E18: In conversation with Andres Klaric: From banking to start-up success

Revolutionising Lending: A Conversation with Fuse Co-Founder Andres Klaric In this episode of 'The Growth Garden' podcast, co-hosts Kevin and Nikki engage in an insightful conversation with Andres Klaric, the co-founder of Fuse, a cutting-edge startup transforming the lending industry. Andres shares his unique career journey, from banking to entrepreneurship, and the pivotal moments that led to the creation of Fuse's innovative loan origination system. He also discusses the challenges of pivoting a business model, balancing work-life responsibilities, and the importance of maintaining startup agility. This episode is packed with valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and anyone interested in fintech innovation. 00:00 Welcome to The Growth Garden 00:29 Meet Andres Klaric: Co-Founder of Fuse 01:31 Andres' Career Journey and Early Inspirations 03:39 The Birth of Fuse: From Idea to Execution 05:51 Turning Down Y Combinator: A Bold Decision 08:20 Disrupting the Lending Industry: Fuse's Impact 13:13 Challenges and Pivots: Lessons Learned 16:54 Work-Life Balance and Personal Insights 21:44 Rapid Fire Round: Getting to Know Andres 24:37 Reflecting on Career Choices and Advice 28:19 Closing Remarks and Farewell