Humans of Fintech

Nicole Casperson
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Humans of Fintech is all about getting into the raw, unfiltered stories behind the most innovative leaders—why they built their companies, what drives them, and how they’re smashing the status quo. Join your host, author and award-winning journalist, Nicole Casperson, as she dives deep into the human side of fintech, unpacking the real motivations, struggles, and triumphs behind the empires these leaders are building—no jargon, just straight-up inspiration, business insights, and power moves.

  1. 9月15日

    Connecting the Dots: Building Businesses That Last

    Live from a buzzing room in NYC, this special Humans of Fintech episode brings two dynamic leaders to the stage: Nicole Mitchell, Partner at Aprio, and Tiffany Haynes, investor, advisor, and former COO of Fingercheck. Nicole shares how she’s spent nearly 30 years as a connector, guiding founders to see the bigger picture and helping businesses grow beyond the numbers. From her bold beginnings to becoming a trusted advisor across industries, she unpacks the value of foresight and why she calls herself a “travel guide” for entrepreneurs. Tiffany reflects on her move from corporate to fintech, where she scaled a bootstrapped company to a $150M exit. She discusses the strategies that kept her teams engaged, why timing matters more than speed, and how to make growth sustainable. Together, they unpack how to “connect the dots” in leadership, scale, culture, and why the future of fintech belongs to leaders who see people first. 🎧 Hit play to hear Nicole and Tiffany’s playbooks for building businesses that last.

    52 分钟

  2. 8月11日

    Leadership, Ambition & Humanity in Finance: A Live Conversation

    Live from a packed room in NYC, this special Humans of Fintech episode brings two powerhouse voices to the stage: Nina Chmura, Partner at Withum and creator of its Outsourced Accounting Systems & Solutions practice (OASyS), and Amanda Estiverne-Colas, Board Member at the National Alliance for Financial Literacy and Inclusion and long-time champion of innovation, access, and equity in finance. Nina shares the bold pivot that took her from the partner track to building a “scrappy startup” inside a 2,500-person firm and why she believes relationships, not revenue targets, are the real foundation for growth. Amanda reflects on her career inflection points, from traditional banking to fintech strategy, and the leadership lessons she’s carried into her work in financial inclusion. Together, they unpack what it means to lead with ambition and humanity, the challenges of building resilient teams in an AI-driven world, and why “there’s no such thing as a simple business” when people are at the center. Plus: their hardest leadership lessons, the future of innovation in finance, and the one takeaway they hope will stick with you long after the conversation ends. 🎧 Hit play to hear how Nina and Amanda are rewriting the rules of leadership, one bold move at a time.

    44 分钟

  3. 7月14日

    Fighting FinCrime Smarter: Trisha Kothari on Building Unit21 and Outpacing Fraudsters

    In this episode of Humans of Fintech, host Nicole Casperson sits down with Trisha Kothari, Co-Founder and CEO of Unit21, for a deep dive into one of fintech’s most urgent (and misunderstood) frontiers: fraud and compliance. From uncovering flaws in legacy systems to building a platform trusted by top fintechs, Trisha has made it her mission to stop financial crime—without making it harder for teams to do their jobs. She shares what the early fintech boom got wrong about compliance, how AI is changing the FinCrime landscape, and why collaboration—not isolation—is the secret weapon against fraud. Plus, hear the wildest fraud case Unit21 has ever seen, what’s keeping Trisha up at night, and how the “Fraud Fighters” network is turning industry knowledge into community-powered defense. If you care about infrastructure, inclusion, or the humans behind fraud prevention—this one’s for you. 🎧 Hit play to hear how Trisha is building smarter tools, stronger teams, and a safer financial future.

    35 分钟

  4. 7月7日

    Leading the Climate Fintech Movement with Bhuva Shakti

    In this episode of Humans of Fintech, host Nicole Casperson sits down with Bhuva Shakti, founder of Bhuva’s Impact Global and Chief Sustainable Innovation Officer at Wallet Max™, for a conversation about the intersection of fintech, climate, and innovation. With more than 30 years of experience in digital finance, Bhuva has helped companies navigate complex financial landscapes—while pushing for solutions that put both people and the planet first. Now, she’s at the forefront of the Climate Fintech movement, using AI-powered tools to build a more inclusive and sustainable financial system. Bhuva shares how her work is challenging legacy mindsets, how fintech can help solve the world’s most urgent environmental problems, and why intentional collaboration—like the upcoming Emerald Summit she’s co-hosting with Nicole—is the future of meaningful progress. If you're curious about where climate, finance, and innovation collide, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

