Interviews with Leaders in Fintech & Web3

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Hear from industry leaders about what is fintech and web3, how to get into it and how to make a mark in the fastest growing sector in the world. Work in Fintech Founder Matt Cheung teams up with Founder Members to interview fintech and web3 founders, CEOs and CTOs about what you can do to gain an edge in fintech and web3. Essential listening for any student, young professional or curious person looking to secure a role in fintech, web3, banking or finance. #fintech #web3

  1. Inside seedcamp Playbook for Finding Billion Dollar Startups | Carlos Eduardo Espinal

    4 DAYS AGO

    Inside seedcamp Playbook for Finding Billion Dollar Startups | Carlos Eduardo Espinal

    Today’s guest on the show is Carlos Espinal, Managing Partner at Seedcamp, one of Europe’s leading seed-stage venture capital funds, with early investments in companies like Wise, Revolut, and UiPath. In this episode, host Matthew Chung, founder of Work in Fintech, sits down with Carlos Espinal to unpack: ✅ Carlos early career & how he got into venture capital ✅ How Seedcamp spots billion-dollar founders before anyone else ✅ The key traits that separate exceptional founders from everyone else ✅ How the venture capital landscape has evolved ✅ The biggest opportunities in tech right now ✅ Practical advice for young entrepreneurs Whether you’re an aspiring founder, investor, or someone looking to break into venture capital, this episode offers a candid look at how careers evolve, how great companies are built, and what it really takes to succeed in the startup ecosystem. Important Links https://cee.medium.com/how-venture-adapts-when-trust-erodes-41568a2deb33 Check out our website and subscribe to our mailing list to hear more about opportunities in fintech and web3. Follow our socials Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube https://workinfintech.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-in-fintech-global https://www.twitter.com/workinfintech https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS4bYoCXaHVgfVm6syUrDw

    52 min
  2. Why Banks Are Losing to Fintech | Francesco Filia, Founder of Fasanara Capital ($5.5B AUM)

    26 JAN

    Why Banks Are Losing to Fintech | Francesco Filia, Founder of Fasanara Capital ($5.5B AUM)

    Today’s guest on the show is Francesco Filia, founder and CEO of Fasanara Capital, a global asset manager and technology-driven investment platform. In this episode, host Matthew Cheung, founder of Work in Fintech, sits down with Francesco Filia to unpack: ✅ Francesco's early career and the key lessons that shaped him ✅ How the idea for Fasanara came about and the problem it set out to solve ✅ The biggest opportunities and trends in fintech today ✅ The main risk in the banking sector ✅ Why private credit is experiencing a moment of growth ✅ What he looks for when investing a company ✅ Advice for young people entering the workforce in the age of AI If you’ve just graduated or are looking to enter fintech, this episode is packed with amazing insights and nuggets and is a must-watch. Check out our website and subscribe to our mailing list to hear more about opportunities in fintech and web3. Follow our socials Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube https://workinfintech.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-in-fintech-global https://www.twitter.com/workinfintech https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS4bYoCXaHVgfVm6syUrDw

    39 min
  3. Inside Asia's Leading Independent Digital Wealth Platform | Founder Gregory Van

    12 JAN

    Inside Asia's Leading Independent Digital Wealth Platform | Founder Gregory Van

    Today’s guest on the show is Gregory Van, Co-Founder & CEO of Endowus, Asia’s leading independent digital wealth platform. In this episode, host Matthew Cheung sits down with Gregory to unpack: ✅ How the idea behind Endowus came about ✅ What makes Endowus unique ✅ How AI is used in wealth management ✅ Investment vs. speculation ✅ The reality of funds and management fees And much more… If you’re a founder, CEO, fund manager, or even an investor in the stock market, this episode of the WIF Podcast is highly insightful. From understanding the wealth management business to how AI is used in wealth management ,this episode is packed with valuable insights. Check out our website and subscribe to our mailing list to hear more about opportunities in fintech and web3. Follow our socials Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube https://workinfintech.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-in-fintech-global https://www.twitter.com/workinfintech https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS4bYoCXaHVgfVm6syUrDw

    52 min
  4. How FinTechs Win Multi-Million-Dollar Banking Deals | Tom Bentley, CRO at 10x Banking

    18/11/2025

    How FinTechs Win Multi-Million-Dollar Banking Deals | Tom Bentley, CRO at 10x Banking

    In this episode, host Matthew Cheung dives deep into Tom’s fascinating journey, from DJing during his university days to leading one of the most forward-thinking fintech companies in the world. Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ The sales playbook behind multi-million–dollar fintech enterprise deals ✅ How 10x Banking is powering the next generation of global banks ✅ The evolution of core banking and banking-as-a-service, and why it matters today ✅ How AI is transforming the way banks operate (and what’s next) If you’re in fintech, sales, or tech leadership, this episode is packed with insights on how to sell and scale in one of the fastest-changing industries on earth. Check out our website and subscribe to our mailing list to hear more about opportunities in fintech and web3. Follow our socials Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube https://workinfintech.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-in-fintech-global https://www.twitter.com/workinfintech https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS4bYoCXaHVgfVm6syUrDw

