Humans of Fintech

Nicole Casperson
Humans of Fintech

Humans of Fintech is all about getting into the raw, unfiltered stories behind the baddest leaders in fintech—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 women are building. No jargon—just straight-up inspiration, business insights, and power moves.

  1. 2023/12/21

    S7 Ep6: How Candidly Delivered Nearly $1 Billion in Student Loan Savings, with Laurel Taylor

    Student loan debt is a major issue in the United States, affecting millions of Americans. Nicole sits down with Laurel Taylor, CEO and Founder of Candidly, to discuss how her company is using technology to empower individuals and help them navigate the complexities of student loan repayment.   Laurel shares her personal journey and the challenges she faced in bringing her idea to life. She explains how Candidly uses AI to go beyond simple debt by helping users achieve financial wellness. On track to deliver nearly a billion dollars in student loan debt savings, Candidly is one of the foremost fintech solutions for absolving a financial crisis so many face.   Plus, Nicole and Laurel also discuss the broader implications of student debt on the economy and how technology is ultimately a force for sustainable, positive change. 00:00:02 - Navigating the World of Human Fintech 00:02:47 - The Growing Crisis of Student Debt in America 00:09:57 - How Candidly Helps Americans Manage Student Debt 00:15:34 - Overcoming Rejection: Turning Laughter into Success 00:22:36 - Human Touch: Managing Student Debt 00:28:05 - Secure Act and Student Loan Payments 00:35:10 - Staying Positive Through Uncertainty and Student Debt 00:40:16 - Enlightened Capitalism: Purpose and Profit in Fintech Learn More About Candidly: Website: https://getcandidly.com   Follow Laurel:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ltmit/   Follow Nicole: LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nicole-casperson-0820a5133/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nicolecasperson   And if you love listening to Humans of Fintech, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/humansoffintech   Thank you so much!

    41 分钟
  2. 2023/11/08

    S7 Ep5: Nina Mohanty on the Immigrant Experience and Financial Inclusion

    In this episode, Nicole sits down with Nina Mohanty, the founder of Bloom Money, a platform that provides financial options for immigrants. Nina shares her personal experience as a first-generation immigrant and discusses the importance of diversity in the fintech industry.  She also chats with Nicole about the need for financial inclusion and explains how Bloom Money is working to serve distinct communities better, reflecting on her own upbringing and how it shaped her mindset towards money.   00:01:24 - A Multicultural Upbringing in Silicon Valley 00:06:06 - The Immigrant Experience: Challenges and Privilege 00:12:24 - The Influence of Parents on Money Mindset 00:21:32 - Building Wealth for Immigrants: Bloom 00:27:34 - Fintech Company Helps Immigrants Financially 00:31:05 - The Unexpected Journey of a Founder Obsessed with Financial Inclusion 00:33:59 - The Importance of Diversity in Fintech 00:38:42 - Enjoying a Meal Together   Follow Nina:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninamohanty/   Follow Nicole: LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nicole-casperson-0820a5133/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nicolecasperson   And if you love listening to Humans of Fintech, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/humansoffintech   Thank you so much!   You can keep up-to-date with everything Humans of Fintech at https://workweek.com/brand/wtfintech/   And if you’ve enjoyed Humans of Fintech why not try: Chicks of FinTwit, Tech Unlocked, Breaking Banks or Fintech Insider

    36 分钟
  3. 2023/11/01

    S7 Ep4: Breaking Barriers with Fintech’s Most Powerful Women (Live from Money 20/20)

    Meet fintech’s most influential women in the industry. Sasha Pilch, Principal at Fin Capital, Emma Zhang, Founder and CEO of Pactfi, and Kathryn Petralia, Co-Founder of Keep Financial, join Nicole live from Money 20/20 to discuss the importance of female representation and empowerment in fintech. With women making up less than 30% of the fintech workforce and only 8% holding leadership roles, something needs to change. These inspiring women share their experiences and insights on how to break through the barriers and create a more inclusive industry. From the importance of storytelling and confidence to the need for more female VCs and founders, this roundtable discussion covers it all, touching on the power of male allies and sponsors in supporting women in fintech. Join us for this candid and insightful conversation as we celebrate the achievements of women in fintech and pave the way for a more diverse and inclusive future.   00:01:40 - The Importance of Female Leadership in Fintech 00:04:36 - From Investment to Fintech Success 00:08:14 - Increasing Female Representation in Fintech 00:14:21 - Leveraging Storytelling: Strength of Female Fintech Entrepreneur 00:19:27 - The Contrarian Approach to Entrepreneurship 00:22:44 - Strategies for Women in VC Funding 00:23:51 - Overcoming Biases: Women Founders and Funding 00:29:09 - Empowering Women to Build Big Ideas 00:36:01 - Breaking Gender Stereotypes in Sales 00:41:54 - The Power of Male Allies in Creating Change 00:44:29 - Fintech's Potential to Change Lives   Follow Sasha:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasha-pilch/   Follow Emma:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-zhang-57035a33/   Follow Kathryn:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrynpetralia/   Follow Nicole: LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nicole-casperson-0820a5133/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nicolecasperson   And if you love listening to Humans of Fintech, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/humansoffintech   Thank you so much!   You can keep up-to-date with everything Humans of Fintech at https://workweek.com/brand/wtfintech/   And if you’ve enjoyed Humans of Fintech why not try: Chicks of FinTwit, Tech Unlocked, Breaking Banks or Fintech Insider

