FinTech's DEI Discussions – Powered by Harrington Starr
Welcome to the award-winning FinTech’s DEI Discussions, the podcast where we explore how financial technology can lead the way in diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Join our host, Nadia Edwards-Dashti, Chief Customer Officer at Harrington Starr, as she inspires us to 'walk the talk' and create more equitable workplaces where everyone can thrive.
Each episode invites you into the conversation, offering actionable steps to foster an inclusive environment in your organisation. From recruitment to retention and investment in talent, engagement, productivity, and career progression can mean different things to different people.
Through our series specials and insightful discussions, we delve into these varying experiences, learning together how to better support diversity in our workplaces.
Join us as we discuss, learn, and advocate for meaningful change in the FinTech sector.
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Episodes
603 episodes
You Can’t Build Inclusive Teams If You’re Not Hearing Them | Derren Powell, Business Development in Payments
In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Derren Powell, Business Development in Payments, to explore what real inclusion looks like in today’s FinTech landscape.From the importance of listening to the role ...
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Why the Future of FinTech Still Starts With People | Krishna Nadella, Head of US Sales, Financial Services at ITRS
In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia Edwards-Dashti is joined by Krishna Nadella, Head of US Sales, Financial Services at ITRS.Together, they explore how AI is reshaping financial technology, from real-world efficie...
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The Changing Face of Leadership in Financial Technology | Fiona Facey, Technology Business Manager at Scotiabank
In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia Edwards-Dashti is joined by Fiona Facey, Technology Business Manager at Scotiabank, for a conversation about leadership, career development, and the evolving culture of fi...
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Leadership That Opens Doors | Harrington Starr's IWD Event 2026 | Hosted by Nadia Edwards-Dashti and Georgia Richardson
In this special episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, we bring you the full recording of Harrington Starr’s International Women’s Day 2026 event, Leadership That Opens Doors.Hosted by Nadia Edwards-Dashti and Georgia Richardson,...
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Your FinTech Career Doesn’t Have to Be Linear | David Germain — career technologist, industry judge, and now an independent Non-Executive Director
In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia speaks with David Germain, career technologist, industry judge, and now an independent Non-Executive Director working across multiple sectors.From starting as a s...
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Inclusive Leadership in FinTech: Why Promoting Sameness Blocks Innovation | Silvia Colandrea | Senior Implementation Manager - UK and Ireland at Visa
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Visibility is Power in FinTech | Victoria Vaughan, Founder of B612
In this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Victoria Vaughan, Founder of B612, for a conversation on visibility, inclusion and what it really takes to scale influence in FinTech and digital assets.Victoria shares her...
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Shaping the Future of Web3 Leadership | Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget
In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Grace Chen, CEO of Bitget, to explore leadership, resilience, and what inclusion really looks like in Web3.From discovering Bitcoin at $300 after reading the white...
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Career Break ≠ Career Over | Kicki Frisch, Software Engineering Manager at T. Rowe Price
Career break? Imposter syndrome? Non-linear path into FinTech?In this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia speaks with Kicki Frisch, Senior Software Engineering Manager at T. Rowe Price, about forced career breaks, transferable sk...
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Talent Is Everywhere. Opportunity Is Not. | Konstantina Kapetanidi, VP, Global Data Solutions & Head of Data Science, Europe (VCA) at Visa
What does inclusion actually look like inside one of the world’s biggest payments organisations?In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Konstantina Kapetanidi, VP, Global Data Solutions &...
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Helping People Win at Work | Neetu Kumar, Head of Graduate Programmes at Centrica
What does inclusive leadership actually look like in practice?In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, host Nadia speaks with Neetu Kumar, Head of Graduate Programmes at Centrica, about her 23-year journey through ta...
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IWD Event Special | Matt Smith from Steeleye, Lynda Clarke from Nayax, Claire Court from Delta Financial Systems
Leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about access, opportunity, and the doors we choose to open for others.In this International Women’s Day 2026 Special, we’re joined by our event sponsors as we explore this year’s theme, Lead...