    41 min
  5. $35M → $3B in 36 Months: The Sezzle Growth Blueprint | Founder Charlie Youakim

    05/11/2025

    $35M → $3B in 36 Months: The Sezzle Growth Blueprint | Founder Charlie Youakim

    Today’s guest on the show is Charlie Youakim, Co-founder & CEO of Sezzle, the fast-growing Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform. In this episode, host Matthew Cheung sits down with Charlie to unpack: ✅ Sezzle’s business model ✅ How Sezzle makes money ✅ The shift that led to their rapid profitability & explosive growth ✅ How a billion-dollar company thinks about hiring ✅ Why BNPL is shaping the future of commerce, and what’s coming next If you’re a founder, CEO, operator, or anyone building in fintech, this conversation is a masterclass.  From understanding how business model innovation can change a company’s trajectory to learning how top fintech leaders hire and scale, this episode is packed with insights. Check out our website and subscribe to our mailing list to hear more about opportunities in fintech and web3. Follow our socials Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube https://workinfintech.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-in-fintech-global https://www.twitter.com/workinfintech https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS4bYoCXaHVgfVm6syUrDw

    52 min
  6. How to Thrive (Not Just Survive) in a Crowded Market

    29/10/2025

    How to Thrive (Not Just Survive) in a Crowded Market

    In this session of the Work in Fintech AI Summit, Anthony Cheung (Chief Content & Culture Officer, AmplifyME) and Neil Massa (CRO, The Connection Lab) reveal how to stand out in today’s crowded market. Blending humor, real-world insights, and practical strategies, this engaging talk shows you how to move beyond survival mode and position yourself to truly thrive in a competitive world. Check out our website and subscribe to our mailing list to hear more about opportunities in fintech and web3. Follow our socials Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube https://workinfintech.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-in-fintech-global https://www.twitter.com/workinfintech https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS4bYoCXaHVgfVm6syUrDw

    29 min
  7. From Market Stall to Fintech : It’s Not Where You Start, It’s Where You Finish

    28/10/2025

    From Market Stall to Fintech : It’s Not Where You Start, It’s Where You Finish

    From running a humble market stall to building a career in the financial markets, this is the inspiring 45-year journey of Paul. In this candid and never-before-told story, Paul shares: His working-class roots and early struggles with no university educationHow a natural talent in maths set him apart despite limited opportunitiesThe mindset shift that helped him move from “just making money” to building a lasting careerThe importance of resilience, self-belief, and remembering: “It’s not where you start, it’s where you finish.”This talk is proof that no matter your background, you can rewrite your story and create success in finance and beyond. Check out our website and subscribe to our mailing list to hear more about opportunities in fintech and web3. Follow our socials Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube https://workinfintech.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-in-fintech-global https://www.twitter.com/workinfintech https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS4bYoCXaHVgfVm6syUrDw

    30 min
  8. How Christian Nentwich Built a $100M+ Fintech Business

    16/07/2025

    How Christian Nentwich Built a $100M+ Fintech Business

    In this episode, we are joined by Christian Nentwich, founder of Duco, a B2B data automation company valued at over $100 million. Christian shares how he started his first business, how he entered the world of fintech, the challenges he faced while scaling a company, and the mistakes he made that, if avoided, could have accelerated Duco’s growth. He also explains why B2B fintech is one of the best, yet most difficult businesses to be in, and why being exceptionally good at sales, along with having resilience and a never-give-up attitude, is crucial when dealing with $100K+ ticket-size deals. What makes his story even more compelling is that both startups he founded were ahead of their time, offering cloud and automation solutions when banks and financial institutions weren’t ready. Duco nearly failed before a major market shift in 2015 turned the tide. If you’re building in fintech, SaaS, or enterprise tech, this episode is full of deep insights and actionable lessons from someone who's been through it all. Connect with Christian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiannentwich Check out our website and subscribe to our mailing list to hear more about opportunities in fintech and web3. Follow our socials Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube https://workinfintech.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/work-in-fintech-global https://www.twitter.com/workinfintech https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdS4bYoCXaHVgfVm6syUrDw

    44 min
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Hear from industry leaders about what is fintech and web3, how to get into it and how to make a mark in the fastest growing sector in the world. Work in Fintech Founder Matt Cheung teams up with Founder Members to interview fintech and web3 founders, CEOs and CTOs about what you can do to gain an edge in fintech and web3. Essential listening for any student, young professional or curious person looking to secure a role in fintech, web3, banking or finance. #fintech #web3

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