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
508 episodes
Where AI Meets Human Connection | Ninika Nanda, Founder & Chief Product Officer at Invest Connect Marketplace
Where AI Meets Human Connection In this week’s episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Ninika Nanda, Founder & Chief Product Officer at Invest Connect Marketplace, to discuss the power of inclusivity in...
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FinTech Inclusion Includes YOU | Harrington Starr's Panel Discussion
Missed our Inclusion Includes You event? Now’s your chance to catch every moment of the powerful conversations, bold commitments, and game-changing insights that are shaping the future of FinTech! From AI and empathy to diverse lead...
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Accessibility, Security, and Efficiency in Financial Services | Nigar Rustamova, CFO at Guavapay.
Accessibility, Security, and Efficiency in Financial Services...In the latest episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Nigar Rustamova, CFO at Guavapay.From breaking barriers in global payments to c...
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Why Every Personality Has a Place in Technology | Jayven Sandy
What Does True Inclusion in FinTech Really Look Like?In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with 40 under 40 DEI award winner Jayven Sandy to dive into the real stories behind success, inclusi...
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Building Companies Where Everyone Belongs | Caitriona Staunton, VP of People at Primer
How do you build an inclusive, high-performing workplace—especially in a remote-first world? In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, we’re joined by Caitriona Staunton, VP of People at Primer, to explore the powe...
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How Culture Drives True Belonging in FinTech | Sung Kim, Chief People Officer at Kueski
What does true workplace inclusion look like in action?In the latest episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Sung Kim, Chief People Officer at Kueski, for an insightful conversation on building truly incl...
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How Flexibility & Inclusion Shape the Future of FinTech | Katherine Chan, Co-Founder and CEO at Juice
Shaping a Truly Inclusive Future in FinTechIn this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions host Nadia sits down with Katherine Chan, Co-Founder and CEO at Juice, to explore her journey from banking to founding a FinTech startup.Kathe...
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A CEO'S Perspective on True Inclusion | Ugne Buraciene, Group CEO at payabl.
Is inclusion in FinTech a reality—or just empty talk?In this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Ugne Buraciene, Group CEO at payabl., to explore what real inclusion looks like in the financial technology ...
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Women, Leadership, and Al's Ethical Future | Maninder Paul, Growth Marketer and AI Educator at Digital Connectors
What does real inclusion in FinTech and AI look like—and who’s making it happen? In this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, host Nadia sits down with Maninder Paul, Growth Marketer and AI Educator at Digital Co...
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Inclusion Includes YOU: Why FinTech Leaders Are Backing DE&I
Why does inclusion matter now more than ever?In this special episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, we sit down with the sponsors of our International Women’s Day: FinTech Inclusion Includes YOU event...
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Invisible Ceilings, Visible Changes | Christine Meredith, Head of Fixed Income Technology at Janus Henderson Investors
Is Inclusion in FinTech Still Just Talk—or Are We Finally Taking Action?On this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, host Nadia sits down with Christine Meredith, Head of Fixed Income Technology at Janus Henderson Investors&nbs...
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Sustainability Meets Inclusion | Gihan Hyde, CEO at CommUnique
Can sustainable success in FinTech exist without inclusion?In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, host Nadia Edwards-Dashti sits down with Gihan Hyde, CEO at CommUnique, to uncover the transformative intersection of...
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The Hidden Cost of Wealth Gaps | Nitika Vyas, Co-Founder at Aila Money
Are We Doing Enough to Close the Gender Wealth Gap?Join Nadia as she sits down with Nitika Vyas, Co-Founder at Aila Money to explore the bold mission of closing the gender wealth gap—an issue that could take seven generations to resolve ...
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The Human Side of FinTech | Ceren Danis, Co-Founder, CPO & CFO at Unique Payments
The late Payment Crisis, DEI and Unique TechIn this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions podcast, Nadia welcomes Ceren Danis, Co-Founder, CPO & CFO at Unique Payments, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, inclusion, and in...
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A Journey Toward Authentic Inclusion | Dörte Dye, FinTech Co-Founder, Payment Expert and Board Advisor,
Can FinTech Revolutionise Inclusion and Innovation in Our Ever-Changing World?In the latest episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London with Dörte Dye, FinTech ...
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Will FinTech Close the Financial Literacy Gap and Redefine Wealth? | Tamara Kostova, Founder and CEO of Velexa
Recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at London’s Excel Centre, Tamara Kostova, Founder and CEO of Velexa, joins Nadia on FinTech's DEI Discussions for an inspiring conversation about driving inclusive change in the financial technology sector....
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Are We Brave Enough in FinTech? | Rick Biggs, Sales Director at Moneyhub.
Are We Brave Enough to Challenge Inclusion Every Single Day in FinTech?On the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by Rick Biggs, Sales Director at Moneyhub.Rick shares his journey through multiple...
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Leading with Courage and Impact in FinTech | Richard Baker, Founder and CEO of Tokenovate
Can Authentic Leadership Transform the Future of FinTech? We’re excited to bring you a powerful new conversation from FinTech's DEI Discussions, recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London.In ...
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Financial Futures Rewritten | Atlyn Forde, Head of Engagement and Inclusion at Pepper Money and Founder of Communicate Inclusively
Breaking Barriers and Building Belonging In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia is joined by the Alton Forde, Head of Engagement and Inclusion at Pepper Money and Founder of Communicate Inclusively.Atlyn sh...
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The People-First Vision of Zopa Bank | Lucas Germanos, Vice President at Zopa Bank
Can Diversity Drive Profitability? Zopa Bank’s Formula for Success 👇Recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London, this episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, hosted by Nadia features an inspiring conversation with L...
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What’s at Stake for AI, Ethics and the Future of Work
Is AI the Key to a Better Workplace or the Biggest Challenge Yet?The latest episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions is here, featuring an incredible panel discussion recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at the ExCeL Centre in London.
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What Really Matters in Financial Tech Diversity? | Bhavna Saraf, A Payments and Banking Senior Executive
What Really Matters in Financial Tech Diversity?Join us on FinTech's DEI Discussions, hosted by Nadia, as we sit down with the inspiring Bhavna Saraf, a payments and banking senior executive, recorded live at FinTech Connect 2024 at...
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Menopause, Parenting and the Digital Skills Gap in FinTech | Emma Martindale, Business Analyst, and Chris Garbutt, Operational Effectiveness Manager, from Atom Bank
In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia, is joined by Emma Martindale, Business Analyst, and Chris Garbutt, Operational Effectiveness Manager, from Atom Bank. From their innovative four-day workweek to cha...
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Open Finance, Happy Teams, and a Platform for Change | Louise Beaumont, SVP Global Open Banking & Open Finance Engagement at Mastercard
How Can Collaboration and Inclusion Revolutionise FinTech? 🎙️ In the latest episode of FinTech's DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down with Louise Beaumont, SVP Global Open Banking & Open Finance Engagement at Mastercard, to explore ...
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Supporting Diversity Through Industry Networks | Dee Habeeb, Global Tech Leader in Financial Technology
How Can We Turn Talk into Action for True Workplace Inclusion? On this episode of FinTech’s DEI Discussions, Nadia sits down for an inspiring conversation with Dee Habeeb, Global Tech Leader in Financial Technology.F...
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