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Net-Caring Over Networking | Ratul Ahmed, Group Head Model Risk Management & Validation at Commerzbank AG
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Why FinTech Needs Curiosity More Than Credentials | Alexandra Sheller, Advsior and Principal Consultant at The Bridgeview Group Ltd
Careers in FinTech aren't linear.So why do we still hire like they are?In this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Alexandra Sheller, Advisor and Principal Consultant at The Bridgeview Group Ltd, recorded live...
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Why Inclusive Leadership Is a Competitive Advantage for Banks and FinTechs | Gary O'Brien, BNP Paribas
In this latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Gary O'Brien, Global Head of Banks and Broker Segment Strategy at BNP Paribas, joins Nadia live from FinTech Connect 2025 for a candid conversation on inclusive leadership...
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When People Feel Safe, Performance Follows | Hana Rolles, Chief Commercial Officer at Bank of London
In this episode, Nadia is joined by Hana Rolles, Chief Commercial Officer at Bank of London, for an honest and insightful conversation on what real inclusion looks like inside modern financial services.From Hana’s journey as an ...
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Can Open Banking Reduce Bias in Financial Services? | Adam Betteridge, Fintech, Partnerships & Open Banking Lead at TSB Bank
In this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Adam Betteridge, FinTech, Partnerships & Open Banking Lead at TSB Bank, recorded live at FinTech Connect 2025. Together, they explore how open banking can reduce bias i...
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The DEI Shift FinTech Still Needs to Make | Wasim Mushtaq, Founder of 1CG
On this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, recorded live at FinTech Connect 2025, Nadia is joined by Wasim Mushtaq, Founder of 1CG, for a powerful and deeply honest conversation about what real ...
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Opening Doors in FinTech Isn’t Optional | Saeed Rafay, Innovation & Digital Transformation Leader at ABN AMRO Bank
Recorded live at FinTech Connect 2025, this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions sees Nadia in conversation with Saeed Rafay, Innovation & Digital Transformation Leader at ABN AMRO Bank.Saeed shares his personal jour...
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How 10x Banking Builds Inclusion From the Inside Out | Amanda Jenkins, Chief Impact Officer at 10x Banking
On this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Amanda Jenkins, Chief Impact Officer at 10x Banking, the leading UK FinTech – providing core banking technology ready for 2040, today Amanda joins us for a ...
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What FinTech Gets Wrong About Inclusion | Dajana Nozic, Co-Founder and COO at Nya
What happens when inclusion becomes a tick-box exercise — and who really pays the price?In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Dajana Nozic, Co-Founder and COO at Nya, for a candid conversation about ...
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What Makes People Stay? Culture, Safety, and Allyship | Lyndsey Higgins, Senior Vice President – Head of Learning & Development and Business Services at Rimes Technologies
In this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Lyndsey Higgins, Senior Vice President – Head of Learning & Development and Business Services at Rimes Technologies, to explore how authentic inclusion transforms car...
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Power in Connection: Women and Building Networks in Tech | Vanessa Vallely, OBE - CEO & Founder of WeAreTheCity and WeAreTechWomen
On the final #TurntoTech episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Vanessa Vallely, OBE - CEO & Founder of WeAreTheCity and WeAreTechWomen, for a powerful conversation on the role of connection, community, and co...
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Mental Wealth: Wellbeing at the Heart of Career Pivots | Kate Thompson, Board Member of the Women Pivoting to Digital Task Force
On this #TurntoTech episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Kate Thompson, Board Member of the Women Pivoting to Digital Task Force, to explore the power of mental wealth, happiness at work, and why well-being m...
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Digital Colonialism, AI & Inclusion: Why Ethical Tech Can't Wait | John Archbold, a professional overthinker for AI ethics, governance and the intersection of technology operations
On this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with John Archbold, a professional overthinker for AI ethics, governance and the intersection of technology operations. This conversation dives into digital colonialism, the u...
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