to include the vast human and cultural aspects of digital transformation. In this episode, we discuss how businesses can optimize the outcomes of their digital initiatives with the support of a customer success management process. I’m joined by Janine Sneed, Chief Digital Officer and VP of Customer Success at IBM. Janine shares how she has build a Customer Success Organization at IBM and how she has brought together multiple functions at IBM to help clients succeed. Janine also discusses her role in promoting internal career support for women and minorities at IBM, and how diversity in the workplace can become an organizational priority.

Digital transformation in banking cannot occur without rewiring back-office processes, including streamlining operations and integrating data sets. But the most important transformation that must occur is with the culture and leadership at traditional financial institutions.   A digital culture is customer-centric, with latitude given for employees to make decisions on behalf of the customer. A digital culture also supports creativity and innovation — again, on behalf of the customer.   To get a great perspective on how legacy banks must disrupt themselves, we spoke to Chris Skinner, best-selling author and one of the most sought after and respected financial services influencers. Chris discusses his recent research into the traditional financial institutions that are setting the pace for others to follow.

Organizations in all industries need a new operating model that puts the customer’s needs at the center of all digital transformation strategies. This can be achieved by redesigned customer journeys, new products and services, and the agile delivery of insights and contextual solutions across channels.   To better understand how legacy financial institutions can better position themselves against digital pure play organizations such as Google, Amazon, Facebook, Apple and Alibaba, I sat down with Sophie Heller, Group Chief Operating Officer for Retail Banking at BNP Paribas. Sophie discusses the critical elements required to launch an integrated operating model organized around end-to-end experiences in an open banking environment.

Digital transformation is a challenge for organizations due to legacy infrastructure, internal silos, lack of a clear vision and resistance to change. Design thinking can help firms overcome many of these challenges, accelerating the transformation timeline. Done well, design thinking is a consumer-centric collaborative effort that can drive change internally and externally.   In this episode, we sat down with Alex Kreger and Monika Cālīte from UXDA to discuss how organizations can use design thinking and applied insights to improve internal processes, develop better products and services, maximize the impact of content and enhance the digital consumer experience.

The power of voice-based interactions has grown exponentially with the addition of always-on systems, combined with advanced analytics (AI), cloud-based computing and optimized multichannel delivery of insights. The voice-first paradigm will move beyond providing answers to questions – using data and insights to proactively provide insights and guidance that will simplify life for consumers.   In a voice-first world, advertising, commerce, payments and interacting with others around us will change dramatically. To get a perspective on the future of voice, we reached out to Brian Roemmele to discuss his vision of a highly personalized AI assistant that will keep data secure, while connecting to the outside world on an as needed basis to simplify a consumer's daily interactions.

A Silicon Valley icon and philanthropist, Steve Wozniak helped shape the computing industry by co-founding Apple Computer with Steve Jobs in 1976. Since leaving Apple in 1985, Wozniak has been involved in various business and philanthropic ventures, focusing primarily on computer and technology education.   I had the unique opportunity to sit down with 'The Woz' as part of the Novathon innovation event in Budapest last week. The event, presented by the Italian bank, Instesa Sanpaolo featured Wozniak as well as other industry speakers including myself discussing digital transformation, innovation and competition in banking. In our interview, Steve discusses his personal life, his focus on education, recommendations for entrepreneurs, the state of innovation and his memories of Steve Jobs.

Digital disruption is impacting today's worker more than ever, with sociologists believing that today's worker will need to 'reinvent themselves' several times during a career in the future. While maintaining the status quo provides a temporary comfort zone, personal disruption can dramatically improve chances of finding financial, social, and emotional success. This personal transformation requires a new perspective.   In this episode, we discuss the importance of personal and professional growth with Brian Solis, digital anthropologist, global speaker and author of the new book, 'Lifescale: How to Live a More Creative, Productive and Happy Life'. Brian discusses his scientific findings, and provides insights that can help any person dissect where they are today, what could be holding them back, and how to be better positioned for long-term success and satisfaction.

Digital transformation is not as much about technology as it is about the leadership and cultural changes that are required to respond to a new business paradigm. In his latest book, The Algorithmic Leader, Mike Walsh shares insights and actionable strategies for leaders to make better decisions at a time of disruption. Mike is brilliant at challenging leaders in all industries to think and act differently than they have in the past. He understands the intersection of technology and human intelligence, and clearly defines what a winning organization will look like in the future.   As CEO of Tomorrow, Mike travels over 300 days a year researching trends, advising leaders and presenting keynote presentations to large and small groups. I had the pleasure of seeing Mike speak recently at an event, and his ability to synthesize the core principles of personal transformation that are needed for the future were both exciting and a bit unnerving. In this episode, Mike will discuss digital transformation, leadership, culture and the future of work.

Every financial institution is looking for the next ‘big idea’ or ‘next generation’ digital app that will differentiate an organization by making banking easier and deployment of products and services less costly. With most banks and credit unions unable to build this type of digital capability internally, it is vital to be able to reach out to the largest possible number of creative thinkers. In banking, one way to accomplish this is through a pool of fintech firms who are working on behalf of a community of financial institutions to deliver custom solutions that can be deployed at scale.   For a perspective on this relatively new way for fintech firms and financial organizations to partner, we’re joined by Kris Kovacs, president and CEO of Constellation Digital Partners. Kris and his team have built an organization focused on open innovation solutions for traditional financial institutions. In this episode, Kris will discuss his organization’s mission and the benefits of open innovation for fintech firms, financial institutions and the consumer.