    42 分钟
  4. 2023/10/25

    S7 Ep3: Breaking Fintech Barriers and Trusting the Journey, with Anaid Chacon

    Trust is a crucial element in the fintech industry, and Anaid Chacon, SVP of Product Development at Argyle, knows just how important it is to establish trust with customers.  In this episode, she and Nicole discuss the challenges of building trust in fintech and how incorporating behavioral finance elements into Argyle's product helps to create a more trustworthy experience for its users.  Anaid also shares her personal journey with fintech and the importance of authenticity and diversity in the fintech space. And later, she divulges why women should stop worrying about knowing everything before diving headfirst into the fintech industry.   00:00:49 – Anaid’s Story with the Fintech Industry 00:05:01 - Establishing Trust in Fintech Companies 00:08:21 - Argyle: Bringing Trust to Financial Data Access 00:12:12 - The Importance of Emotion in Fintech 00:15:06 - Incorporating Behavioral Finance into Product 00:24:04 - Navigating the Journey of Leadership 00:31:36 - How Confidence Transforms Personal Presentation 00:32:49 - Authenticity and Diversity in Fintech 00:37:21 - Bringing Transparency and Trust to Fintech   Follow Anaid:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anaid-chacon/   Follow Nicole: LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/nicole-casperson-0820a5133/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nicolecasperson   And if you love listening to Humans of Fintech, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/humansoffintech   Thank you so much!   You can keep up-to-date with everything Humans of Fintech at https://workweek.com/brand/wtfintech/   And if you’ve enjoyed Humans of Fintech why not try: Chicks of FinTwit, Tech Unlocked, Breaking Banks or Fintech Insider

    36 分钟
  5. 2023/10/11

    S7 Ep1: Poker Power Play: Bridging the Gender Gap, with Jenny Just

    Did you know that less than 7% of poker players are women?  Jenny Just, the founder of Poker Power Play App, is on a mission to change that. In this episode, she and Nicole discuss the importance of women's representation in the poker world and how playing poker can develop valuable skills for both personal and professional growth.  Jenny shares her vision of creating a gender-neutral poker app and her goal of having half of all poker players be women. They also explore the role of women in decision-making around money and the need for more financial education programs in schools.   Join Nicole and Jenny as they dive into the world of poker and its potential to empower women in the fintech space.   00:00:26 - The Importance of Curiosity in Money and Investing 00:02:28 - Breaking Barriers: Women in Fintech 00:09:23 - Poker: Empowering Women Personally & Professionally 00:16:04 - Closing the Gender Gap in Finance 00:21:44 - Using Poker to Empower Women in Finance 00:28:38 - Poker Power Play App Empowers Women 00:34:42 - Empowering Women in Financial Decision-Making 00:42:38 - The Journey of Poker Power   Check Out Poker Power:  Website: https://pokerpower.com Follow Jenny:  Website: https://www.jennyjust.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-just/   Follow Nicole: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nicole-casperson-0820a5133/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nicolecasperson   And if you love listening to Humans of Fintech, please leave me a 5-star review on Rate My Podcast: https://ratethispodcast.com/humansoffintech   Thank you so much!   You can keep up-to-date with everything Humans of Fintech at https://workweek.com/brand/wtfintech/   And if you’ve enjoyed Humans of Fintech why not try: Chicks of FinTwit, Tech Unlocked, Breaking Banks or Fintech Insider

    46 分钟

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Humans of Fintech is all about getting into the raw, unfiltered stories behind the baddest leaders in fintech—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 women are building. No jargon—just straight-up inspiration, business insights, and power moves.

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