    47 分钟

  5. 5月8日

    Breaking Barriers in Credit with Angel Rich, CEO of CreditRich

    In this special episode of Humans of Fintech, recorded live at the Fintech Is Femme Leadership Summit 2025, host Nicole Casperson sits down with Angel Rich, Founder and CEO of CreditRich, for a powerful conversation on purpose-driven leadership, strategic disruption, and building a billion-dollar impact in fintech. Dubbed “the next Steve Jobs” by Forbes and honored with a Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, Angel is behind the first Black woman-owned neobank and has led CreditRich to groundbreaking partnerships with Experian, Visa, and Equifax. But her path hasn’t been easy. From raising just $200K while competitors raised millions to leveraging what she calls the “Trojan Horse Strategy,” Angel shares how being underestimated became her greatest advantage. In this fireside chat, Angel opens up about leaving corporate America, designing tools for financial inclusion, and leading CreditRich during a time of deep economic inequality. She also dives into what it means to build a legacy as an underestimated founder and what’s next in her mission to shift power in finance. If you’re building with purpose, navigating resistance, or looking for real talk on disrupting from the inside out, this episode is for you.

    30 分钟

  6. 5月1日

    Redefining Wealth-Building in Latin America with Carlos Díaz of RUUT

    In this in-person episode of Humans of Fintech, host Nicole Casperson sits down with Carlos Díaz, Co-Founder of RUUT, Mexico’s largest Registered Investment Advisor, for a candid conversation about access, inclusion, and reimagining investing for a new generation. RUUT serves many first-time investors, with an average user age of just 24. The platform already manages $4 million in assets and has helped clients earn more than $100,000 in returns. With Carlos recently crowned the winner of the Nasdaq Trailblazer Contest, RUUT’s mission is catching the attention of global fintech leaders. Carlos shares the frustrations that sparked RUUT’s launch, what it means to design for “non-investors,” and why community has been key to building trust in a market with historically low financial literacy. He also unpacks the UX decisions that make RUUT stand out and what’s next for the future of fintech in Latin America. If you care about inclusive finance, next-gen innovation, or what it takes to build a high-impact fintech in a challenging market, this episode is a must-listen.

    26 分钟

  7. 4月17日

    Closing the Financial Gender Gap with Anna-Sophie Hartvigsen of Female Invest

    In this episode of Humans of Fintech, host Nicole Casperson sits down with Anna-Sophie Hartvigsen, Co-Founder of Female Invest, for an inspiring conversation about financial empowerment, global community-building, and what it takes to challenge a male-dominated industry from the ground up. What began as a frustration with the lack of women in finance events has since become a movement. Since 2019, Female Invest has reached more than 90,000 members in over 120 countries—offering tools, education, and support to help women invest with confidence. With endorsements from icons like Emma Watson and Hillary Clinton, the platform is making massive waves in the financial education space. Anna shares the story behind launching Female Invest, the early challenges of convincing others that women do want to talk about money, and the moments that proved the mission was working. She also opens up about how intentional community-building became their superpower. If you care about inclusion, financial literacy, or what it looks like to build a mission-first company that lasts, this episode is a must-listen.

    33 分钟

  8. 4月7日

    Financial Literacy for the 99%: Empowering Communities with Ashley Fox

    In this episode of Humans of Fintech, host Nicole Casperson sits down with Ashley Fox, Founder and CEO of Empify, for a powerful conversation on financial literacy, community empowerment, and what it means to challenge Wall Street’s status quo. Ashley shares how her experiences as a former Wall Street analyst led her to launch Empify—a platform committed to delivering financial education and resources to underserved communities. With a mission to reach the 99% that traditional finance has long ignored, Ashley is reshaping how everyday people access, understand, and build wealth. This episode unpacks her entrepreneurial journey, the real-life impact of financial education, and the power of meeting people where they are when it comes to money. Ashley's story is a must-hear for anyone passionate about creating a more inclusive and equitable financial future. You can hear even more of Ashley’s story at the upcoming Fintech Is Femme Leadership Summit, where she’ll be joining as a featured speaker. 🔗 Learn more & secure your spot: https://www.fintechisfemme.co/leadershipsummit2025

    32 分钟
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Humans of Fintech is all about getting into the raw, unfiltered stories behind the most innovative leaders—why they built their companies, what drives them, and how they’re smashing the status quo. Join your host, author and award-winning journalist, Nicole Casperson, as she dives deep into the human side of fintech, unpacking the real motivations, struggles, and triumphs behind the empires these leaders are building—no jargon, just straight-up inspiration, business insights, and power moves.

信息

  • 创作者
    Nicole Casperson
  • 活跃年份
    2021年 - 2025年
  • 单集
    126
  • 分级
    儿童不宜
  • 版权
    © Copyright 2024 Nicole Casperson, Fintech Is Femme Media LLC
  • 节目网站
    Humans of Fintech

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