Many people talk about digital transformation in financial services, but few have actually built a digital banking organization from the bottom up. What are the strategies and components of success? What are the challenges and barriers that can derail a digital transformation journey? And, why are so few traditional financial institutions able to effectively compete with new fintech firms and large techfin corporations?   In this episode, Sonia Wedrychowicz, previous head of digital transformation at both JP Morgan Chase and DBS Bank, shares how she helped build one of the most successful digital banks in less than a year. In addition to discussing the importance of a ‘digital culture’, she shares her perspective on agility, how to humanize a digital experience, and leadership lessons she learned on her path to becoming a black belt in kickboxing.

Mobile initiatives are aligning with emerging technologies to become the centerpiece of most enterprise-wide digital transformation efforts at banks and credit unions. The proliferation of mobile devices has moved mobile apps beyond a transactional entry point, with an increased emphasis being placed on creating exceptional customer experiences that boost productivity, loyalty and contextual engagement regardless of the device or operating system.   For a perspective on the changing dynamics of digital engagement and the importance of the mobile channel, Thomas Hogan, President of North America, Temenos, shares how organizations of all sizes can now build world-class mobile apps. He also discusses the importance of agility, mobile design and how a digital culture can enable the deployment of digital solutions at the pace of change.

It is imperative to build and maintain a customer-centric business during periods of digital transformation. To accomplish this, firms must focus on the customer experience, leveraging corporate culture, strategy, technology, and data analytics. Which firms are the best at being able to accomplish this objective? Which firms are failing to live up to customer expectations … and why? In this episode, world renowned bestselling author and customer experience guru Don Peppers shares his insights on what is needed to be a customer-focused leader in a digital world. He also looks back 25 years and discusses how the lessons from his first book, ‘The One to One Future’ still apply today.

Digital disruption is occurring globally, impacting not only the way products and services are consumed, but how they are marketed and delivered using modern technologies. The impact is felt in all industries, but especially in banking, where legacy systems and culture work counter to most transformation efforts. One of the biggest challenges is how these changes are impacting the future of work and the potential displacement of millions of workers due to automation, robots and the restructuring of organizations.   In this episode, Brett King, bestselling author, founder of neobank Moven, and host of the weekly radio show, Breaking Banks, discusses the threat of new competition in banking, some potential solutions, and the potential for global unrest caused by the impact of automation and new technologies.

The future of innovation is not defined by technology. Innovation is defined by doing something new and different that works. Organizations hoping to succeed in their digital transformation journey must avoid simply adding something new, and consider the elimination of old paradigms. In this episode, we interview Rohit Bhargava, Author and Professor of Global Marketing at Georgetown University about the importance of innovation and why so many organizations fail because of ‘innovation envy’, not looking outside their own industry or not applying data effectively.

Disney is a great example of an organization that has changed tremendously through the years, leveraging data and new technology without forgetting their legacy or relinquishing their brand. At a time when financial institutions are caught between legacy cultures and the demands of a digital consumer, Disney has found a way to integrate modern technology with a personalized human touch. They have accomplished this through strong leadership, innovation, an emphasis on hiring the right people, extensive training and some Disney ‘magic’. In this episode, we talk to Doug Lipp, consultant and author of the book, “Disney U” about the importance of building a digital culture from the inside-out, leveraging training and continuous reinforcement to encourage a magical mix of modern technology and human engagement.

The financial services industry has seen a great deal of disruption from digital-based alternatives. Many of these challengers use advanced technology and expanded data sets to offer apps that provide financial solutions at a lower cost, with less friction and greater personalization than traditional bank or credit union offerings. Toronto-based startup Flybits believes that the best way to compete in the future is not just by developing innovative products and services, but by becoming the repository of choice for data in addition to money.   In this episode, Hossein Rahnama, CEO and Co-Founder of Toronto-based Flybits, discusses how the future of financial services will be based on the ability of institutions to use contextualized insights to enrich consumers’ daily lives inside and outside of banking.

In this exclusive interview, Jeffrey Hayzlett, the former CMO of Kodak, discusses the importance of strong leadership, the need for a well-defined culture, and the risk of being passive when your industry is facing massive disruption.   Hayzlett challenges bank and credit union executives to examine their values and behaviors while aligning values with an organization’s overall mission. He also stresses the importance of embracing new technology and the need for leaders to not become passive.

In a digital world, consumers can acquire enough information about a product or service on a smartphone or online to make a purchase decision without ever asking a question of a customer service representative or walking into a physical store (branch).  Whether a consumer wants to buy a protein bar or new automobile, they can now leverage digital channels at each step of the customer decision journey, bypassing the traditional step-by-step sales funnel behavior.   In this exclusive interview, Abigail Posner, Director of Strategy for Google's Brand Unit, discusses the importance of having an in-depth understanding of consumers in the digital space and translating these insights into personalized strategies for creative and content development.

Gary Vaynerchuk (Gary Vee) is a serial innovator, social media icon, chairman of VaynerX, and the active CEO of VaynerMedia. He wants you to have a proactive approach to marketing and be willing to disrupt yourself to avoid obsolescence. In this interview, Gary discusses the use of social media, the need for supportive culture and leadership and the importance of a personal brand.   During this interview, you quickly realize that his level of engagement and passion for what he does and communicates is no act for social media. He is a huge believer in the value of hard work, testing new ideas, helping others succeed and disrupting oneself.