Nashville Hot Chicken Challenge: Brett Turner in the Hot Seat

In this special, spicy episode of Fintech Corner, Chris Allen, VP of Sales at Trovata, and Brett Turner, Founder & CEO of Trovata, dive into technology innovation in finance—all while putting their taste buds to the test! Chris and Brett navigate a gauntlet of increasingly spicy hot sauces complemented by a serving of Nashville’s legendary hot chicken from Hattie B’s.

From the evolution of Trovata’s data-driven solutions to the critical role of AI and automation in transforming treasury and finance, Chris and Brett push through the heat as they discuss the tech innovations reshaping the industry. Hear Brett's insights on the role of APIs in streamlining bank data, the impact of AI in finance, and what Trovata has in store for 2025. Whether you’re here for the fintech insights or the fiery hot sauce reactions, this episode is one you won’t want to miss!

Highlights & Sauces:

• Learn about Brett’s journey into tech startups and the early days of Trovata as they try hot sauce #1: The Classic by Hot Ones Hot Sauce
• As things heat up with Niel’s Real Deal’s Smoked Onion hot sauce, explore how Trovata partners with banks to unlock data and streamline workflows
• During hot sauce #7: Ninja Napalm, Brett shares insights on the role of AI and automation in finance and what practitioners need to know
• Get a sneak peek at upcoming product features Trovata will bring to the market while they try to survive hot sauce #8: Da Bomb
• Watch Brett and Chris squirm as they sample The Last Dab: Xperience

Check out all of the sauces sampled here: https://heatonist.com/products/hot-ones-hot-sauce-10-pack-season-25

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Connect with our hosts:

• Brett Turner
• Chris Allen
  

About Brett Turner: 

After starting his career as a CPA with the Deloitte audit practice, Brett gained progressive experience in corporate finance and accounting managing SEC reporting for Amazon and then becoming VP of Finance for Worldwide Packets (sold for $300M+ in 2008). Across his last three roles as a startup Co-Founder / CFO, Brett has raised over $100M in equity and venture debt financing while helping create over $500M in shareholder value. Today, he is the founder and CEO of the cash management platform, Trovata. Brett is a Seattle native, with a BA in Finance from Seattle Pacific University.

Connect with Brett on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-turner/  

About Chris Allen: 

Chris Allen is the VP of Sales at Trovata, bringing over 15 years of experience in tech and SaaS sales across various industries. He has a strong track record in building and scaling successful sales teams. Before joining Trovata, Chris led Enterprise go-to-market functions at Podium, helping the company grow from $5 million to $200 million ARR. He has spoken at finance and treasury events such as the Northwest Association for Finance Professionals and the San Francisco Treasury Management Association. Chris has also collaborated with banks, including the